S&W M&P Bodyguard 38 Revolver .38 Special 5-Round

The Smith & Wesson M&P Bodyguard 38 is a compact J-frame revolver chambered for .38 S&W Special and marketed for personal protection and concealed carry. It features a five-shot stainless steel cylinder with a black PVD appearance and a one-piece aluminum alloy upper frame paired with a gray polymer ergonomic grip. The revolver is double-action-only and employs fixed rear sights with a black ramp front sight and an ambidextrous cylinder release.

Key Specifications

• The caliber is .38 S&W Special.
• The cylinder capacity is 5 rounds.
• The action is Double Action Only.
• The overall length is listed as 6.6 inches in product data.
• The unloaded weight is listed as 14.2 oz.
• The upper frame is a one-piece aluminum alloy.
• The cylinder is a stainless steel cylinder with black PVD appearance.
• The grip is a gray one-piece polymer ergonomic grip.
• The sights are a black ramp front and fixed integral rear.
• The hammer is a concealed hammer.

Lightweight and straightforward, the M&P Bodyguard 38 presents a no-nonsense package for users seeking a compact, reliable revolver for everyday carry. Its alloy frame and compact footprint make it easy to carry while the five-round stainless cylinder and fixed sighting system focus on simplicity and dependability. The ergonomic polymer grip and ambidextrous cylinder release support practical handling in routine use.