Smith & Wesson Model 638 Bodyguard Airweight .38 Special +P, 1.875 in Barrel, J-Frame, 5-Shot, Matte Silver
The Smith & Wesson Model 638 Bodyguard Airweight is a lightweight J-frame revolver built with an aluminum alloy frame and stainless steel barrel and cylinder, rated for .38 Special +P. Its distinctive Bodyguard humpback profile shrouds the hammer while keeping an exposed spur for single-action use. This micro-size, 5-shot revolver offers a compact 1.875 inch barrel, matte silver finish, and comes made in the United States with factory case and labeled product code 103070.
Condition
Overall Condition: Good condition, showing some signs of prior use and handling.
Bore Overall Condition: Excellent - Clean, mirror finish, no signs of wear.
Bore Rifling: Excellent Rifling - Sharp lands and grooves.
Specific Condition Notes: There is rust on the hammer. Scratches and blemishes are present throughout.
What’s Included
- Smith & Wesson factory blue hard plastic case with end label
This Model 638 features the classic Bodyguard humpback profile with a shrouded hammer and exposed spur, allowing double-action or single-action operation. The revolver is built on the J-frame and is marked Airweight, reflecting its aluminum alloy construction.
The frame wears a matte silver finish, paired with a matte stainless, fluted 5-shot cylinder and a stainless steel barrel measuring approximately 1.875 inches. A short, knurled ejector rod complements the compact design.
Sighting is straightforward and durable with a fixed rear topstrap notch and an integral serrated ramp front sight. The round-butt grip frame is fitted with black textured boot-style synthetic grips for a compact profile.
Chambered in .38 Special +P, this revolver balances portability with a proven caliber. Overall length is approximately 6.31 inches, and unloaded weight is approximately 15.0 ounces, keeping the revolver easy to carry.
Factory markings include "MADE IN U.S.A. MARCAS REGISTRADAS SMITH & WESSON SPRINGFIELD, MASS." The case label notes Product Code 103070 with entries for Barrel 2, Finish S, and Stock RB, aligning with this configuration and the included factory case.