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Customer Reviews for Smith & Wesson Model 642 Airweight Matte Silver with Crimson Trace Laser 38 Special Revolver


Smith & Wesson Model 642 Airweight Matte Silver with Crimson Trace Laser 38 Special Revolver Buy Now

19 Reviews. 4.9 out of 5 Stars!
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Timothy B on 03/30/2022
Rating:   5 of 5 Stars!

Great carry option. Small enough that it barely prints through my clothing, despite the fact that it's a revolver. No external hammer to snag if you need to quickly access it. The crimson trace option enables you to quickly establish a target. Some people may think that a revolver that only holds 5 rounds is too limited, but keep in mind that this is to help you get out of a dangerous situation, not go into a prolonged combat situation.

Mark E on 03/26/2021
Rating:   5 of 5 Stars!

The product came in a timely Manner. The product came in as described. Very pleased with the whole process.

Danny H on 12/21/2018
Rating:   5 of 5 Stars!

Good revolver. Fit and finish are excellent. I really like the CT grip. Smooth transaction. No problems. Bud's shipped fast. Very good price. Overall I'm very pleased with the gun and with Bud's.

David D on 11/30/2018
Rating:   5 of 5 Stars!

Exactly as offered and at a great price. Only wish would be for a lighter trigger pull for when my wife shoots it. Buds provides great service and value. Wouldn’t buy anywhere else.

Erik K on 08/09/2018
Rating:   5 of 5 Stars!

Great CCW, very light and easy to conceal. CT grip makes aiming effortless!

Brett M on 06/13/2018
Rating:   5 of 5 Stars!

Great CCW gun, but wish I had done a little more research before purchasing. Would have gotten the no internal lock model, and possibly spent the extra for the performance model. After the trigger job and lock disable, might have been less expensive.

Jerry R on 06/12/2018
Rating:   5 of 5 Stars!

The gun arrived on time and in great condition this is the second time I’ve purchased from buds and have not been disappointed

Scott S on 04/28/2018
Rating:   5 of 5 Stars!

Bought two for my daughter and mother for first firearm, a lot of folks talk about semi autos but you cannot beat the reliability of a wheel gun and for two new gun owners who shot them for the first time today. Great product as is with a name brand, both complained of kick but after 50 rounds they were doing well and my first ever shooting scored a bullseye on 15th round at 10 yards. Great product and service from Bud's and my FFL / gun range makes it always a pleasure

Anthony B on 04/13/2018
Rating:   5 of 5 Stars!

The S&W M642CT is the first revolver purchase I ever made. I was seeking a 357 but the price was too low to pass up (393.00)! I am very, very pleased with the was Bud's handled the purchase and as always, the time it takes to receive it. The whole reason I made the purchase is self defense. This is not a weapon for shooting hunderds of rounds at the range. I only shot 15 rounds just to get the feel of it (it's a small revolver), now it is in my carry rotation. Life is good, thank you Bud's!

Michael H on 03/15/2018
Rating:   5 of 5 Stars!

Bought this for my wife to carry. She loves the Crimson Trace and the lite weight.. She likes the hammerless because of carrying but does not shoot as well as a hammer cocked. For me, gun shoot very well with manageable recoil. Bought the Buds lifetime warranty, I feel it is well worth the money and I know no one else that offer that!

Hillary C on 03/25/2017
Rating:   5 of 5 Stars!

Great Price !! Great Communication !! Fast Delivery !!

Kevin K on 11/21/2012
Rating:   5 of 5 Stars!

Hey Guys, Ordered during the weekend. Shipped on Monday. Picked up today (Wednesday). Happy as hell---- local dealer out of inventory on this popular pistol. Love Mom

Kenneth P on 08/15/2012
Rating:   5 of 5 Stars!

This is my third gun purchase from Buds and it went smoothly as usual. I will be buying more from Buds in the future for sure. The 642 is a great CCW. The laser makes it a great choice for home protection. Fit and finish are excellent as expected from S & W. While the 642 is not the most fun to shoot, it serves its purpose as a light and effective carry weapon.

Robert R on 05/11/2012
Rating:   5 of 5 Stars!

A great concealed carry package. The laser sights make this weapon suitably accurate at surprising distances, i.e., 25 yards. These grips are long enough to support the pinky finger, which makes them a little more difficult to conceal. They do shoot very well, though. I may replace them with the shorter laser grips for better concealment. These grips work OK with HKS speedloaders.

Terry G on 02/15/2012
Rating:   5 of 5 Stars!

I bought a S&W .38 from Bud's and would buy from them again.

Lynn L on 10/20/2010
Rating:   4 of 5 Stars!

In my opinion it’s too large for pocket carry unless you’re wearing cargo pants. I agree with Adam that this is not particularly a fun gun to shoot. The trigger is not over the top heavy, but gets tiresome after a 50 rounds. The size and weight make it a great conceal carry revolver. The sights have no contrast and are what you expect on a small J frame revolver which is why I purchased the Crimson Trace model. I give the 642CT 2 stars at the range and 4 stars as a conceal carry weapon. I would have given 5 stars if it had a slightly lighter trigger pull.

Adam L on 07/31/2010
Rating:   5 of 5 Stars!

Excellent concealed carry option. Small and light, great for pocket carry or IWB. Reliable, and I trust a .38spl +P more than the 380ACP of most pocket autos. I'm not normally a fan of laser sights, but I think for a small pocket gun with sights that are difficult to see even in daylight (and invisible in the dark), a laser grip is a good option. Note this overmolded CT grip is a bit easier to grip than the standard grips, but the tradeoff is it's a tad more difficult to conceal. The 642CT is not a particularly fun gun to shoot; it's not a great range gun and it's not a great choice for a new shooter (a lot of people think a small gun is the best choice for a new shooter, particularly a female shooter. While intuitive this is not true - small guns are difficult to shoot), and the DAO trigger takes some practice to get used to. However, where CCW is concerned the gun you have on you is the one most likely to save your life, and the 642CT in your pocket is an excellent defensive choice (in fact I have mine in my pocket as I write this review).

Scott J on 08/08/2008
Rating:   5 of 5 Stars!

This is a great gun if it is the kind of gun you are looking for. The review that was written by Erik F says it all. I agree with all that he said. I would add that it also make a great gun for small varmints (like snakes) with varmint shot in it.

Erik F on 12/11/2006
Rating:   5 of 5 Stars!

This is a great price on a great concealed carry package. If you are looking for a light-weight J-framed wheelgun, the 642 is the perfect option. Add in the Crimson Trace Laser grips, and you have a formidable combination. The Laser Grips add comfortable padding to the backstrap to help cusion recoil, which is fairly strong in a 15-ounce revolver rated for .38 Special +P ammunition. I wouldn't want to shoot .357 Magnum rounds out of a revolver this size. The Laser aids in aiming, which is great since the sights on this revolver really aren't much help. This type of gun is a short-range point-and-shoot type of defensive solution in my opinion. The Laser provides additional accuracy and range. It is quite bright, even in daylight. I think that a laser is a must for a home-defense gun and a very good idea for a concealed carry weapon as well. The trigger on the 642 that I received is a long and heavy but smooth double-action that feels very good to me. I am very happy with my puchase of this revolver - S&W quality all the way.

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