The Smith & Wesson BODYGUARD line has become a standard of EDC handguns. Lightweight, reliable, and easy to carry, these guns are an excellent option for our everyday carry. Today, Smith & Wesson has announced that it has expanded its popular line of small-frame revolvers to include a new, non-laser M&P Bodyguard 38 revolver.

BODYGUARD 38 2.0 Series Revolver – New From Smith & Wesson
The Smith & Wesson BODYGUARD 38 2.0 revolver is designed for dependable personal protection in a compact, lightweight platform. Chambered in .38 S&W Special +P, this double-action-only revolver features a 1.875˝ stainless steel barrel and a one-piece aluminum alloy upper frame, balancing durability with reduced weight for everyday carry. An ambidextrous, center-mounted cylinder release supports intuitive operation from either hand, while the machined U-notch rear sight paired with an orange dot front sight enhances visibility and target acquisition.
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Feature Rich
The revolver is well-designed and includes several great features. This starts with an ambidextrous cylinder release. This center-mounted cylinder release allows the cylinder to be opened easily with either hand, supporting intuitive operation for right or left-handed shooters. S&W also focused on the sights, providing an enhanced sight picture. A machined U-notch rear sight paired with an orange dot front sight improves target acquisition in varied lighting conditions. Lastly, they designed it with an enhanced boot-style grip. This improved grip ergonomics enhances control and shootability while maintaining a compact footprint for concealed carry.

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BODYGUARD 38 2.0 Series Revolver
This new revolver promises to be an excellent extension of Smith & Wesson’s small-frame revolver line and would be an excellent addition to our EDC lineup.
Features
- 1.875” stainless steel barrel.
- Double-action only.
- Stainless steel cylinder w/PVD coating.
- Aluminum alloy frame.
- Polymer Boot-style grip.
- Notch in frame rear sight.
- Partridge-style front sight with orange dot.
- 5-round capacity.
Specs
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| Width | 1.35 in |
| Length | 6.5 in |
| Height | 4.6 in |
| Weight | 14.2 oz |
| Caliber | 38 S&W SPECIAL |
| Capacity | 5 |
| Action | DOUBLE ACTION ONLY |
| Barrel Length | 1.875 |
| Grip | SYNTHETIC |
| Sights | PATRIDGE |
| Safety | NONE |
| Color/ Finish | BLACK |
| State Compliance | CO, CT, DE, HI, IL, NJ, NY, RI, VT, WA |
| Barrel Material | STAINLESS STEEL |
| Laser | NO |
| Model | BODYGUARD38 2.0 |
| Frame Material | ALUMINUM |
| MSRP | $449.00 |
For more information, visit Smith & Wesson.
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