3rd generation realization

[fiasconva]

I was cleaning my M&P9 and 5906 today and it just hit me. While the M&P is a nice gun it just doesn't have the class and lines of the 3rd generation 5906. The 5906 just looks better, feels better in my hand, and is just a much better quality firearm. I'll carry the M&P most of the time but that old 5906 will still get holster time. Anyone else feel the same way?

 

[fiasconva]

I was cleaning my M&P9 and 5906 today and it just hit me. While the M&P is a nice gun it just doesn't have the class and lines of the 3rd generation 5906. The 5906 just looks better, feels better in my hand, and is just a much better quality firearm. I'll carry the M&P most of the time but that old 5906 will still get holster time. Anyone else feel the same way?

 

[deanodog]

I have owned M&P9s and 9Cs but I do not like striker fired pistols. I like to see a hammer and have a hammer dropping safety. My favorites are third generation S&Ws

 

[tgwillard]

I too like the lines of the third generation models. Very happy with my 6906.

 

[Jim PHL]

Interesting timing on this thread. I was thinking just earlier today about how it seems that traditional style semi-autos (Hammer-fired, TDA, etc.) have really taken a back seat to the striker-fired polymer crowd. What had me thinking this was a line of thought about whether I have all my gun bases covered. It occurred to me that I don't own such a gun. (Striker-fired polymer.) It then occurred to me: "Why? Do I need one?" I have the "Hi-cap nine" covered with a 6906. With the 15-round mag set-up, why do I need a Glock, XD or M+P? It's funny that some styles gain such ubiquitousness (triple word score!) that it almost seems like you have to have one to have a complete collection. I've recently "rediscovered" the TDA after years of 1911-only for autos. I shoot my friends and family's Glocks, etc. well, but I won't be owning one.

 

[andyo5]

I recently bought a model 4586 DAO on Gunbroker. I wanted a DAO gun, but the polymer guns such as Glocks and M&Ps have such light DAO triggers that they struck me as being more like SA guns without any safeties. I wanted a DAO gun that felt more like revolver.

 

[KurtC]

I never had much use for any DA/SA handgun, but the Smith 3rd Generation DAO guns are state of the art. The light weight and low prices of the tupperware guns are no substitute for reliability and craftsmanship.

 

[poe]

Smith & Wesson 3rd generation...the BEST!

My 4013TSW is a STAR!

 

[fiasconva]

The M&P9 is a fine pistol and I am very satisfied with it. It points and shoots very well. But it still ain't no 5906!

 

[jed]

The only striker fired gun that I own is chambered for 22 LR.

Plastic with hammers : HK USP, Sig Pro.

Although they are not for me I would like to have Glocks, but no hammer, trigger safety pinches trigger finger and requires a lot of practice.

5906 is a really great design and is very dependable and solid. Action is smooth.

jed

 

[Firehouse]

I'd love to see S&W re-introduce some of the 3rd gen pistols in the "Classic" line. Sans IL of course.

 

[Camprunner]

I think in good time you will see it but they will charge you big $$ for one.

 

[117]

Yes I am sure they will be costly but i believe worth it.The entire TSW line of pistols would really be nice to see in that catalog again. As they were the very best of S&W ,instead of some of that plastic crap

 

[tinfinger]

Polymer has its advantages. But you can get a polymer pistol anytime. Get the old-school forged steel while you can.

 

[Murray]

I cleaned and lubed up my 3913 today for the time in awhile I mean total break down. And with some gun grease on the springs and action man it smoothed it up alot

 

[88tc]

I was cleaning my M&P9 and 5906 today and it just hit me. While the M&P is a nice gun it just doesn't have the class and lines of the 3rd generation 5906. The 5906 just looks better, feels better in my hand, and is just a much better quality firearm. I'll carry the M&P most of the time but that old 5906 will still get holster time. Anyone else feel the same way?

Uhh.., that's one reason why I'll never buy a M&P. Dude, I can find 5906, 459, etc. for nearly half the price of a new M&P. Now days people are crazy for the latest plastic fantastic pistol. Maybe it's just me, but when I look at a M&P, it looks like the trigger might snap off because it's so flimmsy. That's just the impression I get from looking at one. I'm sure they are great pistols. If I do purchase another polymer frame pistol, it will be an XD.

 

[MWB]

The disconnector is plastic and the sear is also MIM on the more recent guns. With a little patience and basic mechanical aptitude, the parts are easily changed - finding them is the primary problem. I routinely do this to any Third Gen. pistol that comes my way. My 'stash' seems to be shrinking...

 

[fiasconva]

88, have you actually fired one yet? Dude, you just may be pleasantly surprised at what great quality the M&P is. Shoot one before you make any judgements.

 

[kbm6893]

The M&P feels very nice in my hand, and if I was in the market for a polymer striker fired gun, the M&P would beat Glock and XD, but I would much rather have a metal gun with a hammer. Plastic guns just do not have the same feel of quality and craftsmanship than metal ones do. If I was given an M&P, I'd sell it for a 5906 or a 6906.

 

[88tc]

88, have you actually fired one yet? Dude, you just may be pleasantly surprised at what great quality the M&P is. Shoot one before you make any judgements.

I haven't shot one. Like I said previously, I'm sure they are great pistols. They are just not for me.

 

[fiasconva]

That's why they make different models and brands. To each his own...

 

[fiasconva]

kbm6893, I agree with you. I can think of several guns I'd trade my M&P for but not any for my 5906.

 

[andyo5]

Originally posted by champ:
so theres no place to get no mim parts for my 2005 5906 non tsw?

i tried midway usa & bromnell nothing so dont worry about it? just leave it alone? i paid new in the box cdnn $399.99 was that a deal? and i have 40 rounds of non+p 124 grain federal hydra shok for home defence

If the gun is not malfunctioning I would leave it alone. The MIM parts they use do not wear out or go bad, in spite of what you might hear. S&W have expertise in metallurgy and properly molded MIM parts are the equal of forged parts. They are cheaper to make because there is no need for machining. They are molded to final "net" shape. This does not make them inferior. It makes them less expensive.

 

[vl5150]

S&W's record on MIM is excellent from what I've read online, including 1911's. A bunch of these 1911 manufacturers source their MIM small parts from questionable (possible foreign?) suppliers.

 

[Rodrockinoff]

Originally posted by fiasconva:
kbm6893, I agree with you. I can think of several guns I'd trade my M&P for but not any for my 5906.

Love my 5906 (acquired in the early 80s). Wish I could find a sub-compact version of this model (in 9mm) that was much smaller & lighter for concealed carry. I haven't been into handguns for a while and am unfamiliar with the current offerings. I just think a want a S & W. Any suggestions?

 

[kbm6893]

3913. SIngle stack version of the 5906. Excellent gun.

 

[Rodrockinoff]

Originally posted by kbm6893:
3913. SIngle stack version of the 5906. Excellent gun.

Thank you very much! I'll look into it immediately. Have a good one.

 

[kbm6893]

Originally posted by Rodrockinoff:

Originally posted by kbm6893:
3913. SIngle stack version of the 5906. Excellent gun.

Thank you very much! I'll look into it immediately. Have a good one.

Or the 3914 (blued version of the 3913) or the 908 (value line model of the 3913). The 908 also came in a stainless version (the 908S).
Do a search for 3913 on this site. Nothing but rave reviews. Regarded by many as the best compact 9MM on the market today

 

[STL9MM]

I'm new to this forum, but this thread caught my attention. Although I currently have an M&P 9c, my first auto ever was a 6906 that I carried as a reserve officer in the St. Louis area. I love the M&P but reallyregret getting rid of the 6906.....