S&W PC Model 945-1 5"

[Dino44]

I found this today at an area gun shop. It cost me $2000 It's only the 2nd 945 I've ever seen in the wild, in the past 13 years. The first one was several years ago, seen in a WA state LGS. It was the black 3.5-barrel version priced at $1600. I passed because of the guns poor condition. There is one like my new acquisition currently listed on GB starting at $1799.99 but I would have to be the only bidder and after fees, taxes, shipping, and FFL transfer I'd be at 2K anyways. Now I have one without the extra effort and wait time.

 

[Shootgood]

Congratulations, they are great guns. I am partial to ones like yours without the billboard.

 

[huthike]

Very nice. You’ll love how well it shoots. Careful, though, they can be addictive.

 

[4T5GUY]

That’s great you got that 945-1. I know you’re going to really appreciate it. I also like that it doesn’t have a billboard.

It took me years to decide if I wanted one and then researching which one I might want. It then took more years to find the one I was looking for, (first run LEW 945,) high condition with everything for a “low” price.

So does that mean the 6” PPC9 isn’t an option now?

Jim

 

[el_june]

Nice pick up, congrats…

 

[Tntcwg3]

Congratulations, mine is 9 units behind yours, 2541.

 

[Dino44]

I gave it a try today. I shot it alongside of a favorite Dan Wesson Vigil 45 Commander and my Doug Koenig 38 Super. I ended up leaving the range with a really big smile on my face. I also really enjoyed the way the 945 felt in my hand and the way it absorbed the recoil with such ease.

4T5GUY, The PPC is still in play for me. I am going to see if I can get funds together since I spent my on-hand cash on the 945. If it doesn't work out, I will let you know.

 

[cherrypointmarine]

I've had several 945's over the years , they are just all around great 45's . Actually I shoot mine better than my 845's , which most won't agree with . The DK 38 Super is another PC gem , I chased one for years until I got one at a decent price .

 

[jt1207]

The 945 is the embodiment of the old PC for me. Absolutely stunning aesthetics and fantastic workmanship. There's no better-looking PC pistol than the 945.

 

[AF22Raptor]

Very Nice Pistol! If you ever need some Magazine Tubes I have 5 or 6 brand new ones that Numrich Gun Parts shipped to me the wrong ones when I ordered 645/4506 Tubes but since I had them in the box for like 3 months waiting for the followers, base plates and locking plate by the time I realized they were the wrong ones it was too late to send them. back. PM me if you are interested. Smith really did a nice job with the 945 Magazines because they are not 1911 nor SW645/4506 something in the middle and when I compared them to my SIG P220 and Ruger P90 I could not believe that those tubes could not be used for anything else and like you said 945 pistols are EXTREMELY Rare!
I was able to find one of my Unicorns last year the SW PC4006 Comp because I really like shooting 40sw ever since I found the Comp I have been looking for the Tactical with the 5 inch BarSto barrel and Briley Barrel Bushing but I have not seen one in the wild so far.

 

[RGPM1A]

I've had several 945's over the years , they are just all around great 45's . Actually I shoot mine better than my 845's , which most won't agree with . The DK 38 Super is another PC gem , I chased one for years until I got one at a decent price .

Same here. 945 has much better grip IMHO.

 

[45Smashemflat]

If the sticker on a similar 945-1 here in Ga is any indication, you did well. Their price is over $2500.

 

[SSG WILDBILL]

Very Nice Pistol! If you ever need some Magazine Tubes I have 5 or 6 brand new ones that Numrich Gun Parts shipped to me the wrong ones when I ordered 645/4506 Tubes but since I had them in the box for like 3 months waiting for the followers, base plates and locking plate by the time I realized they were the wrong ones it was too late to send them. back. PM me if you are interested. Smith really did a nice job with the 945 Magazines because they are not 1911 nor SW645/4506 something in the middle and when I compared them to my SIG P220 and Ruger P90 I could not believe that those tubes could not be used for anything else and like you said 945 pistols are EXTREMELY Rare!
I was able to find one of my Unicorns last year the SW PC4006 Comp because I really like shooting 40sw ever since I found the Comp I have been looking for the Tactical with the 5 inch BarSto barrel and Briley Barrel Bushing but I have not seen one in the wild so far.

Are the mag tubes still available?

 

[AF22Raptor]

Are the mag tubes still available?

Yes I still have the mag tubes in put away! are you interested IM me!

 

[SSG WILDBILL]

Yes I still have the mag tubes in put away! are you interested IM me!

I would be interested in a couple tubes if you could spare some

 

[SSG WILDBILL]

I would be interested in a couple tubes if you could spare them

 

[ishootblanks]

I would be interested in a couple also.

 

[loony888]

This is the Handgun that first got my interest back when it was released in the late 90's. Wanted one ever since.....

I'm assuming the "Billboard" is the large "945" on the side? i actually don't mind it LOL

"MagTubes" are just the magazine yeah? They're specific to the 945 because the grip is at different angle to a 1911...

Now i'm Licensed and have my large caliber cert too i'm on the lookout....

 

[smitholdtimer]

Yes I still have the mag tubes in put away! are you interested IM me!

I'm also interested in a couple, please Sir!

 

[Oldsalt66]

It's a beautiful example, congratulations.