S&W 5943 SSV Review: 1 of 3277

[@granddad-mv5ef]

I can't think of a better way to illustrate the intended function of the 5943. Also some possible resistance to the change. As always, a remarkable video that entertains as well as educates, thank you!

[@hrfunk]

Thank you!

[@johnsnyder5470]

Having retired myself after 40 years wearing a badge, I really enjoyed the interaction between you and Jr., I can appreciate the difference in attitudes and knowledge that occurred in myself over that time period. Might like to see Jr. again, if he can be so bothered to do so. Thank you for your channel.

[@hrfunk]

You are most welcome John. I had a lot of fun with Junior, so he might just make another appearance some day.

[@fdmackey3666]

I'm so old that in 1991 I was still carrying a nickel plated Colt's Trooper chambered in .38/.357 (but restricted by town and department policy to 158grn SWCHP +Ps)….Even though we did transition to Ruger semiautos in .45ACP later on, SIGs in .45ACP later still, and finally not long before I retired, S&W M&Ps also in .45ACP. Today my preferred concealed carry pistols are a much loved S&W 4053 (with "dead" night sights) and two spare magazines for winter carry and a Taurus G2C in 9mm (since I could not find one in .40S&W anywhere) and two spare magazines for "warm weather" carry here in South Carolina.....Though I am looking really, really hard at a Charter Arms "Classic Bulldog" in .44Spl which would take me back to the 1970s when I started my career...Excellent video as usual! Keep up the great work!

[@hrfunk]

Thank you! Years ago I had a 4054, the same as your 4053 except with a blue slide and back annodized frame. Those are good pistols, don't let your get away. Thanks for watching!

[@fdmackey3666]

@@hrfunk In 2012 I needed to sell my small collection of hand and long guns to afford the move to the People's Republic of Maryland so that I could care for The Love of My Life who was recovering from a rare form of cancer. The ONLY firearm I did not sell was my 4053 and it's two spare magazines. My 4053 serves, to this day, as our "bed side" home defense pistol backed up by a 00 buck loaded Mossberg 500A fitted with the "Police/Riot" barrel (very, very similar to the Mossberg we carried in our patrol cars and that we trained with all those years ago). If I had to sell my current small collection of hand and long arms I would hold on, tightly, too would be my 4053 and, if at all possible, my 500A. By the way, The Love of My Life became The Lovely Bride in late 2012 and puts up with me to this day...

[@hrfunk]

Congratulations all the way around!

[@leenelson5823]

Ha! Jr. Self, that was fun. It's a proud thing to own a memory like that pistol in that kind of shape. Thanks again.

[@hrfunk]

You’re welcome Lee. Thanks for watching!

[@sammyboy4996]

When The Columbus police department in Ohio Got rid of their 5943 me and my buddy bought 2 of them one was new in the box and the other one looked new ...only $299.99 each...I probably put 4000 rounds through it..it's still like new..Definitely one of my favorite gun ...nice video..

[@hrfunk]

Thanks! In case you couldn’t tell, I really like mine too!

[@sammyboy4996]

@@hrfunk You're Welcome.... It's a beautiful gun that's for sure it's never coming out of my collection..

[@frankvandornis4373]

Thanks for another great, innovative video. I remember well the period called the Smith & Wesson gun of the week program.

[@hrfunk]

You’re welcome Frank!

[@terrythomas8486]

10:19 I was told that tritium has an 80 year half life, so I would expect a good tritium sight, that was 30 years old, to be about 3/4 as bright as a brand new one. Loved your gun story video. Came to this video to learn more about the 5943. I can see why you like this pistol so much.

[@hrfunk]

Yep. It’s one that’s never leaving my collection. Thanks for watching.

[@davidhawthorne7423]

Very informative. I loved the split screen. Looking forward to the range test results.

[@hrfunk]

The range video should be up Wednesday morning.

[@jwc00789]

Congratulations on acquiring your S&W 5943 SSV and may it serve you well!!! :) Interesting comparison to the Glock 19. Also enjoyed the conversation with Jr ! Looking forward to your Range Report.

[@hrfunk]

Thank you!

[@pauloventosa1486]

Nice video. Very precise synchronization. Superb. Congrats!

[@hrfunk]

Thanks Paulo. I'm glad you liked it!

[@garywood60]

Great job this video had me with my elbows on my desk watching. Very informative Thanks . God Bless

[@hrfunk]

Thank you Gary. I’m glad you liked it!

[@cleondubois1270]

The split screen was great. I experienced some condescending comments on a task force from the 40cal crew about my 9mm. Am wondering what loads you were issued by your dept. or what you carried on duty. Was also wondering about magazine availability in today's world....... Seems like S&W could never be satisfied for the long run with a good thing.

[@hrfunk]

Factory magazines are still available, also Mec Gar makes aftermarket magazines. For most of the years that I carried the 5943, our issued load was the Federal 115 grain +P+ BPLE. For the last year or so we switched to the 127 grain Winchester Ranger SXT.

[@mistertapia4491]

👉🏽✊🏽

[@vantabercrombie8683]

Very nice Howard. Glad you were able to acquire and old friend, so many years later, in such pristine condition. Bet when you first opened the box you couldn't have wiped that smile off your face!

[@hrfunk]

When I first opened the box, I was pretty darned happy. That's for sure!

[@arthuroubre7562]

I just discovered your channel. I am very impressed with your videos. In 1989 I started at the Polk County Florida, sheriff's office. I was issued a S&W 6906. Your video reminded me of my 6906. I was able to purchase my pistol. It sits in my gun safe. Thanks for your video.

[@hrfunk]

Thanks Arthur! I'm glad you still have that 6906. Those were great pistols, and I always kind of wanted one. Thanks for watching!

[@arthuroubre7562]

@@hrfunk December 9,1989 this pistol saved my life. I had a S&W 4006 that was issued by my next agency. It was the aluminum frame. I never warmed up to it. I was lucky enough to carry a 1911 for most of my career. I am carrying a 1911 in 38 super.

[@hrfunk]

@@arthuroubre7562 I've got a 1911 in .38 Super and I really like that cartridge/pistol combination. Considering the Super has been around since the 1920's, I really don't understand the development of the .357 Sig. I guess the market just needed something new. Take care!

[@VwDrake]

To confirm what you mentioned: Yes, the standard-issue sidearm of the RCMP is the 5946. i.e., 4" all-stainless, DAO, 15lb-long-trigger, big, honking brick of a gun. Complete with Mag disconnect, and second-strike capability. There's rumours flying around of a replacement, but those rumours having been flying around since approximately 1994 when the first units were issued, replacing the Model 10. (5" pencil) Some love it, some hate it. Looks proAF, compared to a tin badge and a plastic gun! :)

[@weissrw1]

I loved it when you called your younger self "junior" in pure derision. This video gets better each time I look at it!

[@hrfunk]

Thanks Ronald! That was a fun video to produce.

[@logicaredux5205]

Wow!!! What a gem! I’m happy for you. You ask what it reminds us of. That “pre-cocked” double action kind of reminds me of my Walther Creed, but the Creed is a full sized frame and not as compact.

[@hrfunk]

Thanks Logica! I was hinting at the Glock 19, but it was just a joke.

[@logicaredux5205]

hrfunk - Gotcha.

[@bencrane8505]

I thought about the HK LEM trigger module with the precocked comment. The Creed is very similar to the LEM. I prefer DA/SA hammer fired guns, but there is something to be said for only having one trigger pull weight to learn.

[@hrfunk]

Ben Crane Yes there is, especially when training new shooters.

[@mountainhobo]

For some reason when I read the title I thought this was the first review of 3277 you intended to do on this particular pistol. That would be a special piece, indeed.

[@hrfunk]

Ha, ha! Now that would be a series!

[@pinnaclejim]

It's been awhile since you posted this, but I recently found one of these firearms. I replaced the springs and sights and ran a couple of magazines thru the gun. Honestly, I was very pleased how it shot and handled. I have a small collection of DAO S&W's and I absolutely love them. Thanks for the video and range test!

[@hrfunk]

You're welcome. Congratulations on finding such a great pistol!

[@pinnaclejim]

@@hrfunk I sent it to S&W for refinishing a few months ago, hopefully they will complete it soon.

[@weissrw1]

I have 2 St Louis PD 6946s which were offered to cops as a "back-up" gun. Same as yours, but 12 round mags with a pinky extension on the mag. St Louis ordered theirs without the mag disconnect. One of mine is in excellent condition, while the other is very good (again, both were back-up guns). I purchased each a couple years ago for $450 each (in 1996 they sold for $675 or so -- now that would be well over a thousand!!). Both of mine are good shooters. Because I am a revolver guy, I really like the D/A trigger.

[@tonyhayeck45]

The original Glock 19x style of handgun. I love these older generation of Smith and Wesson of handgun! I wish Smith and Wesson would reintroduce these handguns back on the market! Great video!

[@hrfunk]

Thank you. I wish they would bring them back too.

[@stacybrown3714]

Pretty much the same stuff I have in my "get home bag". No Glocks in mine but CZ instead. I have the same mindset of getting home to protect my family. Good stuff. Keep the content coming. God bless America.

[@hrfunk]

Thanks Stacy, will do!

[@Cameraman148]

What a wonderful Find Glad for you, just as I Commented on your last Video I Owned all the S&W Revolvers Except the Model 29, and just Bought a 5906 Police Trade In Love That Design, I would be unsure about shooting it, as I had a One of a Kind Model 586 Roll Engraved in a Presentation Case. Those were the Days!! Semper Fi

[@hrfunk]

Semper Fi Bill!

[@gunfisher4661]

Beautiful collectors piece ,I`d have to think for a bit before I put the first rounds thru it. But !

[@deaconblue949]

I really enjoyed your video! I got a kick out of your conversation with your younger self. And I am really happy to see that you were able to find a brand new in the box pistol that you have wanted for a long time. I bet it was like Christmas when you got it in your possession for the first time. Maybe the clock starts on those night sights the first time you shoot it 😉

[@hrfunk]

Thank you! I really was quite happy to get this pistol. Just as an FYI, it appears the sights were replaced fairly recently. That's fine with me, they should now glow for years to come. Thanks for watching!

[@dane5896]

My first duty gun was the model 6946 DAO. I never had a malfunction with it either. I still love shooting my Dad's model 559, great guns. My Department than switched to the Sig P229 DAO .40 calibre. We definitely had better results with the .40 calibre.

[@lowspeedhighdrag]

Sweet find. Gotta love that Gunbroker.

[@hrfunk]

Agreed!

[@NorthWestCavalryman]

You are mostly correct about the RCMP. We are still using the 5900 series pistol we transitioned to in 1996. Ours is the 5946. It is a double action only all stainless steel pistol. I understand the new pistol we are going to start transitioning to is the Glock 19 GEN 4 (maybe the GEN 5 but I believe it is the GEN 4).

[@hrfunk]

Thanks for the information. I knew your pistol was the 4” version, but I thought it was the alloy frame 5943. My mistake. Thanks again and take care.

[@bojanmilankovic]

I have a Yugoslavian SKS made in like 1981 and the illuminated night sights still light up on it. Like you said, pretty baffling.

[@pete7389]

Such an informative video. Thank you for sharing with the world your new purchase and also your knowledge of this cool piece of S&W history.

[@hrfunk]

Your welcome Pete. Thanks for watching!

[@Joe5561000]

My wife bought me a S&W 4586 that was formally used by the Elgin PD, (Illinois?) (she also got me a WASR-10 AK-47) for my first birthday, that we were married. Yes, I married the most amazing woman on the planet. I have no question about that. I always wondered what the structural difference was between a regular 4506 and the DA only 4586. It makes sense though that the slide and frame are slightly "longer" (for lack of a better description) in the back. I worked at the shop she bought both the AK, and the S&W at. We had a bunch of the 4586's, and a bunch of H&K USP 40 cal. pistols. Both groups were police trade in guns. She let me choose. I choose the 4586 more because I wanted a 45 ACP pistol at the time, and 40 S&W had fallen out of favor. Since I knew she was going to get that pistol for my birthday, she got the AK to surprise me. The guys I worked with made sure to pick a nice AK for her. Since some of those WASR-10's can have really crooked front sights, and other issues. Century Arms didn't always have the greatest QC. Smith & Wesson on the other hand was fine. Other than one of the magazines ( I got 3 with the gun) broke after I had it for a few years. The plastic bottom plate cracked. I tried glue but it wouldn't hold. I finally made a new piece out of metal from a soup can. 🤪 In the meantime I ordered a magazine from ProMag (they are the only aftermarket company making magazines for that pistol) to replace it. Thankfully I was able to fix it. The little I have used the ProMag magazine it has worked fine though despite their reputation.

[@jeffhill1708]

Very nice pistol and review, can’t wait to see the range review

[@hrfunk]

Thanks Jeff! It should be up Wednesday morning.

[@jimsig2194]

on the technical side, SW seemed to be on the top of their game back in the days. An SSV version with the full frame reminds me of the Glock 45 and 19x concept and the SIG P320 Carry and the FN 509.. Looks like there is a tremendous value for LEO and military personnel to have a shorter slide to facilitate inside the vehicle carry without interfering with seats and surroundings, yet a full grip will allow higher capacity, easier reach for the gun and more control during shooting.. Kudos to SW for inventing the Glock 45 concept some 30 years ago..

[@hrfunk]

Yep. This was an innovative concept circa 1990.

[@TheGunfighter45acp]

Very nice! As you know, S&W has some interesting revolvers in their "Classic" series. Wouldn't it be great if a few of their 3rd Gen autos such as this one were to make an appearance? Either way, you certainly have a fine original model to enjoy. Thanks for sharing it with us today.

[@hrfunk]

TheGunfighter45acp you’re welcome, thanks for watching!

[@tomtruesdale6901]

That is the first one of those I have ever seen, sharp looking pistol. We had the S&W 6906 before transitioning to the Glock 17/19/26 series depending on your job. G-17 and 19 standard issue with the G-26 used as a backup.

[@hrfunk]

Thanks Tom. I’m not surprised you haven’t seen one before. As I mentioned, not many were made. Thanks for watching!

[@weissrw1]

Super pretty gun!!! I carry a 6946 (minus the mag disconnect as purchased by the St Louis PD).

[@kenkaufman6760]

Very cool sir, check the date code on the sights, they may have been replaced at some point. The code is on the rear sight. I think older me and younger me would have a similar conversation!

[@hrfunk]

That’s probably true for a lot of us. I think the sights must have been replaced at some point. I’ll check the rear sight and see if I can find the date.

[@jerryjohnsonii4181]

That is a gorgeous S&W 5943 SSV !!!!!!!!!!!! Thanks for showing this firearm , HrFunk !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[@hrfunk]

Your welcome Jerry. Thanks for watching!

[@pauloventosa1486]

Reminder set! See you!

[@LPVP123]

I know this is unrelated to the above video but can you please give us another update on your weight ...what your doing new or different now as I'm sure you would agree the most important element of any firearms system is the shooter himself ...thanks for the inspirational first weight loss video ...please make number two ...kind regards !

[@richki.24]

Good video ....I like the format ...

[@hrfunk]

Thank you!

[@joefw2446]

Congrats on that sweet pistol. Thanks for sharing. I have a S&W 3953 with a smooth DAO trigger.

[@hrfunk]

You're welcome. Thanks for watching!

[@Rnemhrd]

The fact you were guided to the new in box pistol shows good deeds and intent will reward you I guess. You probably paid a pretty penny for it, but you can't put a value on sentimental items. Glad you got it. The early smoth pistols are cool. I almost bought a 910. Regret not getting it now. Enjoy.

[@hrfunk]

Thank you. I hope you get another chance at something like that!

[@craigbenz4835]

I can't wait to see which state test gets to have this pistol used for it.

[@hrfunk]

I’m already thinking about that!

[@HipsterTactical]

Great video. Really cool you were able to find that 5943 in unfired condition. Congrats. I've heard the triggers on the 3rd gen DAOs are very good. My recent experience with Kahr has kinda opened my eyes to the merits of DAO; ended up ordering a Sig P239 DAK. Seems similar, in theory, to what Smith did with the quasi-cocked DAOs. Also... the two-toned look with the silver lever plugs... very nice.

[@hrfunk]

Thank you! You're right, the "pre-cocked" design of the DAO system really improves the shootability of these pistols.

[@BuzzardBait48]

Great presentation.

[@hrfunk]

Thank you!

[@chrisstookey9871]

Great video. One of my favorites! Ha! Younger self! Perfect!

[@hrfunk]

Thanks Chris!

[@harrycallahan692]

I consider the 3rd generation S&W pistols their finest to date. I own several and some are still new in their original box. I bring them out of my safe and showcase them as art when family and friends come over. They make great conversation pieces. As I'm sure you're aware there is much controversy in owning "safe queens" but given the lack of availability of your 5943 will you consider not taking it to the range and shooting it? A pistol like that needs to be protected from extinction. I would love to know your feelings and position of this?

[@hrfunk]

I understand your thoughts, but my feeling is this pistol was built to be used. I know from past experience that it will cycle many thousands of rounds without breaking parts or experiencing significant wear. That said, this one will never see the number of rounds my old duty pistol did. I doubt it will ever show much in the way of holster or g GG and king wear either. Thanks for watching.

[@craigbenz4835]

If it is worth having that's because it will hold up to use. Shoot it like you stole it.

[@wflccb83]

Nice effects HR! Really enjoyed the "younger"self. Where the biases really that strong?

[@hrfunk]

Thanks Kevin. I might have played things up just a little, but those really were my concerns when it came to transitioning to the 5943. Thanks for watching!

[@clplusp8762]

Its a fine example for sure. Great acquisition. I’m a fan of 3rd gen Smiths and have four so far. I’m still missing the heralded 5906 however.

[@hrfunk]

Thank you! A while back there were a bunch of trade-in 5906's on the market. You can probably still find some on line at a pretty good price.

[@dalekidd420]

LMAO at your conversation with your younger self. Yeah, sounds like most of us 20 years or so ago. That said, I was never a fan of DAO pistols. I did shoot a few, including a couple of S&Ws, and I just didn't like the triggers on them. Guess we all have a different feel for these things. You are correct about the RCMP. I believe they completed transition away from their old 6906 variants to the M&P just a year or so ago now... and there COULD even be a few still in service.

[@hrfunk]

Thanks for watching Dale!

[@christophermccormick2714]

So happy for you!!!

[@hrfunk]

Thank you!

[@LoneStarLawman]

Carried this model, as my primary duty pistol 1992-99. Replaced by a Glock m23 .40, 3rd gen which I carried until I retired, in 2010.

[@18winsagin]

Haha the young HR practiced the 6 foot rule to!! Also brings to mind SW99 I have one 40 cal and haven't fired in 10 years at least and if not mistaken it is full time DA isn't it??

[@hrfunk]

Not if it’s the standard SW99. They were DA/SA. That was the pistol that replaced my 5943.

[@roadking681]

Beautiful firearms that people took for granite back then and now cherish. I had one of those and regret selling it. If I ever find one of those on the used market I will grab it. Thanks for sharing. By the way what does HRFUNK stand for?? please respond? thanks.

[@hrfunk]

It my first and middle initials and my last name.

[@garyK.45ACP]

I just recently picked up a minty looking (appears unfired) S&W Model 3914 DAO that was made on special order for the NYPD. I understand S&W made them on order for several police agencies. It is DAO but does not have the extended rear portion of the slide or the deep set trigger. It DOES have double strike capability and a bobbed hammer, flush with the back of the slide. It has a full DA trigger pull for each shot. It may become my new favorite CC handgun. I need to get it out and make sure it is 100% reliable before I start carrying it.

[@hrfunk]

Thank you! I feel fortunate to have found the one in the video. By the way, that was the differnce between the regular 3914 and those for the NYPD contract. Essentially, the NYPD pistols had the standard trigger action with the single action hammer notch removed. They did not have the true redesigned DAO action that resulted in a shorter, lighter D/A pull.

[@garyK.45ACP]

@@hrfunk Looks like a useful modification to lighten the trigger pull, and I am sure it overcame a lot of opposition to the DAO feature. As I understand it, the NYPD and other agencies, wanted to keep the long heavy trigger pull. Hence, S&W made limited runs of the 3914 DAO for specific LE orders.

[@kbm-zw5jd]

@@hrfunk I’m retired NYPD and I carried the 5946. The job was funny with the 3rd gen guns. They 5946 had the mag disconnect removed. The slide was marked that it would fire with magazine removed. But the off duty 3953TSW still had the mag disconnect. The 3914DAO was also offered, and I don’t know what both the 3953 and 3914 were an option

[@hrfunk]

How did you like 5946?

[@kbm-zw5jd]

@@hrfunk I love it. Still have it, along with another PD 5946, a 6946, a 3953, And a 3953TSW. I have TDA 3rd Gen guns too, but I’ve really grown to like the DAO models. Smooth trigger pull. Polymer is lighter and they are what I normally carry, but I’ll always feel more comfortable slipping a hammer fired gun into my waistband. If they were as light as the plastic ones I wouldn’t carry anything else. Thanks for making great videos, Funk!

[@billyblack8687]

Sights still light up because they have never seen light.

[@robber1231]

I wish I had purchased my 5946 we had issued. love the look of the 5943.

[@hrfunk]

Thank you. Too bad that 5946 got away.

[@denniswilson4889]

Love the old 59's. Have 3. Don't care for all the safety's, but the rest is great.

[@hrfunk]

There’s a lot to love about them. Thanks for watching!

[@thefleaflop]

Hi, and thanks for the. Video. ide like to ask what condition your pistol was.carried in. I would assume,.. One in the chamber and a full mag?... Correct?

[@hrfunk]

That's correct. Full magazine +1 in the chamber.

[@snowdogs01]

It was good I had finished my coffee when "Younger Funk" appeared in the shop. Otherwise, you would owe me a new computer keyboard.

[@hrfunk]

As I recall, he tended to have that effect on people. Thanks for watching Don!

[@chrischiampo7647]

Reminder Set 😀😊👍🏼

[@michellereed5943]

Great job. Would you happen to know where I could buy a duty holster?

[@hrfunk]

Holsters seem to be in high demand right now. Which pistol do you need a holster for?

[@weissrw1]

Just a note: On a bunch of the old S&W pistols, the cops used to grind off a lot of the steel on the slide locks. They stuck out way, way too far. So if you buy a used S&W Gen 1, 2 or 3, and the slide lock is ground down, I'd almost consider that "original" issue; as in, the first thing the owner "orginally" did was grind it down.

[@hrfunk]

S&W did eventually reduce the size of the slide-stop for that very reason.

[@joes.7536]

Mr funk, what older steel/alloy frame s&w pistol would you recommend that is affordable and plentiful for my first one. 9 or 40 doesn’t matter. I use both. I prefer a true da/sa with a decocker.

[@hrfunk]

Any of the 5900 series would be good. They are probably also the most common of the 3rd generation pistols.

[@rhk1779]

@hrfunk I'm havimg a tough time decidikg between the 5903 SSV and this 5943 SSV. The 5903 is a little more rare but i already have a few DA/SA 3rd gens (including that sweet CS9). Would you get a 5903 SSV if given the chance?

[@hrfunk]

Probably, but if I had to choose between that and a 5943 SSV, I would probably go with the latter.

[@rhk1779]

@@hrfunk Thank you for your advice and time! We are fortunate to have your knowledge

[@hrfunk]

I’m happy to help. Thanks for your support!

[@rhk1779]

@@hrfunk just missed one Gunbroker! The hunt continues

[@craiglachman1379]

Hmmm. What's that emotion I'm experiencing? ... Oh yes: Pure, unadulterated, ENVY. (Edit: Great vid. I smiled through the whole interaction with that young man. Thanks!)

[@hrfunk]

Sorry Craig. Stop by some time and I’ll let you shoot it!

[@keithkent8126]

Someone replaced the sights , check numbers on the sights ! Other wise a mystery. Very nice pistol Hr congrats! K

[@hrfunk]

Yep. The rear sight is marked with a “16.” Thanks Keith!

[@keithkent8126]

hrfunk That’s a blessing! You won’t have to do that yourself! Also noticed sight tool reflection on back sight in your video . Very cool pistol . As in my younger days I had many 4000 and 5000 series pistols, I must of had bad luck , never had one that didn’t malfunction . Never pinned down the cause (Ammo or spring related ) I wasn’t as knowledgeable nor did I have the patience lol!

[@peteshour768]

Fascinating history for many of the earlier SW Pistols. My guess for the Night Sights after 30 years still illuminating would be the high quality and the Half Life used. Those sights may just go another 30 plus years.

[@hrfunk]

I hope so!

[@keithkent8126]

This is your ghost gun , very rare , when mentioned couple weeks ago , I googled low production Smiths and this model came up in my search . I’ve never seen one . K

[@hrfunk]

You will see one today!

[@anthonytorres9947]

Came across this video on the 5943 ssv I remember l had one buried in my safe, I bought in the 90's I shot it about 20 times I took it out today and my night sites are not working. Do you think there is any way to fix them

[@hrfunk]

Generally speaking, they only last about 10 years. The only thing you can do is replace them. I don’t know if you can still get them from S&W or not.

[@anthonytorres9947]

@@hrfunk thanks for the quick response

[@hrfunk]

You’re most welcome.

[@krihanek117]

You look much better after losing all that weight. I know it's old news. Love all the gun related content you produce.

[@hrfunk]

Thank you Ken!

[@thereturningshadow]

Perhaps the fact that this pistol looks like it spent most of it's life covered up in the box might be why the sights still glow. If the sights don't see daylight or lighted rooms on a regular basis, perhaps the sights don't burn out via overwork.

[@hrfunk]

Actually, it appears the sights were replaced rather recently.

[@thereturningshadow]

@@hrfunk YOu could have mentioned that in the video then instead of playing guessing games on what we think the reason for the sight glow is.

[@hrfunk]

@@thereturningshadow I didn't discover it until after I uploaded the video.

[@18wheeler77]

Technically, shouldn’t this be considered a single action only?

[@hrfunk]

Based upon the most common definition, the trigger performs two functions. It fully cocks the hammer and then releases it. That makes it a double action. There’s no provision for physically cocking the hammer. So that’s where the DAO label comes from. Thanks for watching.

[@18wheeler77]

hrfunk ok thanks for clearing that out. It’s always a pleasure to watch all your videos. That skid with your younger self was hilarious! I’m glad you’ve matured. 😂

[@hrfunk]

@@18wheeler77 Thanks Rafeal!

[@bigalfrombrewster1842]

Whatever you put the gun sights into the light they recharge,any light they will darken after time

[@amf1717]

I love the line "there is no cartridge that's just fine for the liberal politician." I had to pause and laugh for a couple of minuets. Thank you, made my day stuck in the house.

[@hrfunk]

I’m glad! Thanks for watching!

[@frankbutta9344]

Tell younger self to buy LOTS of Amazon stock...lol! Great Video, Chief! 👍👍👍👍🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸 P.S. Present self tossing the pistol to younger self, would have been awesome! 🤣🤣🤣🤣

[@hrfunk]

Ha, ha! It’s hard to get that guy to cooperate!

[@Galona223]

Nice pistol!!!! CONGRATS!!!

[@hrfunk]

Thank you!

[@OldCBnGuns]

My 83 year old grandfather carried an S&W 6946 when his department transitioned from revolvers. I have his duty weapon in my collection

[@hrfunk]

Those were/are good pistols. I'm glad you have the one he carried.

[@richki.24]

wow .... very nice ...

[@hrfunk]

Thanks Rich!

[@BLACKRIFLEREVIEWS]

9MM is one of my most favorite cartridges I prefer it to the .40 S&W &.45 ACP. I carry a Springfield XDM in 9mm along with my Ruger PC 9 Carbine rifle. I have killed several coyotes and feral hogs with 9mm 119 grain ball ammo. I like the velocity and penetration of the 9mm from both the 4.5 " barrel and the 16.5 " carbine barrel. Tritium gas vial sights stay around longer than its suggested shelf life of this gas vial .and many years longer than tritium paint .

[@hrfunk]

Thank you! I discovered there is a date on the rear sight. It's marked "16". So, it appears someone replaced the sights. I'm not complaining. They should now glow for many years to come.

[@BLACKRIFLEREVIEWS]

@@hrfunk Well you did it again another outstanding review .Many people under estimate the 9mm along with the .22 Long Rifle cartridges both of them are deadly in the hands of a professional who knows what they are capable of doing. I see guys out hog hunting with these large calibers rifles & Pistols OVER KILL ! and I go out with a .22 or a 9mm and take more Feral Wild hogs in one Night or Day than they do in a year. I do like the velocity & penetration of the 9mm when it hits bone its like a hand grenade went off inside the wound channel .I also like the .22 LR at ranges out to 100 yards I have killed many coyotes between 50 and 100 yards with the .22 LR .I find the Ruger 10 / 22 to be good for Hog killing at 60 yards with head shots over a baited area if you use a good cover scent hogs return to feed even with a few dead hogs laying on the ground and the rifle report is not as loud so Hogs come back after 15 minutes to a half hour. Just on 500 acres of land I killed 187 Wild Feral Hogs the majority with the .22 LR & 18 coyotes that just happened along the trails .I have had contracts to eradicate Hogs & Coyotes from Farm lands ,County Land, Golf courses and Airports so that where the .22 LR Shines with no over penetration where a bullet could pass thru and hit another Farm Animal , Aircraft or buildings .In one contract we used crossbows and foot snares to catch and kill them but our work was done without incident.

[@BLACKRIFLEREVIEWS]

@@hrfunk I have a set of tritium sight on my AR -15 front sight post from an M-16 A-2 they were surplus and I purchased it in the '90s after the Gulf War and it's still glowing and its been almost 30 years its a Tritium gas filled vile in the post not as bright as it once was but it still can be seen in darkness still glowing just not as bright.

[@hrfunk]

@@BLACKRIFLEREVIEWS Now that sounds like a great job to have! I'd say it also takes a bit of marksmanship skill to imply that .22 effectively. Obviously you possess such skill!

[@RevGunn-jq3cq]

Awesome video!

[@hrfunk]

Thank you!

[@Ratt-ln3mk]

🤣 who's watching this in 2025 , i doubt you'd be in uniform w/out the weight loss and yea i recently seen an older video you made and wow glad you made a decision on weight, i guarantee you feel better. We'd like to see jr, again sometime.

[@WhiteKitta]

Beautiful!...that's my kind of handgun!

[@todd2048]

I love when someone gets something that means so much to them you look like a kid on Christmas opening that Daisy Ryder BB Gun! Semper FI MR FUNK!

[@hrfunk]

Thanks Todd. Semper Fi!

[@CHEECHMUN]

Your younger self, "JR." really stays still and pays attention!

[@hrfunk]

That’s one of his better qualities.

[@CHEECHMUN]

@@hrfunk haha, love it!!!

[@MrRufusjax]

"He had a lot to learn, folks." LOL!

[@hrfunk]

Did he ever!

[@kennethsweeney3583]

A fun video

[@hrfunk]

Thanks Kenneth!

[@jimsig2194]

. . . two thumbs up . . in case you are wondering about the empty space in the comment, this is for social distancing, LOL.. . .

[@hrfunk]

Ha, ha! Thanks Jim!

[@ivannieves5708]

So you are the guy who beat me on this on gunbroker

[@hrfunk]

I don't know. When I looked at it there were no bids. The model of this pistol was also misidentified by the seller.

[@benjaminarmstrong7047]

Ah yes, the young buck, know it all me. No time for old fuddy duddys. But wait, now I'm the old guy with no time for punks with their whiz bang gagitronic gizmos. Will I ever learn?

[@hrfunk]

I'm probably a lost cause. Thanks for the comment Benjamin!

[@stephendettweiler746]

🤣 HR you are Ramping up your Video and Acting Skills!!!! Good Job! Younger self getting under skin a little bit! 🤣 Just wouldn't listen!! lol

[@hrfunk]

Nope, he was kind of like that.

[@goahead82]

im a proud owner of one of hem😍

[@hrfunk]

That's one for you and one for me. Only 3275 left out there!

[@llamawrangler8964]

NOOOOOOOOOO .... DON"T FIRE IT!!!!!!!!!!

[@hrfunk]

A man’s gotta do what a man’s gotta do (How’s that for a John Wayne impersonation?)

[@kbm-zw5jd]

I just picked up a 15-2 4” .38 new, unfired in box. Cleaning tools and everything. Mirror blue. I still haven’t fired it yet. I know I should but I have other k frame revolvers was to shoot. But then again, when am I ever going to be able to fire a vintage unfired firearm? Decisions to make! Nice gun. I carried a 5946 duty pistol. Picked up another a few years ago just for nostalgia.

[@jamesvatter5729]

??? My tritium sights always died at about ten to twelve years.

[@hrfunk]

I think the ones made these days might last a little longer, but I’m not certain.

[@rtz1902]

Sweet gun

[@hrfunk]

Thanks!

[@platinumempire5709]

LOL YOUR YOUNGER SELF LOL

[@bobperrine6193]

I wonder why S&W did away with their 3rd gens.

[@hrfunk]

The handgun world, with a few notable exceptions, has shifted to plastic pistols. The build what sells and makes them the most money.

[@bencrane8505]

Younger self HR had no love for Federal 9BPLE? Tsk tsk!

[@hrfunk]

Actually, he quickly learned to like that round.

[@billyblack8687]

And if they were making that gun for police don't you think they would have made more than 3500 🤔🤔🤔❗❗

[@hrfunk]

I've recently received some information that confirmed a long-held surmise. In short, S&W was using up an over-run of parts to assemble the SSV pistols. That's why the production numbers were so low.