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Manufacturer
	Smith & Wesson More Info

About the Gun

The Night Guard series are short-barrel, compact, double-action revolvers built especially for personal defense and concealed carry. They employ advanced construction and design features, and they share a common configuration across three different frame sizes and six different chamberings.

Production

Production of this rare firearm occurred between 2008 and 2009.

Market value

Original MSRP was $932 at launch with current used examples in excellent condition fetching $1,500–$2,000.

Cartridge Specifications
Cartridge:	.38 Special +P
Alias:	.38 Smith & Wesson Special +P
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Analysis

The Smith & Wesson Model 315 Night Guard is the K-frame entry in the original Night Guard series delivering the lightest and most compact option among the lineup for everyday concealed carry or home defense. It marked S&W's first scandium-alloy K-frame revolver making it noticeably lighter than traditional steel K-frames while handling +P loads reliably. In the handgun market, the 315NG filled a niche for those wanting a lightweight, high-quality .38 Special revolver when S&W had largely moved away from producing K-frame centerfires beyond basic models. It outperformed heavier alternatives in portability while providing reliable six-shot capacity and the simplicity of a revolver—no magazines or slides to worry about. Today, its rarity drives strong secondary market demand among collectors and enthusiasts seeking discontinued scandium K-frames, with values often well above original levels.