what is internal lock

Benjamin, the ILS (Internal Lock System) is a keyed mechanical locking system that locks the trigger/hammer firing system in place until disabled with said key. Cheers and stay safe!

Internal Locking System (ILS) The lock is a key-operated system that blocks the movement of the hammer when activated. When the key is inserted into the lock and turned counterclockwise, it rotates a cam on the inside of the sideplate. This cam bears upon a rotating locking piece that has a raised stud on its surface, and when the cam rotates, it rotates the locking piece and raises the stud into position which blocks the hammer from moving rearward. The trigger will not move to the rear when the lock is engaged, because the hammer has been fixed in position by the stud on the locking piece https://revolverguy.com/the-history-and-future-of-the-smith-wesson-internal-lock/

The internal lock is like a safety that can't be deactivated without a key. It was mandated to be built into revolvers in the 90s while Bill was in office, it is commonly reffered to as the hillaryhole, many gun owners are not fans of these as they have at times been known to malfunctions and lock up the action making the gun useless, which if that happens in a self defense situation it could have bad consequences. Chris Baker at lucky gunner has a whole article on it here, but the long and short of it is , their not necessary , they are a liability, and are no longer required by law, so I'd avoid firearms with an internal.lock. https://www.luckygunner.com/lounge/smith-and-wesson-internal-lock/

does this model, and others, have the internal lock, unless specifically stated "no-lock"? it would help if that was more clear in the description. thanks

Michael, no Sir, this model does not have the Internal Lock. This model has an matte black aluminum alloy frame, carbon steel cylinder, black stainless steel barrel, integral front and fixed rear sights, and an enclosed hammer. It also so has a no internal lock and black grips.Cheers and stay safe!

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Smith & Wesson Model 442 Airweight 38 Special Revolver - 1.875" Barrel, 5 Rounds, 3-Dot Sights

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Model 162810LE	Condition Factory New
Bud's Item # 411554679	UPC 022188628104
Manufacturer S&W

SKU: 162810

Model:  442
Caliber: .38+P
Capacity: 5 Rounds
Barrel Length: 1 7/8"
Front Sight: Black Blade Front
Rear Sight: Fixed
Grip: Rubber Grips
Frame: Small - Centennial Style
Finish: Blue / Black
Overall Length: 6 3/8"
Material: Alloy
Weight Empty: 15 oz. 

When you need a lightweight carry revolver, you turn to Smith & Wesson's 
Small Frame Airweight Series. They are the original aluminum, small 
frame revolvers chambered in .38 S&W Special +P.

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Excellent firearm, just what I wanted. I do slight Buds just a little for not properly identifying whether or not this had the safety lock, I searched the listing diligently to identify if it had one or not, the posting picture did not show one, and a customer question and answer stated it did not have one, but when it arrived it was the model with a lock which I did not want. Not a huge deal.

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Benjamin, the ILS (Internal Lock System) is a keyed mechanical locking system that locks the trigger/hammer firing system in place until disabled with said key. Cheers and stay safe!
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Q: does this model, and others, have the internal lock, unless specifically stated "no-lock"? it would help if that was more clear in the description. thanks
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Michael, no Sir, this model does not have the Internal Lock. This model has an matte black aluminum alloy frame, carbon steel cylinder, black stainless steel barrel, integral front and fixed rear sights, and an enclosed hammer. It also so has a no internal lock and black grips.Cheers and stay safe!

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