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[GaryS]

All of my 9mm 3rd Gens, except my 5906 shoot better with 124 or 147gr rounds. I think that's how they were designed because at that time 147gr was the standard LE round.

They all shoot significantly low with 115gr.

I like shooting both the 6904 & 6906. My accuracy is better with 124gn & 147gn ammo.

 

[AlHunt]

Oooooh - I like those grip panels!

Funny enough, they were a karma giveaway here on the forum. I love them.

 

[UncleDuke]

Make sure to change those recoil springs guys. Since this one looks to be a very late 80s, or very early 90s example, I ordered a standard 15lb recoil spring, and was shocked that the old one was almost a full 1 1/2 inch shorter. At least I won't beat my frame to death....

 

[GaryS]

Recoil springs are cheap. I bought a bag of the 39xx/69xx springs a few years ago. In fact, it's probably time to change out the one in my 3913TSW.

Anytime I buy a new to me 3rd Gen, it gets a new recoil spring and the magazines get new springs as well.

Make sure to change those recoil springs guys. Since this one looks to be a very late 80s, or very early 90s example, I ordered a standard 15lb recoil spring, and was shocked that the old one was almost a full 1 1/2 inch shorter. At least I won't beat my frame to death....

 

[VASCAR2]

469/669/6904/6906 mags

I was on SARCO web site today and they have 6906 twelve round mags in stock. These look like factory Smith and Wesson twelve round capacity and the polymer pinky extension. These mags are listed as in stock $26 each.



S&W Model 69 Series Pistol Magazine, 12rnd - SARCO, Inc

 

[UncleDuke]

I was on SARCO web site today and they have 6906 twelve round mags in stock. These look like factory Smith and Wesson twelve round capacity and the polymer pinky extension. These mags are listed as in stock $26 each.



S&W Model 69 Series Pistol Magazine, 12rnd - SARCO, Inc

Awesome, thanks for the heads up.

 

[Ky6906fan]

That's a great price on mags.

 

[Akagi]

I picked one of these up as my first handgun about 10 years ago for $600. Was in pretty much like new condition/no discernible wear on it and came with 6 extra mags.

The standard trigger on this thing was totally ridiculous though in DA mode. Something like a 20+ pound draw from the factory so you need a strong finger just to even fire the thing. That's probably why there was no wear on the gun - it wasn't being used due to that awful factory trigger. Someone like my ma couldn't even pull the trigger on it back far enough to shoot it. I had to do a lot of work on it sanding and polishing the sear and put the lightest trigger springs I could get to make it manageable.

There's still a lot of play in the trigger on about the first half of the pull where it's dead space before you feel any contact happening internally in SA mode but now it is light years ahead of where it was from the factory and I can shoot it without hitting low and to the right all the time.

Aside from the factory trigger that I have no complaints. It has an internal magazine safety so it won't fire with the magazine removed but there are ways to delete that feature if you don't like it. I like the thumb safety. I've seen some people modify it that are right hand shooters and take the right side of the safety toggle off since it is ambidextrous in order to shave off a little weight and have one less thing that can possibly get caught on something. I tried it with the aftermarket rubberized Hogue grips and while it does feel better with it on it made it just a little bit too thick for my hands so I decided to stick with the stock plastic ones.

 

[marcus99]

Big fan of the little 6906. Only modification I made was swapping the bobbed hammer for a spurred 5906 hammer:

 

[daka]

When I retired and moved to FL the first gun I bought here was a 6906.
Had it for a few years. then the NEW wave was Polymer, sold the 6906 bought the "craze"....Fast forward, after looking for a while I was able to find a descent 6906, but it was a bit beat up on the slide...had it polished
now it looks like a show piece and I treat it very carefully. Also after searching for a long time I found a mint CS 9....happy with both.

 

[ColbyBruce]

There is a 5906 TSW in a metro Atlanta gun shop for $750.00 if anyone is interested.

 

[MDB1056]

Holster considerations should include Remora. Been carrying via Remora for at least 10 yrs now and still looks new and works great. I have a backup for my backup (clone) EDC. 6906 is a great gun.

 

[firefighterjohn]

Found a 6906 at gun show a few weeks ago with the box and paper work. It was very clean and the owner said it had never been fired outside of the factory test. It was clean but I really don't buy those gun show 'stories'...as many other members have warned me about...lol. Asking $650 and would take $625. I seriously thought about it since my 6904 magazines would work in this one too...but I passed on it. I might see it again at an upcoming show if it hasn't sold.

Does $625 for a "slightly shot" 6906 with box sound reasonable?

 

[ACEd]

Found a 6906 at gun show a few weeks ago with the box and paper work. It was very clean and the owner said it had never been fired outside of the factory test. It was clean but I really don't buy those gun show 'stories'...as many other members have warned me about...lol. Asking $650 and would take $625. I seriously thought about it since my 6904 magazines would work in this one too...but I passed on it. I might see it again at an upcoming show if it hasn't sold.

Does $625 for a "slightly shot" 6906 with box sound reasonable?

It seems a bit high, but a lot of factors would enter into the discussion - $625 out the door is probably high, but $625 plus tax and FFL fee and maybe shipping would be way high in my mind.

Consider a GB purchase of $500 would add roughly $100 -125 shipping plus taxes and fees and I would pay my FFL $25 fee so a $500 GB item would be closer to $625-650 to me. And a near new 6906 with original box and 2 factory 12 rd mags would probably bring $500+ on GB.

But on the other side of the equation, a GB seller would only net $500 less GB fees.

Split the difference and offer $550 out the door.

 

[GaryS]

Some of this depends on where you are. In a state with magazine capacity limits or "rosters" it would likely be worth more.

In a normal states, it would likely be less as there is no added value because of the magazine capacity.

Also, there is a difference if the intent is to keep as pristine as possible as a "collectible" or if it's going to see significant range or carry use.

Since you're familiar with 3rd Gens you know that it's a dependable and accurate firearm if carry is your goal.

Based on all of that, I'd say that I'd say it's worth $500.00 give or take. I don't know that I'd pay $625.00 for one unless I really wanted it.

Of course I have a 6906 and a 6946 already, that might warp my judgement.

As you note, buy the gun not the story.

Found a 6906 at gun show a few weeks ago with the box and paper work. It was very clean and the owner said it had never been fired outside of the factory test. It was clean but I really don't buy those gun show 'stories'...as many other members have warned me about...lol. Asking $650 and would take $625. I seriously thought about it since my 6904 magazines would work in this one too...but I passed on it. I might see it again at an upcoming show if it hasn't sold.

Does $625 for a "slightly shot" 6906 with box sound reasonable?

 

[cherrypointmarine]

No 6900 Smiths , but I have 2 469' and 2 669's . For their size , I think they are more accurate than some 5in Smiths I own . I have 2 factory 20rd mags I load up when I take them to the range . With 40rds waiting , it makes for some fun at the range .

 

[Brian Parrish]

Mags

Awesome, thanks for the heads up.

_____________________
I got two mags from them and both are top quality. 12 rnds.
Please note that I did not receive confirmation communications from them. I placed the order and next thing I know there is the box on the porch!

BrianD

 

[zzzippper]

Mine lives in a Bianchi #7L (a right haned holster). Easily one of my favorite firearms.

These days I prefer shoulder holsters. I guess I should get one for this guy.

Where on the waist is this meant to be carried; side, appendix? It seems to have a forward cant. Is that an accurate view?

 

[BAM-BAM]

Great guns...... only thing better are the Performance Center Shorty-9s.
Race car version of the 6906.

Bought it "used" from a friend .... never thought about them being "collectable" so I've carried mine off and on for over 25 years when I want more capacity than a 3913. Extra mag is always a 15rd 5906 mag with the +2 adopter .... giving me 28 or 43 rounds.

Another cool variation is the FrankenSmith "6915" where you mate a 915 barrel and slide to a 6906 frame!

 

[AlHunt]

Where on the waist is this meant to be carried; side, appendix? It seems to have a forward cant. Is that an accurate view?

Yeah, it's just a right hand holster with a forward cant. For me, anywhere from 3:00 back.

 

[frankw]

I just bought three magazines for my 6909 off Gunsamerica from Robertson Trading Post.
They look identical to my original S&W magazines but the writing on the package is Chinese? or something oriental.
Look to be high quality and if the rain will quit, I will go to the range tomorrow.

 

[GaryS]

Robertson Trading Post seems to be making some 3rd Gen parts. I think they offer both 6906 and 3913 OEM style grips. They look like the OEM ones, but don't have the S&W logo.

It will be interesting to see how your magazines perform.

I just bought three magazines for my 6909 off Gunsamerica from Robertson Trading Post.
They look identical to my original S&W magazines but the writing on the package is Chinese? or something oriental.
Look to be high quality and if the rain will quit, I will go to the range tomorrow.

 

[frankw]

I went to the range today and had a ball.
I belong to a big outdoor range where you passcard in and then take any empty pistol bay for your own. It allows a lot of freedom.

The magazines performed perfectly. I shot all reloads but full power JHP's, FMJ, Flat Nose and some Coated RNFP with zero malfunctions.

I practiced drawing and firing from concealment. What a sweet shooting pistol and the Dawson Fiber Optic front sight was a blessing.

I had cataract surgery a few months ago so the sights are not perfectly clear but I had no problems with head and chest shots out to most practical distances.
I also found some very nice,adjustable magazine pouches on Amazon and used them today at the range and also to carry concealed to and from the range.
They are listed as 2-Pack Universal IWB/OWB Magazine Holster/Mag Carrier for 9mm/.40 Double Stack Magazines.