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Manufacturer
	Smith & Wesson More Info

About the Gun

The Smith & Wesson Model 4006TSW is the Tactical variant of the all-stainless steel full-size 4006 .40 S&W pistol, incorporating third-generation updates such as a frame-mounted accessory rail, extended slide-to-frame contact, reversible magazine catch in later production, and fixed Novak Lo-Mount sights.

Production

Production ran from 1997 through 2011.

Market value

MSRP at production was around $800. Market value for a used one in good to very good condition is currently around $670–$690.

Cartridge Specifications
Cartridge:	.40 Smith & Wesson
Alias:	N/A
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Analysis

Early TSW examples retained features closer to the base 4006, while later ones included bobbed hammers in certain batches (e.g., CHP contracts). The design retained the double-action/single-action mechanism with slide-mounted decocker/safety and 11-round double-stack magazine capacity. 4006TSW examples are more commonly available than earlier non-TSW variants due to former-LEO surpluses, particularly CHP-marked units. Magazine and parts availability has declined but remains feasible through secondary sources, with many units showing durability from service use after inspection and maintenance. The model represents one of the final evolutions of Smith & Wesson's metal-frame DA/SA lineup before the transition to polymer striker-fired designs.