S&W 642 Question

[Fake Name]

I am the proud owner of a 442 and might upgrade to a 642 for when the weather is hazy, hot, and humid and the gun experiences much higher moisture levels riding in my pocket.

I know the S&W 642 has a stainless barrel, cylinder and an anodized aluminum frame. My question is, are the internal parts made of stainless as well?

Anyone know?

 

[Dgreno]

I think a call or email to S&W is in order.

 

[Old Fuff]

Unless something has changed, the lockwork consists of MIM parts that are case hadened and the rest made from regular steel. Taurus is much the same, but they flash-crome plate the hammer & trigger for added corrosion resistance. Smith & Wesson used to do this too, but I don't think they do so now.

A call to the Company customer service department might be more productive because things are always changing. Additional information will be found at: www.smith-wesson.com