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Ruger American Compact 45ACP vs Smith & Wesson Model 638

Ruger American Compact 45ACP

Striker-Fired Compact Pistol Chambered in 45 ACP
vs

Smith & Wesson Model 638

DA/SA J-Frame Revolver Chambered in 38 Special +P

Dimensions

  Length L Height H Width W Weight W
American Compact 45ACP 7.25 in 5.35 in 1.05 in 28.6 oz
Model 638 6.3 in 4.2 in 1.3 in 14.6 oz

Details

  Barrel BBL Trigger Website
American Compact 45ACP 3.75 in Striker-Fired ruger.com
Model 638 1.87 in DA/SA smith-wesson.com

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