The Smith & Wesson 642 LadySmith is a hammerless revolver that reduces weight by way of an aluminum alloy frame. Chambered for the .38 S&W Special +P cartridge, it has a five shot cylinder and barrel liner that are constructed out of stainless steel. The handgun is lightweight, compact, easy to carry, easy to draw, easy to use and enjoys an excellent power-to-weight ratio. The Smith and Wesson 642 LadySmith is celebrated for its reliability, while remaining one of the best carry revolvers ever made. It has a beautiful set of Rosewood grips whose finger grooves help maintain control when firing. Designed with women in mind the Smith & Wesson 642 LadySmith is outfitted with a 1.875" barrel, weighs in at just less than 1-pound, and has a double action trigger with no internal lock. Despite its snub-nose barrel, this revolver shoots remarkably straight. Without a hammer spur, the sleeker profile provides a smooth draw from concealment and improves reliability.