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Back in 1995, Smith & Wesson made waves by putting .357 Magnum in a J-frame for the first time, and the Model 640 has been a carry favorite ever since. This Performance Center Black Edition builds on that legacy with a full black Cerakote treatment over the stainless steel frame and 2.125 inch fluted barrel, giving the classic Centennial profile a low-profile look with serious corrosion resistance. It runs .357 Magnum when you want the extra punch and .38 Special +P when you want a softer session at the range, all from a five shot cylinder that has been cut for full moon clips.
This is where the Black Edition earns its keep. The double-action springs are upgraded for a lighter, smoother pull, which matters a lot on a double action only gun with no exposed hammer. The sights are the other big story: dovetail-mounted tritium night sights front and rear, a genuine step up from the fixed groove sights you find on most snubbies. In low light, those glowing dots make a real difference. There is no internal lock on this one either, a detail plenty of revolver folks specifically look for. Moon clips come in the box, so you can practice fast reloads right away.
At 23 ounces of all stainless construction, the 640 has enough heft to keep magnum recoil manageable while staying easy to tote in a belt or pocket holster. The enclosed hammer means nothing catches on a cover garment or pocket lining, and you can even fire it from inside a jacket pocket if things ever get that close. The synthetic grip fills the hand better than its size suggests and helps you keep a high hold for follow-up shots. Like every Smith & Wesson, it is backed by the company's lifetime service policy. For anyone who wants a small revolver that carries like a snub but shoots like something more refined, this one checks the right boxes.
Yes. It is chambered for .357 Magnum, which means it also handles .38 Special and .38 Special +P without issue. A lot of owners carry magnum or +P defensive loads and run standard .38 Special at the range, since the lighter loads are much easier on the hands in a 23 ounce gun.
No, this Performance Center version is built without the internal lock. That is a selling point for many revolver buyers who prefer the cleaner sideplate and simpler action. It relies on its long double action only trigger pull as its built-in margin of safety, just like the classic Centennial designs.
The Black Edition gets Performance Center upgrades on top of the standard gun. That includes enhanced double-action springs for a lighter, smoother trigger, dovetail-mounted tritium night sights front and rear, a fluted barrel, a cylinder cut for full moon clips, and the black Cerakote finish over the stainless steel. Moon clips are included, and there is no internal lock.
It works well for pocket or holster carry thanks to the fully enclosed hammer, which leaves nothing to snag on the draw. At 23 ounces it is heavier than the alloy-frame J-frames, but that extra weight pays off by taming .357 Magnum recoil considerably. A quality pocket holster is recommended to keep the trigger covered and the gun oriented properly.
| UPC | 022188901559 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | |
| Manufacturer Part Number | 14448 |
| Action | |
| ATF Type | Revolver |
| Barrel Finish | Black Cerakote |
| Barrel Length | 2.13" |
| Caliber/Gauge | .38 Special |
| Capacity | 5 |
| Color | Black |
| Length | 12.1000 |
| Model | |
| Package Height | 2.35 |
| Package Width | 7.0 |
| Product Type | Double Action Only |
| Shipping Weight | 2.12 |
| Sights | Tritium Night |
| Sights Type | Night Sights |
| State Restriction (CA) | NO DIRECT SHIP TO CALIFORNIA |
| State Restriction (Guam) | NO SALE TO GUAM |
| State Restriction (PR) | NO SALE TO PUERTO RICO |
| State Restriction (VI) | NO SALE TO VIRGIN ISLANDS |
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