Smith 3rd gen resurrection rumors

[MattyD380]

Saw this on the Smith forum:

http://smith-wessonforum.com/smith-w...ng-back-2.html

Think it’s actually a possibility?

I’d love to see a new line of metal DA/SA autos from Smith. Whether they’re faithful copies of the originals or more “4th gens” with evolutionary changes… I’d probably buy one. Though my preference would honestly be for something closer to the latter. I think something like a 6906 with G10 grips, modern sights and less pokey levers would make a solid case for itself.

[Polecat]

Update the CS9, use a CSX mag, ameriglo sights and get rid of the shitty hogue grip, sit back and sell the xxxx out of them.

[MattyD380]

Update the CS9, use a CSX mag, ameriglo sights and get rid of the shitty hogue grip, sit back and sell the xxxx out of them.

Word. I’d buy one.

[HeavyDuty]

4506, 4576, 1006, 1076…

[willie]

The steel guns were heavy, a fact that might inhibit sales in today's market.

[Squib308]

5906 + Polymer frame + Decocker (no safety) = just take my money

[jlw]

The 3rd Gen S&Ws are more popular now than when they were when in production, and they are only popular as a niche interest now.

To produce them now, expect a hefty price tag.

[DrkBlue]

The steel guns were heavy, a fact that might inhibit sales in today's market.

Hell… The S&W 3rd Gen alloy guns were heavy.

I had a 4053 that pulled my pants down on the regular. Nearly 40 ounces IIRC.

A fully loaded Glock 23 was 25% less in weight, had three more rounds and shot way better for me.

The 3rd Gens belong in the past. RIP.

[45dotACP]

No optic readiness, no rail, heavy as heck and TDA?

Just isn't the way the world is headed friends.

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[Lester Polfus]

The 3rd Gen S&Ws are more popular now than when they were when in production, and they are only popular as a niche interest now.

To produce them now, expect a hefty price tag.

I'm guessing SIG P210 money at least. My 4006 served me well during a particularly bad day at work, but if I had SIG P210 money, I'd buy something like a SIG P210.