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Old 02-04-2012, 07:40 PM
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I found a 3906 for $325 it shows some signs of wear, but I dont think anything that would be of issue. So my questions;

Go for it or not
Any known problems
Anything area of the pistol I should really look at

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I've owned a couple of 3906's and paid quite a bit more for each one of them. Never had an issue, they both ate up anything I fed 'em. All stainless and built like a tank. Unlike the 5906, the 3906 was only made for a short time, so they are fairly scarce.
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grab it quickly before anyone else finds it!
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I say grab it and GO! You can always get it bead blasted which will return it to a like new condition and you can replace the grips as well! Post photos if you are able to pick it up! I'd love to have one some day too...
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At one time, I had the 639. Not quite the same, being a 2ndGen pistol, but a close approximation. It always felt great in the hand- single stack being my preference. Mine, too, fed and reliably fired any sort of junk/reload/range/NATO ammo I saw fit to feed it.
I miss the old thing sometimes, but the bills needed paid at the time.

ETA- at the price you quoted, I would counsel snatching it up forthwith!
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Thanks for the replys, right now my biggest concern is I might have a slight addiction starting because I think I heard it calling me last night
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Snagged mine ANIB in NY about a year and a half ago. Had to pay 500 for it, but still convinced it was the right thing to do (actually my wife got it for me as a BD gift)...
The appearance or finish may show a patina on the one you're looking at, but WEAR. Doubtful. I don't think you could wear one of these out in a lifetime. If I could find a decent 4006, I'd snag one of those, too. It's probably heavy enough to be half-way comfortable to shoot.
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3904 thoughts from those that have them?
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OK so I did it, traded a Taurus Model 85 a box of WWB hollow points and $171 out the door. When I figure out how to post a picture it will be up. Iam soooooooo happy
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Sounds like you made out. You picked up a 3rd GEN and dumped a Taurass, that's a win-win.
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I think I did pretty darn good on this deal. Taking it to the range Friday

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Be sure to check that the grip recall has been dealt with concerning your pistol.

Scroll down this page for info - Firearm Recalls and Safety Warnings- FirearmsID.com

If your grip is affected, you can send it to S&W and they will send you an updated grip.
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Thanks for the recall link, it looks like the recal was done there is a dimple on the base of the grip next to the smaller opening. I will contact CS to verify.
I was very pleased with the range day I had, this pistol was very accurate, and felt good in my hand, a friend had one FTF (I am certain it was him).
Now for the down side, there is a very good chance I might become an all metal junkie, I really liked the feel
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I might become an all metal junkie,
Well, worse things can happen. Enjoy your new pistol.
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