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Old 09-03-2010, 08:09 PM
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I am looking at 2 3913's. One is a 3913 and the other is a 3913TSW. They look exactly alike, except for the writing on the slide. Sights looks the same. Dust cover looks the same.

Anyone know the difference?

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TSW Series is just better. Year 2000 & up have all the upgrades. Pre 1999 models dont have all the enhancements. Some have an equipment rail - some dont.
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The first TSWs' 98-99 have the same dust cover and sights but the shorter "cut-out" grip. My favorite but they do have unique 7rd mags and grips. The mag tube is the same as a CS9 with a different butt plate.
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Thanks, I have a 3913, with 3x8round mags. The pdf indicated the TSW comes with 1 extra capacity.

The ad for the 2 guns indicate the 3913 has 8 round mags and the TSW has 7 round mags.

Is this right/normal>

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I did find a difference, The 3913 has grooves cut into the front of the trigger guard and the TSW is smooth.

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Thanks, I did count the grooves on the front of the grip. The 3913 has 20 and the TSW has 14. My 3913 fits me but need a pinkie thing on the mag.

The TSW with the shorter grip kills it for me. Will try and get the 3913 bought.

I bought the 3913 for me, but the wife claimed it and now I need to buy another one.

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I just bought a new 3913 TSW (DOB 2009) and it came with 2 8-round mags. I ordered two more 8-round mags from Midway for it.
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