Best source for old gen 3 Smith and Wesson autos?

[tn1911]

Two guns I once owned the 3913 and the 4506 both long gone and I regretted trading them ever since.

I'd love to replace them soon but finding good specimens at a decent price is getting harder to do. Anyone know of a good source for these?

Even police trade ins would be ok.

[Krazykarl]

I completely support your desire for a 4506. My first autoloader. Feeds everything. Even those wide mouth CCI snake loads.

Have you contacted aim surplus?

Good luck!

[tn1911]

Them and CDNN.

Aim had some 5906's but no .45's

[Krazykarl]

Maybe....

https://www.sportsmansoutdoorsuperstore.com/category.cfm/sportsman/used-firearms/brand/SMITH-AND-WESSON

Yeah definitely! Page 2 of link...

[tn1911]

Maybe....

https://www.sportsmansoutdoorsuperstore.com/category.cfm/sportsman/used-firearms/brand/SMITH-AND-WESSON

Yeah definitely! Page 2 of link...


Yes!

Many thanks!

[Krazykarl]

Looks like most of the used SW linked here are out of stock. Damn...

[Krazykarl]

After further review, looks like gunbroker is going to have to be your route

[tn1911]

Yeah...

Was hoping to find something from a retailer, but yeah. Looks like GB is it.

[DirectTo]

If you're not set on exactly those models, Mark has some CHP trade .40 TSWs (4006 and 4013).

Still showing on the home page right now: http://summitgunbroker.com

[SW CQB 45]

I was heavy into 3rd Gen smiths late 90s to around 2008.

Another good source is join the smithwesson forum. Hang out on classified. A lot of good guns show up there. I have been a member there since 2002.

When a goodie pops up, better not hesitate.

Good luck

[SLM]

I was heavy into 3rd Gen smiths late 90s to around 2008.

Another good source is join the smithwesson forum. Hang out on classified. A lot of good guns show up there. I have been a member there since 2002.

When a goodie pops up, better not hesitate.

Good luck Absolutely this is how I acquired my 4566!

[Dave James]

Most in my area don't like the old S&W 3rd's, Hampton PD carried them for years in 10mm and 45acp, best carry auto I had in the early years was the 1086 on 10mm,

[nitmr26]

If you're not set on exactly those models, Mark has some CHP trade .40 TSWs (4006 and 4013).

Still showing on the home page right now: http://summitgunbroker.com

I've been on a bit of a Smith and Wesson 3rd Gen binge lately. It started last month with a really nice 4506 that I purchased in a local gun trading website (texasguntrader.com).

Just after I picked up the 4506, I ran across the 4006TSWs at Summit Gun Broker. I rolled the dice and for $385, I ended up with this gem...

http://i1358.photobucket.com/albums/q766/nitmr26/P1010725.a_zpslojf15gc.jpg (http://s1358.photobucket.com/user/nitmr26/media/P1010725.a_zpslojf15gc.jpg.html)

http://i1358.photobucket.com/albums/q766/nitmr26/P1010728.a_zpsvrx4js47.jpg (http://s1358.photobucket.com/user/nitmr26/media/P1010728.a_zpsvrx4js47.jpg.html)

Shortly after the 4006TSW arrived, I realized I really needed a 10mm. I found a nice 1006 on Gunbroker. The Seller stated that he had other 3rd Gen Smith and Wessons that he would be selling. One thing led to another, and we struck a deal for the 1006, a 1076, a 4566, and a 5906.

Normally that would be the end of my binge buying, but I'm waiting on a 5906TSW to arrive. This was also a Gunbroker purchase from a shop that has been listing a number of 5906TSWs. I looked through at least a dozen of their listings before I found one that didn't show signs of heavy use. If my luck holds out, it should be in decent shape.

Good luck in your search.

[DirectTo]

Just after I picked up the 4506, I ran across the 4006TSWs at Summit Gun Broker. I rolled the dice and for $385, I ended up with this gem...
Is that decock-only? I notice all the photos of those the safety is in the fire position and it made me wonder - I've been debating jumping on one while he still has them. Looks like a very clean example.

[SW CQB 45]

I am relying on memory....

Spring-loaded decockers did not have red paint from the factory.

Could it have been installed, I believe only TSW models had the machining to accept the spring loaded decocker assembly

[jbjh]

OP, you can also give Calguns a shot. Even though the guns can't be shipped inside CA, they can be shipped out of state for sale.


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[Dionysusigma]

Maybe iAmmo?

https://www.iammo.com/guns/handguns/pre-owned-smith-wesson-model-6904-9mm-luger-parabellum-semi-automatic-pistol-3-5-barrel-12-1-capacity-1-12-round-factory-magazine.html

https://www.iammo.com/guns/handguns/pre-owned-smith-wesson-910-9mm-luger-parabellum-semi-automatic-pistol-with-4-barrel-15-1-capacity-and-15-round-factory-magazine.html

https://www.iammo.com/guns/handguns/pre-owned-smith-wesson-469-9mm-luger-semi-automatic-pistol-with-3-5-barrel-12-1-capacity-and-factory-rubber-wrap-grips.html

https://www.iammo.com/guns/handguns/pre-owned-smith-wesson-39-2-9mm-luger-semi-automatic-pistol-with-4-barrel-15-1-capacity-plastic-grips-and-adjustable-rear-sights.html

https://www.iammo.com/guns/handguns/pre-owned-smith-wesson-model-5904-9mm-luger-parabellum-semi-automatic-pistol-4-barrel-15-1-capacity-single-double-action-1-15-round-factory-magazine.html

[Det-Sog]

Another suggestion for Smith and Wesson forums. GB would be the next best.

I had a 4516-1 back in the day as a BUG in my patrol car. Never should have let that one go. Idiot!!

[MountainRaven]

Is that decock-only? I notice all the photos of those the safety is in the fire position and it made me wonder - I've been debating jumping on one while he still has them. Looks like a very clean example.

All of the CHiPs guns are decock-only.

CHP guns are denoted by the machined rail and the 'CHP' serial prefix.

[kmr54]

Two guns I once owned the 3913 and the 4506 both long gone and I regretted trading them ever since.

I'd love to replace them soon but finding good specimens at a decent price is getting harder to do. Anyone know of a good source for these?

Even police trade ins would be ok.

Summit Gun brokers

[nitmr26]

Is that decock-only? I notice all the photos of those the safety is in the fire position and it made me wonder - I've been debating jumping on one while he still has them. Looks like a very clean example.
Yes, It is decock only.

This Gunbroker seller has a number of 5906TSWs listed. Goodbuys (http://www.gunbroker.com/All/BI.aspx?IncludeSellers=895634)

[Dionysusigma]

Two guns I once owned the 3913 and the 4506 both long gone and I regretted trading them ever since.

I'd love to replace them soon but finding good specimens at a decent price is getting harder to do. Anyone know of a good source for these?


I've been on a bit of a Smith and Wesson 3rd Gen binge lately. It started last month with a really nice 4506 that I purchased in a local gun trading website (texasguntrader.com).

Just after I picked up the 4506, I ran across the 4006TSWs at Summit Gun Broker. I rolled the dice and for $385, I ended up with this gem...

{snip}

Shortly after the 4006TSW arrived, I realized I really needed a 10mm. I found a nice 1006 on Gunbroker. The Seller stated that he had other 3rd Gen Smith and Wessons that he would be selling. One thing led to another, and we struck a deal for the 1006, a 1076, a 4566, and a 5906.

Normally that would be the end of my binge buying, but I'm waiting on a 5906TSW to arrive. This was also a Gunbroker purchase from a shop that has been listing a number of 5906TSWs. I looked through at least a dozen of their listings before I found one that didn't show signs of heavy use. If my luck holds out, it should be in decent shape.

I think I found why "finding good specimens at a decent price is getting harder to do." :jester:

[tn1911]

OP, you can also give Calguns a shot. Even though the guns can't be shipped inside CA, they can be shipped out of state for sale.


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Thanks for that info, I'll hit them up to see what they have

[tn1911]

I think I found why "finding good specimens at a decent price is getting harder to do." :jester:

:lol: