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Smith & Wesson
Model Bodyguard 38
Smith & Wesson Revolver Bodyguard 38 .38 Spl +P Variant-1
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Gun Dimensions Width:No Data
Length:6.6-in Height:No Data
Barrel:1.9-in Weight:14.3-oz
1 Variant
Gun Rankings
  • Power Factor (125 grain bullet)106875
  • Recoil Factor (125 grain bullet)6.79 ft-lb
  • Total Capacity5 rounds
  • ConcealabilityGood
  • Defense Factor49%
Gun Specifications
Type:Revolver
Produced:2010 -
Caliber:.38 Spl +P
Action:revolving chamber
Trigger:double-action only (DAO)
Safety:
Cylinder:5-round
Frame:black polymer
Grip:black synthetic
Sights:ramp front, integral-notch rear
Notes:factory integrated laser optics
Manufacturer
Smith & Wesson
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Gun Value
MSRP:$435.00Used Est:$375.00
Last Update:1/21/2023
About the Gun

The new Bodyguard series of handguns consists of both a revolver and semi-automatic model distinguished by a lightweight polymer frame with factory integrated laser optics. Both models have been designed in conjunction with Insight Technology, a leader in the laser optics field. The semi-automatic pistol is chambered for the .380 ACP round and has a Melonite coated stainless steel slide and barrel. The revolver is chambered for the .38 Special +P round and features a one-piece aluminum alloy upper frame along with a steel reinforced polymer lower frame. The barrel and cylinder on the revolver are both stainless steel. The cylinder is coated with a durable, non-reflective, matte black PVD finish. Both handguns are double-action only (DAO) with concealed hammers.

Cartridge Specifications
Cartridge: .38 Special +P
Alias: .38 Smith & Wesson Special +P
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Ballistics for This Gun
Selected Bullet Mass:125 grains
MV:855 ft/sec ME:203 ft-lbs
About the Cartridge

In 1974, SAAMI established standards for a .38 Special cartridge with a gunpowder load that generated a higher firing pressure than the standard cartridge. Designated with a +P suffix, this cartridge has a significant, but not huge, increase in performance over the standard .38 Special cartridge.

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