I brought my first 5904 in the 80s new. I carry concealed.
one problem after 5000rds jhp (spring) sent back to s&w they replaced all new springs free.aother 5000rds no problem now. also have the baby 5904 (908)in 9mm just traded a russian m44 for a s&w 4043 like new you cannot go wrong with third gen s&w.I alternate between the 3. I love my S&Ws