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Smith & Wesson 49 Bodyguard Revolver, .38 Special, 2in barrel, blued finish steel frame, checkered walnut w/medallion grip, revolving chamber, ramp front, square notch rear, 5 round magazine, SW-49 Bodyguard-1-FRRMPG

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Product Info for Smith & Wesson 49 Bodyguard Revolver, .38 Special, 2in barrel

This steel frame revolver was introduced as the Model 49 Bodyguard in 1959. It was built on the 'J' frame and had a partially shrouded hammer. This gun was a modification of a basic Chief Special revolver intended for concealed carry.

Specifications for Smith & Wesson 49 Bodyguard Revolver, .38 Special, 2in barrel:

Manufacturer:	Smith & Wesson
Gun Make:	Smith & Wesson
Gun Model:	Smith & Wesson Model 49 Bodyguard
Gun Type:	Revolver
Caliber:	.38 Special
Barrel Length:	2 in
Material:	Checkered Walnut w/Medallion
Sight Configuration:	Ramp Front, Square Notch Rear
Action Type:	Revolver
Trigger Action:	Double-Action (DA/SA)
Production Year:	1959 - 1996
Weight:	20.5 oz
Length:	6.375 in
Muzzle Velocity:	668 ft/s
Housing/Frame Material:	Steel
Muzzle Energy:	157 ft-lbs
Magazine Capacity:	5 Round

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Smith & Wesson 49 Bodyguard Revolver, .38 Special, 2in barrel

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The manufacturer suggests that Smith & Wesson 49 Bodyguard Revolver, .38 Special, 2in barrel is compatible with Smith & Wesson Model 49 Bodyguard

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Smith & Wesson 49 Bodyguard Revolver, .38 Special, 2in barrel Unavailable & Discontinued Models

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Smith & Wesson 49 Bodyguard Revolver, .38 Special, 2in barrel, blued finish steel frame, checkered walnut w/medallion grip, revolving chamber, ramp front, square notch rear, 5 round magazine, SW-49 Bodyguard-1-FRRMPG , MPN: SW-49 Bodyguard-1-FRRMPG , Code: SN-FH2-SW49BG-SW-49-BODYGUARD-1-FRRMPG

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