The Smith & Wesson® 642 Performance Center® Double-Action Revolver with Crimson Trace® Laser Grips® is the small .38 special that all small J-frame revolvers are measured by. This one happens to have extra love from the S&W Performance Center. With a steel barrel and cylinder, the Airweight® shaves some ounces off with the aluminum alloy frame. The 642 features a tuned double-action trigger pull that is fairly simple to "stage" right before what feels like a single-action trigger. The hammer is integral and enclosed for a snag-free design. Still a popular choice backup firearm to law enforcement. The 642 also pairs well with a quality pocket holster. The Crimson Trace LG-105 laser grips do an excellent job absorbing some of the recoil for a more comfortable shooting experience and feature a laser sight for when finding sights can become challenging.

• J-frame classic
• Lightweight
• Performance Center tuned trigger and action
• No internal lock
• Internal hammer design often called hammerless
• Double-action only
• Crimson Trace LG-105 laser grips