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Is the Smith and Wesson 642 a good gun?

June 24, 2019 by Rhyley Bryan

Is the Smith and Wesson 642 a good gun?

Smith & Wesson’s J-frame revolvers remain among the best pocket rockets ever made; the Model 642 is perhaps the best of the best. The Centennial J-frame conceals well and won’t hang up or snag in a pocket or holster. It shoots very straight notwithstanding its tiny 1.875” barrel.

Does S&W 642 have a safety?

The 642 has the hammer completely enclosed and therefore not visible without taking the gun apart. Some other manufacturers revolvers have a feature called a “transfer bar” which prevents the hammer dropping on the firing pin unless the trigger is held back.

What caliber is S&W 642?

P .38 Special
The Model 642 is built on Smith & Wesson’s famous J-Frame, it has a 5-shot cylinder rated for +P . 38 Special ammunition. Stainless steel and alloy construction resist corrosion caused by humidity and perspiration when the revolver is carried close to the body.

How much does a Smith and Wesson 642 weight?

14.4 oz.
Weight: 14.4 oz.

What’s the difference between Smith and Wesson 442 and 642?

They are identical in size. Only difference is the finish. 642 stainless, 442 is not. 642 cost a little more for the stainless.

Is it okay to dry fire a Smith & Wesson 642?

No. Modern revolvers have a floating firing pin. Thus, dry firing (with or without snap caps) will not damage it.

Is a 9mm more powerful than a 357?

357 Magnum in general has higher muzzle velocity. This faster speed comes despite the fact that it generally packs a larger bullet than the 9mm Luger, as a heavier projectile (assuming all other factors are the same) will have a slower speed.

What has more kick .38 or 9mm?

38mm Special offers low recoil when compared to the 9mm Luger. Bothe these cartridges have lesser recoil as compared to other cartridges like . 380 ACP, 9mm parabellum, .

What is the best J-frame revolver?

So with that in mind, I’ve gathered my five favorite J-Frame revolvers for concealed carry.

S&W Bodyguard. There are a number of Bodyguard models out there, and the Bodyguard might be the most famous J-Frame on the market.
Ruger SP 101.
Colt Cobra.
S&W 638.
Ruger LCR.
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What is a 442 revolver?

Description. The streamline, lightweight, no-snag design of the Smith & Wesson® Model 442 Airweight® makes it an ideal concealed carry double-action revolver. The Model 442 is built on Smith & Wesson’s famous J-Frame, it has a 5-shot cylinder rated for +P . 38 Special ammunition.

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