S&W 5904 Range Test

[geo57]

It finally cooled off here so I was able to get out and test fire my new to me S&W 5904 9mm. Obviously, it has it's share of holster wear but the bore, rails, breech face & internals looked to be pretty good. I did put a new factory recoil spring in it after cleaning & lubing and before testing though the old one was only 1/8th " shorter. The person I bought it from was unsure of it's previous history , whether it was ever a LE sidearm, etc. I'm guessing it was made about in 1989 but perhaps one of you more knowledgeable 3rd Gen fellows can say for sure based on serial TCV2246. Though I had a 659 many years ago this is my first 3rd Gen. With shipping and FFL transfer I gave $375 for it.

During the session I used Speer Lawman 115 gr. FMJ, Speer Lawman 147 gr. FMJ and Federal American Eagle 124 gr. FMJ. I used the older factory S&W 14 round mag that came with it and a new Mec-Gar 17 rd. mag. Both pistol and mags functioned flawlessly. Primer dents were generally well centered and adequately deep. Ejection distance was pretty consistent @ 8-10 feet and most landing @ about 4-5 o'clock. One of the pictures is a 3 shot group fired offhand at 7 yards near the end of the session. I certainly do not profess to be a great handgun shot but it seemed to be at least combat accurate in both double and single action. I'm very pleased with it so far.

 

[.455_Hunter]

Very nice!

I am a big fan of 3rd Gens, and a nice 5904 to accompany my 5906 is definitely on the procure list.

 

[Tallball]

They are nice pistols. I have gotten very good service out of mine.

 

[DFM914]

3rd gen S&W handguns are tried and true classics. Congrats on your new to you S&W!

 

[RA40]

Very nice! The CHP officer that took our collision report was the last time directly saw a 3'rd gen S&W. I've not seen a 3'rd Gen at the range other than my 6904.

 

[.455_Hunter]

Very nice! The CHP officer that took our collision report was the last time directly saw a 3'rd gen S&W. I've not seen a 3'rd Gen at the range other than my 6904.

One the custom 4006TSWs, not doubt...

 

[czhen]

Great adition to the herd, now if funds allows a good company will be 6906 which is another gem.
Enjoy it.

 

[Ignition Override]

This is for those who are Unfamiliar with the "family tree".
Some experts 'in the audience" might have much of this memorized, and can count cards when playing blackjack.


geo57: My only S&W (besides the German-produced M&P .22LR) is the heavy, all-steel 5906.

 

[TinNePa]

Very nice! I picked up a 5903 recently, but haven't had a chance to shoot it yet. If it's anything like my CS9, it will be a nice shooter.