Stainless 9mm... MUST have one.
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You want a 5906.....
You want an all SS model 5906, and I do too. I saw a very nice one with a $400 tag that I'm sure I could have gotten them to come down on since NOBODY wants metal guns anymore.
I have a 5943 with a ss slide and alum alloy frame that is great. There are bunches of 3rd gen combinations in several calibers and materials, but no plastic.
You want an all SS model 5906, and I do too. I saw a very nice one with a $400 tag that I'm sure I could have gotten them to come down on since NOBODY wants metal guns anymore.
I have a 5943 with a ss slide and alum alloy frame that is great. There are bunches of 3rd gen combinations in several calibers and materials, but no plastic.
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You want an all SS model 5906, and I do too. I saw a very nice one with a $400 tag that I'm sure I could have gotten them to come down on since NOBODY wants metal guns anymore.
I have a 5943 with a ss slide and alum alloy frame that is great. There are bunches of 3rd gen combinations in several calibers and materials, but no plastic.
I found a 5906 that was in really great shape, but it was a bit on the large side. If I like the 6906 I may retire my G27 and use it as my EDC.
What year did Smith change the trigger guards on the 6906? The one I'm getting that I posted pics of has the odd shaped trigger guard, which was one of the reasons I wanted this one so much.
carbuncle
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They are perfect, I love mine! Grab a 6906, you will mot be disappointed.That's why I said I want a non poly stainless steel slide pistol. This would be perfect.
The pistol you posted is very early - squared trigger guard, pre-Novak sights and lower profile safety lever/slide stop. It may also have pre-recall grips - look for a dimple on the bottom. If yours has no dimple and S&W has the grips in stock, they owe you a set.
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TAROMAN
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The double decockers on the 3rd gen S&Ws were the deal breaker for CC for me.
Sold the 3913 and bought a Kahr T9.
Problem solved, all stainless niceness.
Sold the 3913 and bought a Kahr T9.
Problem solved, all stainless niceness.
If I ever find myself with a little spare money (yeah, right!!!), I'm going to do 2 things:
1) Change the safety/decocker on my recently acquired Model 645 from 2nd Gen style to 3rd Gen style, and...
2) Change over at least a few of my DA/SA 3rd Gens from ambi safety/decocker to one-sided.
Given that I am right-handed... with a basically useless left hand and forearm since birth... the ambi thing is a feature I just don't have a big need for.
HOUSTON RICK
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The CS9, in addition to being a stainless 9mm, is an excellent CCH option.
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I would be remiss if I failed to mention the only stainless 9mm that I own. A Sig P229 Stainless Elite. Being SS and 9mm, it fits two of your criteria. It is also fat and heavy, so it would not fit into the "smallish" category. It is also very reliable, accurate and of very high quality. Good luck in your quest.
You could look for a early 90s Performance Center SD-9 all stainless..... 6906 size frame with a 4.25 inch barrel and slide!!!!!
.......the down side....... only 179 made!!!!!
.......the down side....... only 179 made!!!!!
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I passed up a really good deal on a unfired stainless slide Sig P938, if I wasn't wanting a Smith, I'd bought a Glock 19.
I'm not crazy about 9mm's. Just wanted one to add to the collection.
HOUSTON RICK
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The CS45 is an excellent gun for its size as well.
I saw that when I googled the CS9. I *need* them both!
It's been a long time since I had the hand gun bug, been focused on rifles, and a few class 3 items the past few years.
Between that, collecting knives, owning a harley, and being a hobby photographer has put a big hurt on my finances.
If you are buying this just to have it, ignore this post.
On the other hand, if you are considering this for a carry weapon or self defense, read on. The 9mm today is not the 9mm of 20 years ago. Ballistically, loads are available that rival the S&W 40 cal. With that extra power comes extra recoil (thank you Mr. Newton). While a small light weight alloy frame is helpful for carry, you will pay for it's lightness in recoil. In a gun that you are placing your life on, I strongly recommend a lot of practice, which equates to a lot of punishment. Recoil can be mitigated with a heavier gun, which of course negates the advantage of less carried weight. My carry 9mm isn't a S&W, it's a brand that rhymes with pig. It's a combo of stainless and plastic, and is punishing to shoot. But shoot it I do, and if I ever decide to sell it, I won't be able to advertise it a "barely used". If I could have gotten the same gun in an all stainless version, I would have. When you're 6'2" and weight 250, a few extra ounces of weight aren't noticeable. So, I'll finally get to my point: the new 9mm ammo is wonderful, but if you are recoil sensitive, remember this won't be just a little worse than a .380 in the same size gun.
On the other hand, if you are considering this for a carry weapon or self defense, read on. The 9mm today is not the 9mm of 20 years ago. Ballistically, loads are available that rival the S&W 40 cal. With that extra power comes extra recoil (thank you Mr. Newton). While a small light weight alloy frame is helpful for carry, you will pay for it's lightness in recoil. In a gun that you are placing your life on, I strongly recommend a lot of practice, which equates to a lot of punishment. Recoil can be mitigated with a heavier gun, which of course negates the advantage of less carried weight. My carry 9mm isn't a S&W, it's a brand that rhymes with pig. It's a combo of stainless and plastic, and is punishing to shoot. But shoot it I do, and if I ever decide to sell it, I won't be able to advertise it a "barely used". If I could have gotten the same gun in an all stainless version, I would have. When you're 6'2" and weight 250, a few extra ounces of weight aren't noticeable. So, I'll finally get to my point: the new 9mm ammo is wonderful, but if you are recoil sensitive, remember this won't be just a little worse than a .380 in the same size gun.
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I plan on shooting it, if I'm better with it than my G27 carrying it could be a consideration I guess.
I'm actually leaving in less than a half hour to pick up the gun I posted pics of in an above post. Never had a single round of 9mm in my house until last night. Found an ad on a local online gun trader selling some 9mm. Got 750 rounds of 115 gr. Winchester, Remington, and some Blazer. 2 boxes of Critical Duty, box of Fed HST, box of Ranger T, box of Gold Dot. The good stuff is +P. Got it all from cop that's switching from 9 to 40.
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Here is the text of the recall (current phone number inserted) -
SMITH & WESSON
MODEL 3904, 3906, 3913, 3913LS, 3914, 3914LS, 1006, 1066, 4506, 4516, 4516-1, 5903, 5904, 5906, 5946, 6904, 6906 & 6946, PISTOLS
RECALL: Smith & Wesson has shipped over 300,000 Third generation Pistols. We have had a very small number or reports where a dropped pistol resulted in a broken grip resulting in a failure to fire by releasing mainspring tension. Resultant testing and review have shown that a pistol dropped at a specific angle can cause a fracture of the grip.
As a result of these occurrences and our testing, we have made a change in the grip material to a thermoplastic alloy of increased durability. This new material, which is now being used on all current production models, can be identified by a dimple on the bottom of the grip, next to the large opening. Additionally, the blue product box has a green dot sticker on the label end.
We believe it unlikely that you will experience any problem with your original grips. However, in order to safeguard our customers from the possibility of such a malfunction, we will make available, free of charge, an easily installed replacement grip. Please inspect your pistol and if you have a model listed below that does not have a small dimple next to the large opening, please write us including your model and serial number or call 800-331-0852. If you prefer, you can send your pistol to a Smith & Wesson Warranty Station where we will replace the grip for you.
Smith & Wesson's development process is a continuing one. We are constantly striving both to develop new products and improve existing products. We are committed to building the safest, most reliable, finest performing firearms possible.
SMITH & WESSON
MODEL 3904, 3906, 3913, 3913LS, 3914, 3914LS, 1006, 1066, 4506, 4516, 4516-1, 5903, 5904, 5906, 5946, 6904, 6906 & 6946, PISTOLS
RECALL: Smith & Wesson has shipped over 300,000 Third generation Pistols. We have had a very small number or reports where a dropped pistol resulted in a broken grip resulting in a failure to fire by releasing mainspring tension. Resultant testing and review have shown that a pistol dropped at a specific angle can cause a fracture of the grip.
As a result of these occurrences and our testing, we have made a change in the grip material to a thermoplastic alloy of increased durability. This new material, which is now being used on all current production models, can be identified by a dimple on the bottom of the grip, next to the large opening. Additionally, the blue product box has a green dot sticker on the label end.
We believe it unlikely that you will experience any problem with your original grips. However, in order to safeguard our customers from the possibility of such a malfunction, we will make available, free of charge, an easily installed replacement grip. Please inspect your pistol and if you have a model listed below that does not have a small dimple next to the large opening, please write us including your model and serial number or call 800-331-0852. If you prefer, you can send your pistol to a Smith & Wesson Warranty Station where we will replace the grip for you.
Smith & Wesson's development process is a continuing one. We are constantly striving both to develop new products and improve existing products. We are committed to building the safest, most reliable, finest performing firearms possible.
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When I carried a Glock 22 as a duty gun I carried a 27 as an off duty gun and hated it every day.
Its a block of a gun, with nasty recoil, BUT it was both accurate and powerful. I just got tired of fighting it every time I shot.
I just switched to a MP 9c and its a dream to shoot. Light recoil, greater mag capacity, the slide/frame contour make it far easier to carry inside the waistband.
Overall its only about a 1/4 inch longer and taller then the 27 but a better carry gun.
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