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Manufacturer
	Smith & Wesson More Info

About the Gun

Tactical variant of the 4013 compact .40 S&W series, introduced with updates which include a double-stack 9-round magazine capacity (on a medium frame), reversible magazine catch, lengthened slide and frame rails for added support, extended lock time to moderate felt recoil, and fixed 3-dot Novak Lo-Mount Carry sights.

Production

Production ran from 1997 through 2006.

Market value

The MSRP for this gun when new is approximately $750. The market value for a used one in 95% condition is around $450-$500, based on recent 2024 and 2025 sales data.

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

The Smith & Wesson Model 4013TSW operates reliably in documented user experiences when maintained, with reports of consistent feeding and ejection across standard and +P .40 S&W ammunition after proper break-in and lubrication of the extended rails. The double-stack configuration increases capacity to 9+1 rounds while keeping the overall profile compact, though the medium frame results in noticeable recoil impulse and muzzle flip during rapid fire, particularly with hotter loads, and some owners note the pistol's tendency to climb more than full-size equivalents. Accuracy holds at defensive and qualification distances, typically producing 3–4 inch groups at 15–25 yards from a rest in owner testing, supported by the Novak sights' low profile and the pistol's balance. The double-action trigger pull remains heavy and long, with single-action crisper but still on the firm side per third-generation standards. Magazine availability has decreased over time, often requiring aftermarket or used sourcing, and disassembly follows familiar procedures but involves additional care with the lengthened rails and reversible catch components.