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Smith & Wesson Model 642 Airweight with Crimson Trace Lasergrip
The Smith & Wesson Model 642 Airweight is one of the most recognizable configurations in the company’s compact J-Frame lineup. Built around lightweight construction and a fully enclosed hammer, the Model 642 provides a streamlined revolver platform chambered for .38 Special +P.
Model 163811 adds a Crimson Trace LG-305 Lasergrip to the classic configuration and features a 1.88-inch stainless steel barrel, 5-round cylinder and matte silver aluminum alloy frame.
Crimson Trace LG-305 Lasergrip
This Smith & Wesson Model 642 Airweight comes equipped with a Crimson Trace LG-305 Lasergrip, integrating a laser sight directly into the revolver’s grip.
The integrated design provides an additional aiming reference without requiring a separate rail-mounted accessory, making it particularly well suited to the compact J-Frame platform.
.38 Special +P Chambering
The Model 642 is chambered for .38 Special and rated for +P ammunition, providing compatibility with a broad selection of ammunition within the caliber.
The combination of .38 Special +P capability and compact J-Frame dimensions has made the Airweight family a longstanding option among shooters looking for a lightweight revolver.
Compact 1.88-Inch Barrel
The Smith & Wesson Model 642 Airweight features a 1.88-inch stainless steel barrel that keeps the revolver compact and maintains the traditional proportions of a snub-nose J-Frame.
The short barrel contributes to the Model 642’s highly portable overall dimensions.
Five-Round Cylinder
A compact 5-round stainless steel cylinder complements the small J-Frame architecture.
This traditional five-shot configuration helps maintain the narrow dimensions associated with Smith & Wesson’s compact .38 Special revolvers.
Enclosed Hammer Design
One of the defining features of the Smith & Wesson Model 642 Airweight is its fully enclosed hammer.
The hammerless exterior creates a streamlined profile with no exposed hammer spur, helping reduce potential snag points when the revolver is carried or drawn.
Double-Action-Only Operation
The enclosed-hammer configuration gives the Model 642 straightforward double-action-only operation.
Unlike exposed or shrouded-hammer J-Frame models, the Model 642 does not require manual hammer manipulation and maintains a clean exterior profile.
Lightweight Aluminum Alloy J-Frame
The Model 642 uses a matte silver aluminum alloy J-Frame to reduce weight while retaining the compact architecture associated with Smith & Wesson’s Airweight series.
Stainless steel is used for the barrel and cylinder, combining lightweight frame construction with durable critical components.
Stainless Steel Barrel and Cylinder
The stainless steel barrel and cylinder complement the matte silver frame and provide the familiar appearance of the Model 642.
This combination of stainless steel components and an aluminum alloy frame distinguishes the Airweight from heavier all-steel revolver designs.
Compact Airweight Carry Platform
The Smith & Wesson Model 642 Airweight combines a short barrel, lightweight frame, enclosed hammer and compact five-shot cylinder in a highly portable revolver platform.
The addition of the Crimson Trace LG-305 Lasergrip makes Model 163811 especially distinctive by adding an integrated electronic aiming system without sacrificing the streamlined character of the J-Frame.
Smith & Wesson Model 642 Airweight Features
- Manufacturer: Smith & Wesson
- Model: Model 642 Airweight
- Model Number: 163811
- Frame: J-Frame Airweight
- Caliber: .38 Special +P
- Action: Double-action only
- Barrel Length: 1.88 inches
- Capacity: 5 rounds
- Hammer: Enclosed
- Frame Material: Aluminum alloy
- Frame Finish: Matte silver
- Barrel Material: Stainless steel
- Cylinder Material: Stainless steel
- Laser: Crimson Trace LG-305 Lasergrip
- Platform: J-Frame revolver
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