5906 coming out of the safe...

[DJINCO]

Well folks, I have decided that the 5906 that I bought in about 1995 is due to come out of the gun safe.

I have been a die hard with my 686's, 629's, 625's and (dare I say...) Glocks.

Figuring that I have more than enough testostorone with a 7 1/2" 629 Stealth Hunter and a 300gr bullet, I will try my hand at reloading the itsy bitsy 115gr 9mm.

What the heck. I might even like it. The 5906 fits nicely in my hand... I just have to get used to that danged safety.

I just noticed, this is my 500th post!

 

[DJINCO]

Well folks, I have decided that the 5906 that I bought in about 1995 is due to come out of the gun safe.

I have been a die hard with my 686's, 629's, 625's and (dare I say...) Glocks.

Figuring that I have more than enough testostorone with a 7 1/2" 629 Stealth Hunter and a 300gr bullet, I will try my hand at reloading the itsy bitsy 115gr 9mm.

What the heck. I might even like it. The 5906 fits nicely in my hand... I just have to get used to that danged safety.

I just noticed, this is my 500th post!

 

[fiasconva]

You are going to hate that thing! Save yourself the stress and send it to me. I already have one so I'm used to it. *innocent smile*

 

[PX15]

Originally posted by DJINCO:
What the heck. I might even like it. The 5906 fits nicely in my hand... I just have to get used to that danged safety.

DJ:

Just do like I do... Leave the safety off, and depend on the heavier DA first round trigger pull as you would a revolver.

I like the option of the external safety because it makes my wife feel "warm and fuzzy" and our 5906 is our home defense, "get me to the 12ga." pistol.

Accuracy provided by the Crimson Trace Lasergrips compliment the inherent reliability and overall performance of the fine all steel 5906.

Best Wishes,

Jesse

 

[j38]

Over the years, I have taken 2 different NIB guns out of the safe - and to the range for their baptism .....and enjoyed every minute of it. The anticipation is a killer. I hope you savor the experience. A 5906 would be a fun one to break in. Enjoy!

Jerry

 

[OIF2]

I carried one in a Hoyt rear-rake holster for awhile on patrol in Hollywood (Ca). I sold it for a 6906 when I made Detective. Great duty pistol.
Bob

 

[PX15]

Originally posted by OIF2:
I carried one in a Hoyt rear-rake holster for awhile on patrol in Hollywood (Ca). I sold it for a 6906 when I made Detective. Great duty pistol.
Bob

Bob:

I like 'em BOTH!

Jesse

 

[Denver Dick]

I had the hots for a 5906 until one day I ran across a 99% 5903 from the early 90s on consignment at a local gun shop. Once I wrapped my hand around it, I was sold . . . it was, too . . . to me. It's a beauty. IMHO, it has all the advantages of the 5906 without what I consider to be the disadvantage of weight. A 9mm does not have to weight that much.

I would still buy a 5906 if the condition was 98% or better and the price was very, very good. It's just that now I'm not on the "hunt" for one.

 

[PX15]

Originally posted by Denver Dick

I would still buy a 5906 if the condition was 98% or better and the price was very, very good.

DD:

CDNN is selling 'em all day long NIB w/one mag and a lifetime warranty for $399.99.....

FWIW I use my 5906 w/CT's on it for my "home defense pistol of choice, but when I want capacity and less weight for cc I just stick a 5906 mag. (w/the S&W Grip+2 mag plate adapter) in my 6906 and I'm good to go.

Best Wishes,

Jesse

 

[ShelbyV8]

As was mentioned above use the decocker/safety for a decocker not a safety. With the safety off and hammer down the 5906 is as safe if not safer than your revolvers. The 115gr is all right for the range but 124 gr +p of serious work.

 

[Denver Dick]

PX15:

I live in California. The 5906 is not on the DOJ's list of approved handguns for sale in California. I cannot bring one in from out of state or buy one "used" from a dealer (i.e., not from his inventory). I can, however, buy one via a private party sale and as a consignment firearm from a local gun shop.

As you can see, we here in California are pretty much at the mercy of local gun shop consignments and private party purchases at gun shows. That's why collecting 3rd generation pistols here is more challenging than in other parts of the country. It is also why prices are generally higher.

 

[PX15]

Originally posted by Denver Dick:
PX15:

I live in California. The 5906 is not on the DOJ's list of approved handguns for sale in California. I cannot bring one in from out of state or buy one "used" from a dealer (i.e., not from his inventory). I can, however, buy one via a private party sale and as a consignment firearm from a local gun shop.

As you can see, we here in California are pretty much at the mercy of local gun shop consignments and private party purchases at gun shows. That's why collecting 3rd generation pistols here is more challenging than in other parts of the country. It is also why prices are generally higher.

DD:

I always shake my head when I read of another stupid Kalifornia rule..

Crap, you'd think the old 5906 would be approved in a heartbeat..

No logic involved, just anti-gunners at the helm..

You need to catch the first thing smoking out of Kalifornia and get back to Denver..

(If Denver's any better).

Best Wishes,

Jesse

 

[remat457]

I like the 5906. Been thinking of getting one of the CDNN trade in's while they are still available.

 

[PX15]

Originally posted by remat457:
I like the 5906. Been thinking of getting one of the CDNN trade in's while they are still available.

remat:

Unless you are just "into" used guns I would suggest you spring for the little extra cost and buy one of the NIB 5906's..

I don't know if the used trade-in's have the lifetime warranty, but the NIB pistols will have. The price of the new 5906's is only $399.00 so it's not that much difference in price between the used and the new pistols.

Not trying to mind your business, just a suggestion. New is good...

Best Wishes,

Jesse

 

[SPEEDGUNNER]

Doug,

You won't regret it. I did the same thing a year or so ago with a 4006 I had tucked away. As I saw the values of the PD guns continue to go down, I figured what the heck would it hurt to shoot the thing?? I have never looked back, what a sweet shooter!! I also have a 5903 (lightweight version of your 5906) that I have been shooting for years, and I am sure you will be pleased with your 5906. Enjoy.

 

[animalmother]

Nice guns and nice pics, PX15.

 

[PX15]

Originally posted by animalmother:
Nice guns and nice pics, PX15.

Thanks am for the kind words.. For that I'll just have to give you a glance at what I personally consider one of the prettiest snubby's to ever wear the S&W logo..

And it's a pawn shop "rescue" to boot...

Best Wishes,

Jesse