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Smith & Wesson Model 642vsSpringfield 1911 Operator 5"

Smith & Wesson Model 642 facing right

Smith & WessonModel 642

DAO J-Frame Revolver Chambered in 38 Special +P
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Springfield 1911 Operator 5" facing left

Springfield1911 Operator 5"

SAO Full-Sized Pistol Chambered in 9mm Luger, 45 ACP

Dimensions

 LengthLHeightHWidthWWeightW
Model 6426.3 in4.2 in1.3 in14.4 oz
1911 Operator 5"8.6 in5.25 in0 in42 oz

Details

 BarrelBBLTriggerWebsite
Model 6421.87 inDAOsmith-wesson.com
1911 Operator 5"5 inSAOspringfield-armory.com

Notes

Springfield 1911 Operator 5"

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