Case of the can't help its results in new 3953

[TNDave]

I had been saving a little scratch to get a Ruger LC9s Pro. I have an original LC9 I like a lot and a Shield 9mm so there was no big hurry to get the Pro. But I walked into a gun shop and they had a 3953 with three mags for $450. I used to carry a 3953 all the time in a Kramer #2 with an extra mag in my back pocket.

My mechanic ended up the that gun and holster during tough times. I always thought the 3953 was the best little gun Smith ever made. They have really dried up now days and this gun was pretty crisp. I got away from it.

I kept thinking about it though. Every day that gun crossed my mind. After about a week I was sure it had sold. I started putting it out of my mind. Then one night I had a dream about it. That was strange.

A couple days later I went back by and to my amazement the gun was still there. I decided to go ahead and get it. We settled on $400. Not too bad. I cleaned it up and shot it a little and it ran fine. I think I'm going to get a JAK slide for it and tote it around some. I can get a Pro any time. Just couldn't help it.

 

[kaveman]

That about sums it up,..........."I can get a Pro any time." The 3953 takes a fair amount of searching or some exceedingly good luck. I've searched my way into a couple in the last year, but not quite the deal you got there(although I did inadvertently steal a 3954).

That's a nice one. Hang on to it.

 

[ColbyBruce]

The S&W 3953 is also my favorite carry gun, I am wearing it now.

 

[GaryS]

Great gun and a very nice price. Enjoy.

 

[TTSH]

A couple days later I went back by and to my amazement the gun was still there. I decided to go ahead and get it. We settled on $400. Not too bad. I cleaned it up and shot it a little and it ran fine. I think I'm going to get a JAK slide for it and tote it around some. I can get a Pro any time. Just couldn't help it.

Great choice and an excellent price too! And yes, you can get the Ruger LC9s Pro anytime. Trust me... there will be no shortage.

 

[JeepinSoldier]

Great pickup TNDave!

The 3953 is my main carry pistol now as well.

 

[S&W SS Revolvers]

LOL! It was yours,you just didn't know it right off...

They say if there is something you might want,let it sit,ponder and if you still want it a day or two later; buy it!

I had been saving a little scratch to get a Ruger LC9s Pro. I have an original LC9 I like a lot and a Shield 9mm so there was no big hurry to get the Pro. But I walked into a gun shop and they had a 3953 with three mags for $450. I used to carry a 3953 all the time in a Kramer #2 with an extra mag in my back pocket.

My mechanic ended up the that gun and holster during tough times. I always thought the 3953 was the best little gun Smith ever made. They have really dried up now days and this gun was pretty crisp. I got away from it.

I kept thinking about it though. Every day that gun crossed my mind. After about a week I was sure it had sold. I started putting it out of my mind. Then one night I had a dream about it. That was strange.

A couple days later I went back by and to my amazement the gun was still there. I decided to go ahead and get it. We settled on $400. Not too bad. I cleaned it up and shot it a little and it ran fine. I think I'm going to get a JAK slide for it and tote it around some. I can get a Pro any time. Just couldn't help it.

 

[jframe]

Bought one just like it Friday with original box, manual, and three mags for 349.00 + tax. I am now not allowed to go to pawn shops on off days without some sort of direct supervision.

 

[red feather]

I did change the trigger spring in my 3953, and I really like the trigger now. And no misfires or light strikes.

 

[carbuncle]

Good call on a great gun!

 

[71velle]

Nice I just traded a shield for a like new3913. Can't wait to shoot it. Congrats on the new pistol.

 

[imarangemaster]

Good catch! That is a sweet little piece. You are way ahead with the 3953 over the Ruger! Congrats. That's how I felt when I found the 669 on a 6906 frame for $400 out the door! I pick mine up out of "jail" on saturday. I can't wait.