New to me CS 40

[hawkeyehep]

Just picked up a very clean CS 40. Went to the range today and put 100 rounds through it without a problem. I'm impressed, but then again all the S&W semi autos I've fired seem to always work well. One question about grips: I've read about the Big Dog grips and wonder the pros and cons of the long vs short Big Dog products for the CS 40.

 

[Ranger98]

I have the short version on my CS40 and the Longs on my CS45.I think it is mostly a question of looks.The long version of the grips extends the back of the grip to the bottom of the floor plate of the magazine.

 

[cmr0323]

CS40 Specifications

Could one of you gentlemen provide the dimensions of the CS40 for me. I've been interested in the whole series, CS9, 40 & 45, but information is almost non-existent on them. Is the CS40 the same size as the CS45 or intermediate between the 9 & the 45? Thanks!

 

[Ranger98]

The CS40 & 45 have the same size frame.CS9 is smaller.

 

[cmr0323]

Ok, thanks. I seem to remember reading that the CS40 was built on the CS45 frame. I haven't been able to find _anything_ on the CS40, and all I've been able to find on the CS9 & CS45 are the barrel & overall length -- nothing on the height or width.

 

[tom 45]

CS45 +CS40 dimensions

If you search for "cs45 dimensions" you will get a bunch of hits.
Look for one about "cs45 dimensions and specifications".
in the replies there is a post by 'Inboost' that will give you enough dimensions to make your head spin.
He did a great job on it.

 

[cmr0323]

tom_45,

Thanks, I found the thread by inboost. You're right, he provides more than enough information! I know that I want a CS9 for CC. Now, I just need to decide if I want a CS40, as well.

 

[Ranger98]

If in doubt,try to collect all three

 

[XTrooper]

Congratulations on your "new" CS40! I love mine!

CS40 Chiefs Special specifications:
Barrel length: 3 1/4"
Overall length: 6 1/2"
Height: 4 5/8"
Width: 1 3/8"
Weight: 24.2 oz

 

[cmr0323]

If in doubt,try to collect all three

Ranger98,

Sounds like a great idea. That's a beautiful collection.

cmr

 

[cmr0323]

I already have a S&W 4040PD, but now that I know the spec's of the CS40 & CS45, I'm not so sure that I don't want to go for a triple play, like Ranger98 and trade-in the 4040PD (or not ;-) .

 

[Ranger98]

Yikes,looks like I started something ..

 

[XTrooper]

Just picked up a very clean CS 40. Went to the range today and put 100 rounds through it without a problem. I'm impressed, but then again all the S&W semi autos I've fired seem to always work well. One question about grips: I've read about the Big Dog grips and wonder the pros and cons of the long vs short Big Dog products for the CS 40.

So where are the photos?