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Smith & Wesson Model 642vsTaurus 856 Defender 3”

Smith & Wesson Model 642 facing right

Smith & WessonModel 642

DAO J-Frame Revolver Chambered in 38 Special +P
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Taurus 856 Defender 3” facing left

Taurus856 Defender 3”

DA/SA Subcompact Revolver Chambered in 38 Special +P

Dimensions

 LengthLHeightHWidthWWeightW
Model 6426.3 in4.2 in1.3 in14.4 oz
856 Defender 3”7.5 in4.8 in1.41 in23.52 oz

Details

 BarrelBBLTriggerWebsite
Model 6421.87 inDAOsmith-wesson.com
856 Defender 3”3 inDA/SAtaurususa.com

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