Smith & Wesson .38 Special +P Model 438

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Uploaded by on Mar 6, 2011

Review and shooting test with a very popular revolver for concealment, S&W Model 438 J-frame "Bodyguard". Video includes close-ups and brief overview of the firearm, demonstration of double-single action trigger, and target shooting session, mostly at 40 feet. There are a couple of long-range shots as well. This firearm was purchased "slightly used".

My primary purpose for this firearm is ammo testing and miscellaneous videos, as my EDC is a semi-auto. This could serve as a backup, or a primary carry for a family member.


CAMERA: Sony HDR-CX110 recorded at FX setting, 24 mbps.
EDITING: Sony Vegas Movie Studio HD Platinum 10, MPEG4, 1920 x 180, 24p, 25 mbps.

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  • That 438 is a "shrouded" hammer design, not "un-shrouded" as you indicated. The "hump" on the 438 IS the shroud, and is NOT designed to improve pocket retention (as you said). It's there to cover the hammer spur so it doesn't hang up on clothing. S&W make a regular "exposed" hammer model (example: S&W 637). They make "shrouded" hammer model (example: your 438). And a double-action-only "enclosed" hammer model (example: S&W 442).

  • @hoisington64

    Just shows that I don't know everything. I was merely citing information from research...from several reputable sources.

  • The audio on those shots is bordering on perfection.

  • @FISHERMANPADDY

    I think shooting from the garage in the rain had something to do with that. The camera was setup in the garage, and the sound just rolled off those walls.

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  • i have this exact gun picked it up new at a gun show for 399

  • @hoisington64

    Good for you and your knowledge, and your willingness to share it.

  • i like how the camera slowly zooms in on the gun in the beginning

  • Just got one of these. The trigger pull SA and DA seems pretty stiff. I think someone without strong thumbs would have a problem pulling the hammer back.

    +P's shoot great though.

  • I wish there where more videos on this revolver, I think it's one of the best ones.

  • Thanks for taking the time to do this video. Very helpful to those of us planning to buy.

    Fun to watch the shootin' too!!

  • Great shooting

  • @mrez1991 I don't know what a -1 is , but the 442 is +P rated.

  • I prefer my Ruger LCR to the S&W, but I really like the shrouded hammer that S&W revolver has integrated into their revolver.

  • Do you know if the smith & wesson 38. special 442-1 is +p rated any help would be appreciated

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