Glock 23 vs Smith & Wesson Model 442 Centennial Airweight

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Handguns Glock 23 Smith & Wesson Model 442 Centennial Airweight
Summary
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Rank
#20704
#93428
Action Double Action Double Action
Caliber 9x19mm Parabellum
Capacity 10+1 5
Finish Black Matte Black
Gun Type Pistol Revolver
Sights AmeriGlo Green w/Orange Outline/Green Rear Night Fixed
Barrel Length 4.49" 1.87"
Grip Black
Details
Brand Glock Smith & Wesson
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Prices
MSRP $645.61 $479.95
Used Price $451.93 $335.97
Sale Price $581.05 $431.96

Handguns Descriptions

Glock 23

The G17 Gen5 features a no finger grooved, multiple backstrapped, rough textured frame with hundreds of miniature spikes which results in remarkable traction for extreme environments and gloved operators. The frame also features a smooth trigger, reversible mag release, and ambidextrous slide stop. The magazine comes with a floor plate which is extended at the front for faster magazine change, and a orange follower, while the flared mag-well makes it easier to funnel the magazine into the mag-well. Glock\'s nDLC finish provides a tougher, more durable protection against corrosion and scratching. The Glock Marksman barrel features a barrel rifling which delivers improved accuracy. his Glock Gen5 model has AmeriGlo night sights (green with orange outline front and green rear) and a 10-round capacity. SPECIFICATIONS: Mfg Item Num: PA175031AB Category: PISTOLS Type :Pistol Action :Double Caliber :9mm Luger Barrel Length :4.49\" Capacity :10+1 Safety :Trigger/Firing Pin/Drop Grips :Black Interchangeable Backstrap Sight Configuration :AmeriGlo Green w/Orange Outline/Green Rear Night Weight :25.56 oz Frame Finish :Black Frame Material :Polymer Barrel Type :Cold Hammer-Forged Polygonal Rifled Slide Description :Black nDLC Case Type :Hard Sight Style :Night

Smith & Wesson Model 442 Centennial Airweight

Smith & Wesson J-Frame revolvers have had your back since 1950. These small revolvers were designed to fire a full power round and are as simple and easy to use as they are reliable. Available in various calibers and with three diverse hammer designs, it is no surprise that the Smith & Wesson J-Frame has become the most popular, small-frame, defense revolver on the market. The Model 442 is a variation of the Model 42 Centennial Airweight(R) that integrates the time-tested features of the original with modern advancements. This lightweight, enclosed hammer revolver is a favorite back-up and concealed carry firearm.

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