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There is a reason the J-frame has stuck around as long as it has, and the Model 637 Performance Center Enhanced Action shows Smith & Wesson still knows how to build on a good thing. This one starts with the classic Airweight formula, an aluminum alloy frame paired with a stainless steel barrel and cylinder, then hands it off to the Performance Center where the action gets tuned by hand. The result is a double action pull that is noticeably smoother than a standard production 637, and folks who have owned multiple S&W revolvers tend to notice the difference right away. The +P rating means you can run hotter defensive loads without worry.
Beyond the trigger work, the details set this one apart from the rack-grade version. The Altamont basketweave checkered wood grips give it a look you do not usually see on a carry gun, and the Performance Center logo engraved on the side plate lets you know this is not the standard model. The glass beaded stainless finish on the barrel and cylinder pairs nicely with the matte silver frame. Sights are simple and snag-free, with a serrated ramp front and fixed notch rear that will not hang up on a pocket or holster during the draw.
At 15 ounces empty and just over 6.3 inches long, this revolver disappears in a pocket holster or on the belt. The exposed hammer gives you the option of a deliberate single action shot, while the double action pull handles everything else. Five rounds of .38 Special in a package this size has been a trusted personal protection setup for decades, and there is real peace of mind in a wheelgun that goes bang every time you press the trigger.
The revolver ships with a cable lock and owner's manual in the box. Feed it standard pressure ammo for relaxed range days and save the +P loads for carry, and this little Smith will serve you well for a long time.
The biggest difference is the hand-tuned Enhanced Action, which delivers a smoother, more consistent double action pull than the standard production gun. You also get upgraded Altamont basketweave checkered wood grips and the Performance Center logo engraved on the side plate. It is the same trusted Airweight platform, just with the details dialed in.
Yes, this revolver is rated for .38 Special +P loads, so it can handle hotter defensive ammunition. Keep in mind that at 15 ounces, +P recoil is snappy, so many owners practice with standard pressure rounds and carry +P. Either way, the gun is built for it.
It is one of the most popular platforms out there for that role. The aluminum alloy frame keeps it at just 15 ounces, the 1.875 inch barrel and snag-free fixed sights make for a clean draw, and the 6.3 inch overall length hides easily in a pocket holster or on the belt. Five rounds of .38 Special in a lightweight, reliable wheelgun is a time-tested setup.
Yes, unlike the shrouded-hammer 638 or hammerless 642, the Model 637 has a traditional exposed hammer. That gives you the choice of cocking it for a lighter single action pull or running it double action. Some carriers prefer this flexibility, especially for range practice.
| UPC | 022188703498 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | |
| Manufacturer Part Number | 170349 |
| Action | |
| ATF Type | Revolver |
| Barrel Finish | STAINLESS |
| Barrel Length | 1.88" |
| Caliber/Gauge | .38 Special |
| Capacity | 5 |
| Color | Silver |
| Length | 11 |
| Magazine Included | Cylinder |
| Model | |
| Package Height | 3.2 |
| Package Width | 8.6 |
| 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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