Members, Im new to smith and wessons so would like to have your input. I've gotten into the 10mm round and came across this "unfired" Model 1076 on consignment at my local gun store. I've never seen one and from my research it doesn't look like there are a lot of these around, especially in CA where I live. It's in excellent condition but debating whether I'm better off getting a Sig or some other newer 10mm gun for my money. $900 is asking and I don't believe it's an FBI model because of the magazine disconnect.
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If it's NIB in CA that is a fair deal. In terms of shooting, S&W 10XX guns are the top of the pilar for handling the cartridge continuously and accurately.

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A 1076 NIB for $900. Send me the name of the shop I'll buy right now

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I have had a couple or three S&W 10mm autos over the years. The one that remains with me is a commercial 1076 without magazine disconnect. I can't say why that is, other than I just happen to like the gun. It is very accurate, particularly with the lighter bulletweights, notably 155s, and I think it handles nicely. The longer guns, 1006 and so on, don't feel as good to me.

I think it's worth giving it a try. You probably won't lose much money, if any, should you decide you don't like it and want to sell. Hopefully that probably won't be the case.

Thanks...Good to know you consider the price "fair" in CA. When I saw it I felt like this may be one of those "let it slip away" moments so I impulsively put a small deposit on it.

I've got to say it's a damn cool looking gun and been researching and trying to learn more about these. I've been hearing if you like 10mm this is the one to get.


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It's the only firearm I ever regretted selling FWIW.

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I've got a 1006 that I love. I'd really love to have 1076, especially for that price!

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Thanks Gents for your input! I'm beginning to have more buyer confidence and actually getting fired up about it. impulsively I wanted to buy it right then and there but as time goes rationalization starts to kick in. Anyway, It's half way through a 30 day transfer period with LGS. The wait begins.


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Make sure it has two punch marks under the decocking lever indicating recall service.

The 10xx series consists of 6 total models, two sizes and three different "systems." The 1076 is the shorter mid-size and utilizes the Sig-style decock lever, and is a traditional DA/SA pistol.

Across all six models, around 50,000 total guns were made in the roughly three years they were in production. Your 1076 is the second most common model, with 13,805 produced.

I am familiar with the market for these guns. $900 for a 1076 in high condition is an absolutely fair price in some 40+ of the 50 United States. California is different, if I understand correctly, 10xx pistols are totally legally there as long as they happen to be there, but -NO- more are allowed in, in any manner.

That means if you have one in California, you own a part of a dwindling supply that WILL get smaller, cannot ever get bigger.

In California, a 1076 in fantastic shape with one mag and nothing else is totally worth $900. If you have original box and papers and more magazines, the price ratchets higher.

Jsbethel-what if I can't find two punch marks? What would that mean? Was there a defect in these models? Would S&W be able to fix this free of charge? Thanks


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You are correct in that all guns eligible for sale have to be on a CA approved roster. All guns not on CA list can ONLY be purchased in the used market. CA residents can only purchase used guns that are legally owned by a CA resident. If that resident moves out of state with those guns they are gone. So unfortunately supply of cool firearms is dwindling which makes prices out here borderline ridiculous



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S&W should honor the recall but your phone call to them may need to advance past the first CS rep you encounter (who probably won't even know what a 1076 is).

Here is the text of the recall -

SMITH & WESSON
MODEL 1026, 1076, 4526, 4536, 4576, 5924, 5926, 6924 and 6926 PISTOLS

RECALL: Models affected have frame mounted decocking levers.

Other model Smith & Wesson pistols are not affected by this advisory.

We have determined that it is possible for a Smith & Wesson Third Generation 9mm, 10mm and .45 ACP pistol with a frame-mounted decocking lever to malfunction so as to make the pistol inoperable.

In order to safeguard our customers from the possibility of such a malfunction, Smith & Wesson will inspect and, if necessary, modify these pistols free of charge. Owners of Smith & Wesson 9mm, 10mm and .45 ACP pistols featuring a frame-mounted decocking lever with model numbers listed above, and which do not have two dots stamped on the frame underneath the decocking lever (when the lever is depressed) should send their pistols and accompanying magazines to Smith & Wesson for a no-charge inspection.

Please send your pistol and magazines to:
Smith & Wesson
2100 Roosevelt Avenue
Springfield, MA 01102-2208
Attn: Service Department-DL

If you have any questions regarding this product advisory, please call 800-331-0852.

While we have your pistol, our armorers will stamp your pistol with two dots under the decocking lever, and give your pistol an ultrasonic cleaning and full lubrication (a $25.00 value) at no charge.

We apologize for this inconvenience. Smith & Wesson remains committed to building the safest, most reliable and finest-performing firearms possible.