Smith And Wesson Small Frame 38 Special
Smith wesson model 642 38 special j frame revolver range kit bundle 499 99.
Smith and wesson small frame 38 special. Designed for concealed carry it s also the only l frame chambered in 38 special rather than 357 magnum. There was a method to their madness. The gun was variously known as the s w military and police or the s w hand ejector. We use cookies to improve your browsing experience.
Smith wesson m p bodyguard 38 special revolver with gray grips no laser 419 99. Total production exceeded six million copies. Available in various calibers and with three diverse hammer designs it is no surprise that the smith wesson j frame has become the most popular small frame defense revolver on the market. Available in various calibers and with three diverse hammer designs it is no surprise that the smith wesson j frame has become the most popular small frame.
To learn more about how we use cookies please review our privacy policy here. The model 638 is a variation of the model 38 bodyguard airweight that integrates the time tested features of the original with modern advancements. In 1930 it was decided to increase the 38 special s power and hence its pressures dramatically. Since small frame handguns are obviously strong enough to accommodate the 38 special cartridge it may seem odd to the uninitiated why smith wesson chose to make n frames in 38 special.
These small revolvers were designed to fire a full power round and are as simple and easy to use as they are reliable. We continue to bring innovative firearms to market that meet the needs of every shooter and deliver on exceptional quality with a brand you ve learned to trust. The s w model 27 n frame was the original platform for the 357 magnum cartridge. Since 1852 we ve been an industry leading manufacturer of pistols revolvers rifles and shooting accessories.
Smith wesson j frame revolvers have had your back since 1950. Smith wesson model 642 ladysmith 38 special revolver with wood grips. The only centennial hammerless smith wesson that s not a j frame. The victory 38 was a wartime version of the original smith and wesson model 10 first introduced in 1899.