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The standard Model 642 has been a go-to carry revolver for decades, and for good reason. This Performance Center version keeps everything that made it a classic and smooths out the one thing people always wished was better: the trigger. Every internal surface gets polished by the Performance Center crew, and the result is a double action pull that feels noticeably lighter and glassier than a factory J-Frame. If you've ever dry-fired a stock 642 next to one of these, you know the difference right away.
The formula here is simple and proven. An aluminum alloy frame keeps the whole package at just 14.7 ounces, while the stainless steel barrel and cylinder shrug off holster wear and sweat. It's rated for .38 Special +P, so you can run modern defensive loads without a second thought. The fully enclosed hammer means nothing snags on a cover garment or pocket lining, and the double action only setup keeps operation dead simple under stress. Point, press, repeat.
What really sets this one apart on the shelf is the look. The matte silver finish pairs with checkered hardwood grips and an engraved Performance Center logo on the side plate, giving it a classic revolver feel that polymer just can't match. The basketweave-style checkering isn't only for show either. It gives your hand something to bite into when you're running +P loads through a gun this light.
At 6.31 inches long with a 1.88 inch barrel, this thing disappears in a pocket holster, on the ankle, or inside the waistband. Five rounds of .38 Special, fixed integral sights that never lose zero, and no manual safety to fumble with. It's the kind of gun you can carry for years and trust completely, backed by Smith & Wesson's Lifetime Service Policy. Whether it's your primary carry or riding backup, this is the snub nose done right.
Yes, this model is fully rated for .38 Special +P. The stainless steel barrel and cylinder handle hotter defensive loads without issue. Just keep in mind that at 14.7 ounces, +P rounds produce snappy recoil, so many owners practice with standard pressure loads and carry +P.
The big upgrade is the enhanced action. Performance Center gunsmiths polish the internal surfaces so the double action trigger pull is smoother and more consistent than a standard 642. You also get checkered wood grips instead of rubber and an engraved Performance Center logo on the side plate.
No, the hammer is fully enclosed inside the frame, which is a signature of the Centennial design. That means it fires double action only and there's nothing to snag on clothing or a pocket during the draw. It's one of the main reasons this model is so popular for concealed carry.
It comes in at just 14.7 ounces unloaded thanks to the aluminum alloy frame. Combined with a 6.31 inch overall length and 1.88 inch barrel, it's light and compact enough for pocket carry, ankle carry, or all-day waistband carry without fatigue.
| UPC | 022188703481 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | |
| Manufacturer Part Number | 170348 |
| Action | |
| Barrel Length | 1.875'' |
| Caliber/Gauge | .38 Special |
| Capacity | 5 |
| Color | Silver |
| Length | 6.31'' |
| Magazine Included | 1 x 5-Round |
| Model | |
| Product Type | Double Action Only |
| Sights | Fixed Sights |
| Barrel Finish | STAINLESS |
| Shipping Weight | 2.25 |
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