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Smith & Wesson Model 642 vs Colt Defender 9mm

Smith & Wesson Model 642 facing right

Smith & Wesson Model 642

DAO J-Frame Revolver Chambered in 38 Special +P
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Colt Defender 9mm facing left

Colt Defender 9mm

SAO Subcompact Pistol Chambered in 9mm Luger

Dimensions

 LengthLHeightHWidthWWeightW
Model 6426.3 in4.2 in1.3 in14.4 oz
Defender 9mm6.75 in5.13 in1.25 in24 oz

Details

 BarrelBBL Trigger Website
Model 6421.87 in DAO smith-wesson.com
Defender 9mm3 in SAO colt.com

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