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Smith & Wesson
Model 1046
Smith & Wesson Pistol 1046 10 mm Variant-1
Scale To:
Gun Dimensions Width:1.25-in
Length:8.5-in Height:5.875-in
Barrel:5-in Weight:38-oz
1 Variant
Gun Rankings
  • Power Factor (180 grain bullet)207000
  • Recoil Factor (180 grain bullet)8.48 ft-lb
  • Total Capacity10 rounds
  • ConcealabilityFair
  • Defense Factor80%
Gun Specifications
Type:Pistol
Produced:1991 Only
Caliber:10 mm
Action:recoil operated semi-automatic
Trigger:double-action only (DAO)
Safety:no manual safety
Magazine:9-round
Frame:stainless steel
Grip:straight backstrap wrap-around
Sights:fixed white 3-dot
Notes:
Manufacturer
Smith & Wesson
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Gun Value
MSRP:$747.00Used Est:$1,200.00
Last Update:2/9/2025
About the Gun

Smith & Wesson third generation 1000 series pistol similar to the Model 1006 but with a double-action only trigger and no manual safety.

Cartridge Specifications
Cartridge: 10 mm
Alias: N/A
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Ballistics for This Gun
Selected Bullet Mass:180 grains
MV:1150 ft/sec ME:529 ft-lbs
About the Cartridge

Initially made by Norma and chambered in the Bren Ten pistol in 1983 the 10 mm Auto was right off a formidable round. While the Bren Ten was not successful, the 10 mm cartridge was. In 1989 the FBI announced the 10 mm Auto as their officially favored sidearm. While the cartridge has proven itself over time, many felt that the cartridge was a little long for semi-auto pistols, making the pistol grip a little big for some comfort levels. When the shorter .40 S&W cartridge with very similar ballistics was introduced, it soon won popularity over the 10 mm round. The 10 mm Auto cartridge still has a strong following and manufacturers are still making pistols chambered for this round.

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