3rd gen recall - Grips problem? (Solved)

m1976 · Feb 8, 2013

I read that in the past Smith & Wesson 3rd gen had a recall concerning the grips. The new grips can be identified by a dimple on the bottom of the grip, next to the large opening.

For more details please check:
Firearm Recalls and Safety Warnings- FirearmsID.com

I'm not sure how this dimple looks like and appreciate if someone could upload a picture of it.

I added a picture of my 3914 grips, do I need to replace it?

Thanks

grif684 · Feb 8, 2013

The grips that were recalled don't have the dimple, which is small and directly in front of the "D" shaped mainspring plunger access hole. It appears your grip does not have the dimple. I have a 5906 that had the recalled grip, and was indeed cracked around the grip pin, I called S&W and gave them my serial number, and they sent me a replacement grip, no charge.

grif684 · Feb 8, 2013

On the left is the no dimple recalled grip, you can see the crack towards the top right in the pic, the right grip is the dimpled replacement, the dimple is clearly visible just forward of the mainspring plunger access hole....

m1976 · Feb 8, 2013

Thank you , I've just ordered new grip from Brownells

ispcapt · Feb 8, 2013

Comrad · Feb 8, 2013

Happy to find the dimple on my 6906. The first thing I did when I got it was unzip the bag and watch as it hit the concrete floor. I was horrified but never found a mark on it. I just checked for the dimple and I can see where it hit the ground, right on the bottom of the grip next to the dimple. I can testify that the replacement grips can take a hit.

18DAI · Feb 8, 2013

Wow....I hadn't thought about that grip recall in many years. Wasn't that like 22 years ago?

I'm surprised the old grips are still out there! Regards 18DAI

scwv67 · Feb 8, 2013

Would S&W still do a warranty replacement at this time?

losingle · Feb 8, 2013

MMM no dimple on my 6906 --Tried s&w website. Don't see a contact for questions? And Brownells don't carry 6906 grips. out of luck..

johnchamp · Feb 8, 2013

my 6906 has the dimple im all set

Big Mike · Feb 8, 2013

Interesting...my 4043 straight back grips have the dimple, my 4044 curve grips don't.

SW5906 · Feb 8, 2013

scwv67 they replaced mine under warranty about 6 mos ago.my wife called for me. she said they wanted to know how i knew about it. she did not know i seen it here.thanks to the people here.

m1976 · Feb 8, 2013

losingle

Brownells has the grips in stock.
Check the link:

http://www.brownells.com/handgun-parts/grip-parts/grips/grip-prod14655.aspx

Maddog 521 · Feb 8, 2013

I got a new grip from S&W about a year ago. They also asked me how I knew about the recall. I said right here also.

scwv67 · Feb 9, 2013

Just looked at mine and the grips have the divot.

remat457 · Feb 9, 2013

S&W recently warranty replaced the grip on one of my 1006 that didn't have it replaced yet.

losingle · Feb 11, 2013

Just called S&W customer service on 6906 grips, they honored the recall. Fyi, recall was in 1990, 23 years ago, I have a 6906 1990 mfg'd date. How many companys around these day that would do that. Or even be around.

corgiS&W · Feb 11, 2013

I, too, called S&W today about replacement grips for my 5906, shipped in March 1989. CS said "Wow, that was a long time ago. I'll have to see if we still have any." Came back, took my name and address and SN; said they'd be here in a week or two. You can't beat that.

losingle said:
Just called S&W customer service on 6906 grips, they honored the recall. Fyi, recall was in 1990, 23 years ago, I have a 6906 1990 mfg'd date. How many companys around these day that would do that. Or even be around.

dewcrew8 · Feb 17, 2013

Thanks for the post! Never new about the recall, checked my smiths and 6906 was cracked the 5906 was good but both need replaceing under the recall. Never would have looked .thanks guys:mad!

both bought new when thay can out

dewcrew8 · Feb 17, 2013

Thanks for the post! Never new about the recall, checked my smiths and 6906 was cracked the 5906 was good but both need replaceing under the recall. Never would have looked .thanks guys

3rd gen recall - Grips problem? (Solved)

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