Smith & Wesson Model 642 Airweight Subcompact Revolver .38 Caliber- full review

A full review of the compact and ultra-light S & W Model 642. This aluminum-framed 5 shot revolver weighs a mere 15 ounces, yet proved to be extremely accurate with a barrel length of less than 2 inches.

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Sports

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• Smith & Wesson 642
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• .38 special
• concealed carry
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[aran08504]

what does +P mean?

[aracefan2001]

It means that the cartridge generates higher pressure than non +P cartridges. Some firearms are not built to withstand the higher pressure of these cartridges, so it's important to know if your firearm is capable of using them.

[phoenix1916]

U could have showed a little more of the target scorecard there, what distance was it out???

[aracefan2001]

Sorry about that. I thought that it was visible in the video, but once I posted it up on youtube, the quality went down a bit. It was about 10 yards. Oddly enough it was very accurate (that was the first time I ever shot it), and since then I've never been quite as accurate. I don't shoot this one often, and it definitely takes a little getting used to. I recommend that anyone carrying it practices very regularly.

[MrMeatballs1945]

The only thing I would recommend is changing that porno music.

[NuJoiseyMAN]

Lmao, you look like your gearing up to fly a MIG.

I like the SA/DA option, but it's a smart design. My S&W 438 catches lint and is starting to rust a bit on the hammer.

[playthewater]

What the fuck is that a gas mask when shooting???

[S1986ham]

Why does the guy look like Darth Vader when shooting

[900hardyboy]

my cousand got shot by one of these D':

[JimmyCricket61258]

Heads up...S&W is offering a 642, and 442 without a lock...limited to a prodution of 4,000, last heard about 1,000 remain the model number is 103810

[ComicDude1011]

its loaded...

[TheSOWBand1]

I like all Smith & wesson 38. I have a 1950's model but it's pretty beaten up and the handle is broke :( but I still like it

[MrLooseSkrews]

@aracefan2001 Agreed. The lock is not aesthetically pleasing, but neither is the revolver. It is a tool that serves it's purpose and does it well. Don't use the lock if you don't like it. Keep it tightly turned to the unlocked position, and it won't move unless you move it. I have a pre-lock 642 and would trade it without a second thought for a new one with a lock. Also, I like the transition music...

[MrLooseSkrews]

@Barber2015 Wow. I was going to comment "hammerless" reference, and the weight discrepancy is reasonable, but, mechanically speaking, it IS a plunger, and that is not an uncommon term for the extractor/ejector rod on a revolver. I very much agree with you about the fact that there is no shortage of "know -it-alls" spreading misinformation, but choose your criticisms carefully.

[MrLooseSkrews]

@SnuffitLabs The barrel and cylinder are steel. The frame is aluminum. The aluminum is sensitive to harsh cleaning products. I just use Rem Oil on the frame of my 642. It works just fine as long as you clean often.

[MUSICALGUNNUT45]

@lakerdigital Because its not a magnum cartridge its just a 38 special round with a little more powder behind it most magnums have extended cases and are based off of a shorter cartridge ie 38 special 357 magnum. its not that its just a 38 spl with a little extra pressure + p