Nice Score on a 3953, I think.

[vigil617]

I've said it before, so what the heck, I'll say it again:

Any time you can pick up a Third Gen in good used condition with the box and at least the correct original number of mags for less that five bills, it's been a good day.

I'm sure a time will come when we will look back and wish that we could still buy them for that.

Congratulations on your score. And it's always fun to win a GB auction when your max bid is for what you consider a good price and maybe even a bit of a deal.

 

[URIT]

Nice score. I was watching that sale, attracted by the 5 mags, and wondered if a forum member picked up the gem. Congratulations. Enjoy!!!

My EDC is a 3953 which I carry in an IWB Don Hume H715-M WCS #28-1.

 

[lhump1961]

I had a feeling there was a member here in that mix. I see you made one bid and dropped off. I figured it would go for above $500. For me, it was the 5 mags and the box, and of course the like new condition. I was hoping the factory grips would be in the box, but they weren't. Bonus that it appears to have Trijicon sights. $57 for brand new sights with a 12 year warranty is a good thing.

For what it's worth, my max bid before I went to bed was $450. Still would have been more than fair if it went that high, but closing at $425 was even better. I figured if it wasn't meant to be, then so be it. Glad I won it, though.

I've seen and passed a few 3rd gens I would have liked but I have my share and have given in to being satisfied with what I have. While I would like to have had your 3953 I decided not to add another gun that I wouldn't likely shoot much if at all. I really like my 3954 and look forward to a range report from you on your 3953.

 

[kbm6893]

I ordered new recoil, firing pin, and mag springs from Wolff and just got the email they shipped. Gun looks almost unused but I always change them out on new guns. I'll post a report when I get it out there. Looking forward to it.

 

[StephenWhoDat]

Great deal, for sure! Congrats.

 

[Guevera]

I never cared for those Hogue grips made of Flubber, but that is a really nice gun at a good price. Congrats. Mine is one of the "NPD" surplus guns that came on the market a few years ago and has some milage on it, but I still enjoy the variety that DAO makes at the range.

 

[ladder13]

Nothing to think about, excellent buy.

 

[Ethang]

I never cared for those Hogue grips made of Flubber, but that is a really nice gun at a good price. Congrats. Mine is one of the "NPD" surplus guns that came on the market a few years ago and has some milage on it, but I still enjoy the variety that DAO makes at the range.

I think you might need a few more magazines...

 

[raygixxer89]

Dang OP, you got a smoking deal on that. I'll te you what, that piece looks new. I'd be afraid of shooting it, lol! Amazing. Buy a lotto ticket!

 

[kbm6893]

Thanks for all the comments. I prefer a flat baseplate. Anyone know where to get them?

 

[GaryS]

I called customer service and bought them from them.

Part # is 200810000

Thanks for all the comments. I prefer a flat baseplate. Anyone know where to get them?

 

[CH4]

That's a great deal!

 

[mtime7]

Where is this Texas shop that had it priced for $299, I need to stop in there

 

[Guevera]

I think you might need a few more magazines...

You can never have too many dollars, screwdrivers, or magazines. Never.

 

[jsbethel]

Thanks for all the comments. I prefer a flat baseplate. Anyone know where to get them?

Smith & Wesson Mag Floorplate S&W 3913 3914 3914DAO 3953 3954 908 Flat

 

[kbm6893]

Where is this Texas shop that had it priced for $299, I need to stop in there

I'll look at box tomorrow and let you know.

 

[kbm6893]

Sent the slide to Trijicon and they confirmed the sights are theirs. $57 to re-lamp them and of course I said ok. Hope to get it back soon.