3913 or 6906?

[18DAI]

I went with the 39XX series guns over the 69XX.

The main reason is because the corner of the grip frame on the 69XX digs into my hand when shooting them. I purchased two 6906s and one PC Shorty 9. Tried to like them all and wound up sending them all on to good homes.

The 3913 and 3914 just fit my hand perfectly - especially when wearing the Hogue rubber grip - and they point naturally. Love those guns.

Since the CS9 is not on the menu, I would suggest either a 3913NL or the scarce 3914NL. Those guns are the direct descendants of the ASP pistol. Accurate, bet your life reliable, durable, easily concealed and look good doing all that.

Everything you need in a light weight single stack 9mm carry gun and nothing you dont. Good luck with your decision! Regards 18DAI

 

[Ethang]

1076.......

Bought this pair on the same day..(actually traded a PSA AR15 and some cash)

Like the T-shirt for the wife... good trade

 

[URIT]

Mirror, mirror on the wall which is the best pistol buy for me this fall?

There is a nice S&W Model 411 on GB (702893630) for a buy now at $300. That is about $200 less than most of the popular 39xxs.

Decisions, decisions, decisions.

 

[Topsarge]

I was in the exact same predicament last May. I was hunting fora third gen Smith. I wanted a 9 but I don't care for the plastic ones today. I looked at the 3913 and I liked it but was hoping to find one in a double stack. Found a 6904 (the blue version, which I wanted) and as soon as I picked her up, I knew it was for me. It conceals real good in an Alien Gear Cloke Tuck 3 for the 3913. Can even pocket carry it in some of my pants. Very accurate and hasn't failed me yet. Get them while they are at a reasonable price. Got mine for $300 with 5 mags and two Holsters.

 

[BAM-BAM]

90%+ of the time around the "burg of the Burgh" a 7+1... +8......3913/14/NL is more than enough............................but when I travel a 690x with 12 +1.......+ 15/17 (with +2 mag extensions) spare mag.............makes the trip ;with a slightly fatter butt....................well I'm a long way from home.....................

 

[Amp]

Two years ago, I re-lamped my 3913 and it still serves for me.
So the 3900 series gets my vote.

 

[DelawareDave]

both are awesome pistols, and identical in operation. +1 for the 69xx for also using the 15,17,20, and 32 round magazines of the 59xx series. +1 for the 39xx, for disapearing more easily. true answer is, one of each, lol!

coming to think about it, wasn't it you my friend who wanted an all metal s&w acouple months ago, and just got your 915?? if so, then this is one more case of "seeing the light"!!lol. i bet by next October, you will have 5+ 3rd gems in your safe! lol!!

Boy, ain't that the truth! I came into this as a strong S&W revolver guy, but I grew up with 1911s. I was really looking into a 9mm lightweight commander when I was turned on to 3rd gens. I bought a 3913 and an Aliengear holster and that quickly became my EDC semiauto. Since then, I've acquired two 3913s, a 3913NL, a 3914, two 6906, a 469, a CS45, a 5904, a 659, and a 4043.

If you started with a 69xx, you'd think it's completely normal. If you carry a 39xx every day, then switch to the 690xx, you will notice it's a little wider and heavier. Either way, you can't go wrong.

 

[joespapa]

Just got this single stack last week. Looks like a 3913 but is a 908S! Haven't been able to find leather(not kydex) for it yet .

 

[GaryS]

The 908s is the "Value Line" version of the 3914/13. Any holster that will fit those guns will fit a 908. Magazines and grips are the same. I have a FIST IWB holster listed in the classifieds.

FIST, Side Guard, and Don Hume make holsters that will work as well.

Just got this single stack last week. Looks like a 3913 but is a 908S! Haven't been able to find leather(not kydex) for it yet .

 

[Rock185]

I've owned a number of 3rd. Gen guns, but prefer the lightweight 9mm single stack for CCW. I was looking for a 3913 NL or LS model when I found a LNIB 3913 several years ago. Could have bought the beater NL or LS version in the case next to it, can't remember for sure which it was, for the same price. My standard 3913 has been totally reliable with any ammo I've used. Double or single stack S&Ws are reliable little guns, just personal preference as to which one prefers....

 

[MattyD380]

I just shot my 6904 today...



I haven't shot it in months. Took me a few mags to get it dialed in, but it never disappoints. Holds its own with my Beretta Compacts (PX4 Compact and 92 Compact) and my Sig P239 all day long. I need to start carrying it more often.

Personally, I prefer the 69XX over the 39XX. For some reason, I just get a tighter, more sure grip with the 69XX. I had a 3913TSW, and I could never get groups anywhere close to what I can with the 6904. It's strange, because I have very small hands. You'd think it would be the opposite; I think the extra girth gives me a little more leverage with my support hand.

I will say that the thinner grip on the 39XX is nice for carry. But for shooting, I like my 6904. And the grip--while kinda fat--is still short enough to conceal pretty well. And the slide is still 1911 thin--if not thinner. Which is something you don't find on most double stack guns.

And it looks cool.

 

[blasterp7]

my vote 3913...But if you want a bargain consider the 4013.....

 

[GaryS]

My 6906 has Hogue grips with finger grooves and fits my hand like it's welded to it. It shoots beautifully, although as you note, I prefer to carry a single stack. The next closest shooter is my 3914NL also with Hogue grips. My pre rail 3913TSW is just enough different in the grip area that it's not comfortable to shoot with the modified Hogue grips it had on it when I bought it. The shorter grips just push my hand up enough to make it hard to shoot well.

It's funny how relatively minor changes can have big effects on accuracy.

I just shot my 6904 today...

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I haven't shot it in months. Took me a few mags to get it dialed in, but it never disappoints. Holds its own with my Beretta Compacts (PX4 Compact and 92 Compact) and my Sig P239 all day long. I need to start carrying it more often.

Personally, I prefer the 69XX over the 39XX. For some reason, I just get a tighter, more sure grip with the 69XX. I had a 3913TSW, and I could never get groups anywhere close to what I can with the 6904. It's strange, because I have very small hands. You'd think it would be the opposite; I think the extra girth gives me a little more leverage with my support hand.

I will say that the thinner grip on the 39XX is nice for carry. But for shooting, I like my 6904. And the grip--while kinda fat--is still short enough to conceal pretty well. And the slide is still 1911 thin--if not thinner. Which is something you don't find on most double stack guns.

And it looks cool.

 

[MattyD380]

My 6906 has Hogue grips with finger grooves and fits my hand like it's welded to it. It shoots beautifully, although as you note, I prefer to carry a single stack. The next closest shooter is my 3914NL also with Hogue grips. My pre rail 3913TSW is just enough different in the grip area that it's not comfortable to shoot with the modified Hogue grips it had on it when I bought it. The shorter grips just push my hand up enough to make it hard to shoot well.

It's funny how relatively minor changes can have big effects on accuracy.

That's interesting. I had the pre-rail 3913TSW, too--so, shorter grip. I've actually never held a standard 3913. I wonder if that would fit me better. Hmmm...

 

[mbliss57]

Ditto almost to the letter on ^^^^18DAIs post #21. I sold my 6906s after trying as best I could to use them due to the extra capacity. BUT whatever works for you not me.