Smith & Wesson Model 642 Airweight Matte Silver 38 Special Revolver - 5 Rounds, 1.87" Barrel, Polymer Grips, Stainless/Silver, 3-Dot Sights

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• Q: Thought this model had laser grip built into it? If not then which model?

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  • Asked 06/30/2021 15:00 by ML W

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  ML, not on this model. Model 442 has the Crimson Trace Laser grip. SKU 12643, Performance Center® Model 442 Crimson Trace, currently out of stock at Bud's. budsgunshop.com/product_info.php/products_id/108983/smith+&+wesson+12643+442+performance+center+revolver+38+smith+&+wesson+special

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• Q: Love my new 642 but find the trigger pull rather long. Is there a way to shorten the pull somewhat without affecting the pistol’s performance?

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  • Asked 10/01/2020 17:35 by John B

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  GET J-Frame Kit HERE ( midwayusa.com/product/1004070636 ). Should help with the trigger pull. I hope this helps!

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• Q: Has anyone put houge grips on the 642? Do the grips interfere with carrying this in pocket Gun manner? Is it harder to withdraw the gun from the pocket?

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  • Asked 09/23/2020 18:31 by John B

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  John, the Hogue Grips will add some length to the grip for better control of the M642 and will slightly degrade ease of drawing from pocket carry. Cheers and stay safe!

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• Q: With hogue hand grips, can I use an HSK speed loader? I read somewhere that it will not clear the grip since it is a bit thicker than the original grip. Is that true?

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  • Asked 09/22/2020 19:44 by John B

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  John, you will need the slimmer Speed Beez for the 642 : https://www.amazon.com/Speed-Beez-Smith-Wesson-Loader/dp/B00HDXIB62

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• Q: What we’re to happen if you shoot p ammo instead of +p in a revolver that’s meant to shoot the latter?

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  • Asked 05/19/2020 09:44 by WILLIAM M

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  William, nothing. .38 Special has a maximum pressure of 17,000 PSI, .38 Special +P is 20,000 PSI. You can certainly fire the less powerful standard 38 Special Load in a +P rated revolver such as the M642. It will be milder shooting and is recommended for the recoil sensitive and has less muzzle blast which is beneficial in an indoor shooting/defense scenario where you might not have time for hearing protection.

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• Q: I don't have a 38 special but my Lady friend is looking to buy a 38 special because of the neighborhood she lives in and since she is by herself with 3 dogs & a bird she isn't taking any chances this revolver all you have to do is pull the trigger until it's empty I aussume wouldn't it be better to shoot it first before making that decision before buying a revolver

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  • Asked 03/21/2020 16:26 by James R H

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  Yes it is always better to shoot before you buy especially for new shooters please find a range that rents guns and have her shoot different ones to see what she likes

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• Q: What lb. trigger pull does the S &W 642 have?

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  • Asked 07/06/2019 22:49 by Dennis P

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  Dennis, 12 plus pounds has been the norm for this Double Action Only -- https://www.thetruthaboutguns.com/gun-review-smith-wesson-model-642/

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• Q: Can't it shoot +p ammo and is Ladysmith engraved on the side? Description says this is a Ladysmith but photo suggests otherwise.

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  • Asked 06/09/2019 16:06 by Ed C

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  Yes on +P, and the S&W site's pictures are more accurate, it just has Airweight engraved on the side: https://www.smith-wesson.com/firearms/model-642 The Ladysmith 642 is model number 163808

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• Q: s&w 642 is it california compliant?

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  • Asked 02/01/2018 06:02 by Randy B

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  Hi Randy, Yes the 642 is California Compliant - https://www.budsgunshop.com/catalog/index.php?cPath=2084_1153_1796&filter_id=31&caliber_id=10000566

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• Q: is this pistol california compliant?

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  • Asked 02/01/2018 05:59 by Randy B

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  Randy, yes, the S&W M642 .38 Special Stainless is on the CA Approved Roster.

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