The Smith & Wesson 442 in .38 Special (MPN 13996) is a double-action-only J-frame revolver built for concealed carry, pairing a short 1.875-inch barrel with an XS front night sight and a blacked-out U-notch rear for fast sight acquisition under stress. Smith & Wesson builds this five-shot revolver as a compact, snag-free defensive option. Among carry revolvers in the revolvers category, the 442 favors concealed carriers who want an enhanced sight package on a proven J-frame platform.

Key Specifications

• Chambered in .38 Special.
• Operates as double-action-only.
• Features a compact 1.875-inch barrel.
• Holds 5 rounds in the cylinder.
• Fitted with an XS front night sight and blacked-out U-notch rear.
• Weighs approximately 1.8 pounds.
• Overall length measures 10 inches.
• Built on an aluminum alloy frame.
• Paired with a stainless steel cylinder.
• Uses a fully enclosed hammer for a snag-free draw from concealment.

Frequently Asked Questions

What sights does this revolver use? An XS front night sight paired with a blacked-out U-notch rear.

Is this a double-action or single-action revolver? Double-action-only.

Buy the Smith & Wesson 442 .38 Special

An enhanced-sight J-frame built for concealed carry is exactly what the 442 delivers. Order it from our Lubbock, Texas gun shop for fast, insured shipping to your FFL.