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What caliber is S&W 642?

What caliber is S&W 642?

P .38
The Model 642 is built on Smith & Wesson’s famous J-Frame, it has a 5-shot cylinder rated for +P . 38 Special ammunition. Stainless steel and alloy construction resist corrosion caused by humidity and perspiration when the revolver is carried close to the body.

Is it OK to dry fire a 38 special revolver?

Dry firing a revolver. Is it ok to dry fire a revolver or should you have snap caps. For most modern, double action, centerfire revolvers, this is probably okay. S&W has long sanctioned unlimited dry firing of their centerfire revolvers.

Does dry firing damage a revolver?

It is generally acceptable to dry fire more modern centerfire firearms without a cartridge or snap cap for limited volume training. However, dry firing a rimfire firearm, striker based firearms or guns with angled firing pins (such as revolvers with hammer-mounted firing pins or older shotguns) can damage the gun.

What kind of Revolver is the Smith and Wesson 642.38?

Smith & Wesson Model 642 .38 Special +P Revolver. This small Smith & Wesson Model 642 .38 Special +P Revolver with a Centennial-style frame features an enclosed hammer and is made of alloy/stainless steel. The revolver has a 5-round capacity, an integral front sight and a fixed rear sight. Rubber grips. Made in USA.

How long does it take to get a Smith and Wesson 642?

Handguns typically arrive within 2-3 business days and long guns within 4-5 business days. The streamline, lightweight, no-snag design of the Smith & Wesson® Model 642 Airweight® makes it an ideal concealed carry double-action revolver.

How big is a model 642 LS-Ladysmith?

SKU: 11988. Model: Model 642 LS – LadySmith ™. Caliber: 38 S&W SPECIAL +P. Capacity: 5. Barrel Length: 1.875″ (4.8 cm) Overall Length: 6.3″. Front Sight: Integral. Rear Sight: Integral U-Notch. Action: Double Action Only.

What is the moon clip on a Smith and Wesson?

A moon clip is a ring-shaped or star-shaped piece of metal designed to hold multiple cartridges together as a unit for simultaneous insertion and extraction from a revolver cylinder. ALL BACKED BY OUR SMITH & WESSON LIFETIME SERVICE POLICY.

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