Description
Item Description
Bryant Ridge Auction Company is pleased to present this LIMITED EDITION double-action-only revolver today for a penny start auction; this is the Smith & Wesson Model 042, also known as the Centennial Airweight!
The Model 042 had a limited production run of 4415 units from 1992 to early 1993!
The Model 042 had a limited production run of 4415 units from 1992 to early 1993!
SPECIFICATIONS:
Manufacturer: Smith & Wesson
Model: 042
Serial: BMA1476
Date of Manufacture: 1992
Caliber: .38 S&W Special
Finish: Blue
Barrel Length: 2" Steel Barrel
Optics/Sights: 1/8" Serrated Ramp Front with Integral Square Notched Rear
Stock/Grips: Checkered Walnut Magna Style Grips with S&W Medallions
Action: Double
Markings: Standard
Bryant Ridge's Analysis:
S&W Centennial is a family of revolvers made by Smith & Wesson on the "J-Frame." Depending upon the caliber, the cylinder holds either 5 (9x19mm Parabellum, .38 Special +P, and .357 Magnum), 6 (.32 H&R Magnum), 7 (.22 Magnum), or 8 (.22 LR) cartridges. Centennials feature a fully enclosed (internal) hammer, which makes them Double Action Only (DAO) firearms. Like all other "J-frame" Smith & Wesson revolvers, they have a swing-out cylinder. Centennial models have been made in different versions like PD "Personal Defense," LS "Lady Smith," and M&P "Military & Police."
The Model 42 was released in 1952 as the Airweight Centennial but was changed in 1957 to the Model 42. The gun had the same design as the Model 40, except the frame was made of an aluminum alloy, resulting in a lower weight than the Model 40. The Model 42 was discontinued in 1974.
Contents:
This example will ship with the original matching box, paperwork, and the Altamont combat wood grips pictured above!
Return Policy:
We gladly offer a 3 day unfired inspection policy from the time that the firearm is delivered to your FFL. Refunds are available for all qualifying orders.
Model: 042
Serial: BMA1476
Date of Manufacture: 1992
Caliber: .38 S&W Special
Finish: Blue
Barrel Length: 2" Steel Barrel
Optics/Sights: 1/8" Serrated Ramp Front with Integral Square Notched Rear
Stock/Grips: Checkered Walnut Magna Style Grips with S&W Medallions
Action: Double
Markings: Standard
Bryant Ridge's Analysis:
S&W Centennial is a family of revolvers made by Smith & Wesson on the "J-Frame." Depending upon the caliber, the cylinder holds either 5 (9x19mm Parabellum, .38 Special +P, and .357 Magnum), 6 (.32 H&R Magnum), 7 (.22 Magnum), or 8 (.22 LR) cartridges. Centennials feature a fully enclosed (internal) hammer, which makes them Double Action Only (DAO) firearms. Like all other "J-frame" Smith & Wesson revolvers, they have a swing-out cylinder. Centennial models have been made in different versions like PD "Personal Defense," LS "Lady Smith," and M&P "Military & Police."
The Model 42 was released in 1952 as the Airweight Centennial but was changed in 1957 to the Model 42. The gun had the same design as the Model 40, except the frame was made of an aluminum alloy, resulting in a lower weight than the Model 40. The Model 42 was discontinued in 1974.
The Centennial Aireweight, also known as the Model 042, was the first model of a full line of Centennial revolvers in alloy frames. The reintroduction of the Centennial series began with the Model 640, which has a stainless steel frame, followed by the Model 642 and the 042. The 042 model is available with a matte or polished blue finish and features a JA frame with a 312" smooth trigger, 5-shot fluted steel cylinder with a nominal length of 1.53", alloy frame with 2" steel barrel and concealed hammer, and is fitted with an Uncle Mikes Combat grip. This model is a transition model and is not Airweight marked. It has a 1/8" serrated ramp front sight with a square notch rear, and the serial number is laser-etched under the top strap on some examples. This model does not have the original design grip safety and is marked "MOD.042." It uses a floating firing pin fixed in the frame and a flat-face hammer instead of a hammer with a hammer nose, a feature that all other Centennial models will have. Some variations will have a MOD 642 over-stamp in the yoke cut. It is speculated that the 642 had color and finish problems and were blued and over-stamped to save frames with color differences. It is worth noting that this model was never cataloged. The Model 042 was produced in 1992 and early 1993, with a total of 4415 units.
Contents:
This example will ship with the original matching box, paperwork, and the Altamont combat wood grips pictured above!
Return Policy:
We gladly offer a 3 day unfired inspection policy from the time that the firearm is delivered to your FFL. Refunds are available for all qualifying orders.
Shipping Details
Handgun Standard Shipping $50.00
Long Gun Standard Shipping $70.00
Any orders placed with magazines that are not compliant with your state, county, or city regulations will not ship with your order.
