Description
Item Description
Bryant Ridge Co. is pleased to present this double-action / single-action semi-automatic pistol for a penny-start auction, this is the Smith & Wesson Model 5904.
SPECIFICATIONS:
Manufacturer: Smith Wesson (Springfield, MA)
Model: Model 5904 (3rd Generation)
Serial: VCS0185
Model: Model 5904 (3rd Generation)
Serial: VCS0185
Date Of Manufacture: 1988-1998
Caliber: 9x19mm Parabellum (9mm Luger)
Finish: Matte Black Anodized Aluminum Alloy Frame w/ Blued Carbon Steel Slide
Barrel Length: 4" Stainless Steel Barrel
Optics/Sights: White Dot Front Sight w/ Novak Low-Mount Rear Sight
Stock/Grips: One-Piece Black Textured Ergonomic Polymer Wrap-Around Grip
Action: Double-Action / Single-Action (DA/SA) Short-Recoil w/ Ambidextrous Slide-Mounted Decocker / Safety Levers, Magazine Disconnect, and Detachable Double-Stack Box Magazine Feed
Markings: Left slide stamped "SMITH & WESSON / SPRINGFIELD, MA U.S.A."; left frame stamped serial "VCS0185" above model "Mod 5904"; right frame stamped w/ Smith & Wesson trademark logo; barrel chamber stamped "9MM / PARABELLUM".
Bryant Ridge's Analysis:
Introduced in 1988 as part of Smith & Wesson's famous 3rd Generation semi-automatic pistol lineup, the Model 5904 represents the blued, aluminum-alloy framed iteration of S&W's iconic full-size 9mm duty sidearm. Building upon the success of the 1st Gen Model 59 and 2nd Gen Model 459, the 3rd Generation series incorporated significant mechanical and ergonomic refinements, including a streamlined one-piece wrap-around grip, a bevelled magazine well, improved three-dot sighting options, and enhanced lockup tolerances. Operating on a short-recoil system w/ a double-action / single-action (DA/SA) trigger assembly, the 5904 featured ambidextrous slide-mounted safety/decocker levers and an anodized aluminum frame that offered full-size 15-round firepower while substantially reducing carry weight. Widely adopted by American law enforcement agencies throughout the late 1980s and 1990s, the S&W 5904 earned a stellar reputation for duty reliability, crisp single-action resets, and timeless steel-and-alloy aesthetics.
This specific example is an authentic 3rd Gen Smith & Wesson Model 5904 bearing serial number VCS0185. Chambered in 9x19mm Parabellum, it features a 4-inch stainless steel barrel, Novak low-mount rear sight assembly, factory ambidextrous decocker/safety levers, and a matte black finish across its blued carbon steel slide and lightweight aluminum alloy receiver. The frame and slide display crisp, deep roll-marks w/ honest edge finish wear and handling marks characteristic of a classic 3rd Gen duty pistol. Mechanically, the action hand-cycles smoothly, the DA/SA trigger breaks clean, the decocker functions properly, and the 4-inch bore remains bright w/ strong, defined rifling throughout. Complete w/ four double-stack factory magazines, this classic 5904 represents a robust, highly collectible example of Smith & Wesson's golden era of metal-framed autoloaders.
Contents:
Caliber: 9x19mm Parabellum (9mm Luger)
Finish: Matte Black Anodized Aluminum Alloy Frame w/ Blued Carbon Steel Slide
Barrel Length: 4" Stainless Steel Barrel
Optics/Sights: White Dot Front Sight w/ Novak Low-Mount Rear Sight
Stock/Grips: One-Piece Black Textured Ergonomic Polymer Wrap-Around Grip
Action: Double-Action / Single-Action (DA/SA) Short-Recoil w/ Ambidextrous Slide-Mounted Decocker / Safety Levers, Magazine Disconnect, and Detachable Double-Stack Box Magazine Feed
Markings: Left slide stamped "SMITH & WESSON / SPRINGFIELD, MA U.S.A."; left frame stamped serial "VCS0185" above model "Mod 5904"; right frame stamped w/ Smith & Wesson trademark logo; barrel chamber stamped "9MM / PARABELLUM".
Bryant Ridge's Analysis:
Introduced in 1988 as part of Smith & Wesson's famous 3rd Generation semi-automatic pistol lineup, the Model 5904 represents the blued, aluminum-alloy framed iteration of S&W's iconic full-size 9mm duty sidearm. Building upon the success of the 1st Gen Model 59 and 2nd Gen Model 459, the 3rd Generation series incorporated significant mechanical and ergonomic refinements, including a streamlined one-piece wrap-around grip, a bevelled magazine well, improved three-dot sighting options, and enhanced lockup tolerances. Operating on a short-recoil system w/ a double-action / single-action (DA/SA) trigger assembly, the 5904 featured ambidextrous slide-mounted safety/decocker levers and an anodized aluminum frame that offered full-size 15-round firepower while substantially reducing carry weight. Widely adopted by American law enforcement agencies throughout the late 1980s and 1990s, the S&W 5904 earned a stellar reputation for duty reliability, crisp single-action resets, and timeless steel-and-alloy aesthetics.
This specific example is an authentic 3rd Gen Smith & Wesson Model 5904 bearing serial number VCS0185. Chambered in 9x19mm Parabellum, it features a 4-inch stainless steel barrel, Novak low-mount rear sight assembly, factory ambidextrous decocker/safety levers, and a matte black finish across its blued carbon steel slide and lightweight aluminum alloy receiver. The frame and slide display crisp, deep roll-marks w/ honest edge finish wear and handling marks characteristic of a classic 3rd Gen duty pistol. Mechanically, the action hand-cycles smoothly, the DA/SA trigger breaks clean, the decocker functions properly, and the 4-inch bore remains bright w/ strong, defined rifling throughout. Complete w/ four double-stack factory magazines, this classic 5904 represents a robust, highly collectible example of Smith & Wesson's golden era of metal-framed autoloaders.
Contents:
(4) Total Double-Stack Factory 9mm Magazines ((2) Stainless Steel & (2) Blued Steel).
Return Policy:
We gladly offer a 3-day unfired inspection policy from the time that the firearm is delivered to your FFL. Refunds are available for all qualifying orders.
Shipping Details
Handgun Standard Shipping with Insurance $50.00
Long Gun Standard Shipping with Insurance $70.00
Any orders placed with magazines that are not compliant with your state, county, or city regulations will not ship with your order.
We strive to ship orders within the close of the following business day after payment and documentation is received.
Payment Details
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Please note we place a 7 business day hold on shipment, for all non-certified payments.
Payment MUST be received within 14 days.
Return Policy
We gladly offer a 3 day unfired inspection policy from the time that the firearm is delivered to your FFL. Refunds are available for all qualifying orders.
Additional Details
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Additional Information
GunbrokerLink: |
https://www.gunbroker.com/item/1202291479 |
BidPrice: |
0.51 |
AuctionEndDate: |
2026-09-20 21:00:00 |
CurrentBid: |
419 |
