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Smith & Wesson
Model 40
Smith & Wesson Revolver 40 .38 Spl Variant-2
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Gun Dimensions Width:No Data
Length:6.31-in Height:No Data
Barrel:1.875-in Weight:21-oz
Variant 2 of 3
Gun Rankings
  • Power Factor (158 grain bullet)104280
  • Recoil Factor (158 grain bullet)3.64 ft-lb
  • Total Capacity5 rounds
  • ConcealabilityGood
  • Defense Factor53%
Gun Specifications
Type:Revolver
Produced:2008 - 2009
Caliber:.38 Spl
Action:revolving chamber
Trigger:double-action (DA/SA)
Safety:
Cylinder:5-round
Frame:color case blue steel
Grip:Altamont wood
Sights:blade front, grooved rear
Notes:Classics Series
Manufacturer
Smith & Wesson
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Gun Value
MSRP:$1,051.00Used Est:$710.00
Last Update:1/27/2023
About the Gun

The Model 40 Centennial was produced between 1952 and 1974. This double-action only (DAO) revolver featured a fully concealed hammer and a unique grip safety. Introduced to commemorate the centenary of Smith & Wesson, this design was a modification of the 'J'-frame, adapted to accept the enclosed hammer and grip safety. Smith & Wesson re-introduced this revolver as part of their 'Classics' series in 2008.

Cartridge Specifications
Cartridge: .38 Special
Alias: .38 Smith & Wesson Special
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Ballistics for This Gun
Selected Bullet Mass:158 grains
MV:660 ft/sec ME:153 ft-lbs
About the Cartridge

Developed by Smith & Wesson and introduced along with its Military & Police Model revolver in 1902, this was originally a military cartridge intended to replace the unsatisfactory .38 Long Colt then in use by the Army. Colt brought out its own version of the .38 Special in 1909, which differs from the original only in bullet shape, being a flat-point style. The .38 Special is considered one of the best-balanced, all-round handgun cartridges ever designed. It is also one of the most accurate and very widely used for match shooting.

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