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The standard Model 642 has been a go-to pocket revolver for decades, and for good reason. This Performance Center version takes that proven Centennial Airweight design and gives it the treatment most owners end up paying a gunsmith for anyway. The action gets tuned at the factory for a smoother, more consistent double action pull, the trigger is chrome plated and polished, and the cylinder is cut for full moon clips so you can drop in all five rounds at once instead of fumbling with loose cartridges.
At 14.4 ounces with a 1.875 inch barrel and 6.3 inch overall length, this thing disappears in a pocket holster or on the waistband. The enclosed hammer is the real selling point for carry use. There is nothing to snag on a jacket lining or pocket edge on the draw, and you can even fire it from inside a coat pocket without the action binding up. The fixed rear notch and integral front sight keep the profile clean and simple, which is exactly what you want on a gun built for close, fast work.
The aluminum alloy frame keeps the weight down while the stainless steel barrel and cylinder handle the pressure, and Smith & Wesson rates this model for continuous +P use. That means you can practice with the same stout defensive loads you carry instead of babying it with target ammo.
Beyond the tuned internals, this one looks the part. The cylinder flutes, thumbpiece, and side plate screws all get a high bright polish that plays nicely against the matte silver frame, and the custom synthetic grips with wood inserts give it some character without giving up traction. It is a working carry gun first, but it is a sharp looking one.
The Performance Center version gets a factory tuned action for a smoother double action pull, a chrome-plated polished trigger, and a cylinder cut to accept full moon clips. You also get cosmetic upgrades like high bright polished cylinder flutes, thumbpiece, and side plate screws, plus custom grips with wood inserts. The core Airweight design is the same, but the details are noticeably refined.
Yes, this model is rated for continuous use of .38 Special +P loads, not just occasional shooting. The stainless steel barrel and cylinder handle the extra pressure while the aluminum alloy frame keeps carry weight low. Just know that +P out of a 14.4 ounce gun has some bite, so practice is worth the effort.
No, the moon clips are a convenience, not a requirement. The cylinder is machined to accept full moon clips for faster reloads, but standard loose .38 Special rounds load and eject just fine without them. It is a nice option to have either way.
No, this is a double action only design with a fully enclosed hammer, so every trigger pull is the same. That is intentional for a carry revolver since there is nothing to snag on clothing during the draw, and the Performance Center action tuning makes that pull smoother than a standard J-frame.
| UPC | 022188866360 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | |
| Manufacturer Part Number | 10186 |
| Action | |
| ATF Type | Revolver |
| Barrel Finish | STAINLESS |
| Barrel Length | 1.88" |
| Caliber/Gauge | .38 Special |
| Capacity | 5 |
| Color | Silver |
| Length | 12 |
| Magazine Included | 1 x 5-Round |
| Model | |
| Package Height | 3.1 |
| Package Width | 8.5 |
| Product Type | Revolver |
| Safety | Internal Lock |
| Shipping Weight | 2.2 |
| Sights | Integral Front/Fixed Rear |
| Sights Type | FIXED |
| State Restriction (Guam) | NO SALE TO GUAM |
| State Restriction (PR) | NO SALE TO PUERTO RICO |
| State Restriction (VI) | NO SALE TO VIRGIN ISLANDS |
| Units per Box | 1 |
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