Description
Item Description
Bryant Ridge Co. is pleased to present this semi-automatic pistol today for a penny-start auction, this is the Smith & Wesson M&P40.
SPECIFICATIONS:
Manufacturer: Smith & Wesson
Model: M&P 40
Serial: MPA4717
Model: M&P 40
Serial: MPA4717
Caliber: .40 S&W
Finish: Black
Barrel Length: 4.25"
Optics/Sights: Fixed Front Post with Fixed U-Notch Rear
Stock/Grips: Textured Black Synthetic Grips with Smith & Wesson Logos
Action: Semi-Automatic
Markings: Standard
Bryant Ridge's Analysis:
The Smith & Wesson M&P40 is a modern polymer-framed striker-fired semi-automatic pistol that became one of the flagship law enforcement and defensive handguns of the late 2000s and 2010s, combining rugged reliability, ergonomic design, and the power of the .40 S&W cartridge into a versatile duty-grade sidearm. Manufactured by Smith & Wesson as part of the Military & Police (M&P) series introduced in 2005, the M&P40 was designed to compete directly with established striker-fired service pistols such as the Glock 22 and Springfield XD while reestablishing Smith & Wesson as a dominant force in the law-enforcement handgun market. Chambered in .40 Smith & Wesson, the pistol was particularly popular during the height of the .40 caliber era, when many police departments favored the cartridge for its balance between magazine capacity and perceived stopping power. One of the defining characteristics of the M&P40 is its lightweight reinforced polymer frame paired with a stainless steel chassis system embedded inside the frame to increase rigidity and durability under heavy use. The pistol features a striker-fired operating system with a consistent trigger pull from shot to shot, low bore axis for improved recoil control, and interchangeable backstraps that allow shooters to customize grip size for different hand shapes. Most standard full-size M&P40 pistols include a 4.25-inch barrel, steel slide with durable Melonite finish, ambidextrous controls on many models, accessory rail for weapon-mounted lights or lasers, and magazine capacities typically ranging from 13 to 15 rounds depending on configuration and local restrictions. Mechanically, the pistol uses a short-recoil locked-breech system and became known for dependable reliability under demanding duty conditions.
Finish: Black
Barrel Length: 4.25"
Optics/Sights: Fixed Front Post with Fixed U-Notch Rear
Stock/Grips: Textured Black Synthetic Grips with Smith & Wesson Logos
Action: Semi-Automatic
Markings: Standard
Bryant Ridge's Analysis:
The Smith & Wesson M&P40 is a modern polymer-framed striker-fired semi-automatic pistol that became one of the flagship law enforcement and defensive handguns of the late 2000s and 2010s, combining rugged reliability, ergonomic design, and the power of the .40 S&W cartridge into a versatile duty-grade sidearm. Manufactured by Smith & Wesson as part of the Military & Police (M&P) series introduced in 2005, the M&P40 was designed to compete directly with established striker-fired service pistols such as the Glock 22 and Springfield XD while reestablishing Smith & Wesson as a dominant force in the law-enforcement handgun market. Chambered in .40 Smith & Wesson, the pistol was particularly popular during the height of the .40 caliber era, when many police departments favored the cartridge for its balance between magazine capacity and perceived stopping power. One of the defining characteristics of the M&P40 is its lightweight reinforced polymer frame paired with a stainless steel chassis system embedded inside the frame to increase rigidity and durability under heavy use. The pistol features a striker-fired operating system with a consistent trigger pull from shot to shot, low bore axis for improved recoil control, and interchangeable backstraps that allow shooters to customize grip size for different hand shapes. Most standard full-size M&P40 pistols include a 4.25-inch barrel, steel slide with durable Melonite finish, ambidextrous controls on many models, accessory rail for weapon-mounted lights or lasers, and magazine capacities typically ranging from 13 to 15 rounds depending on configuration and local restrictions. Mechanically, the pistol uses a short-recoil locked-breech system and became known for dependable reliability under demanding duty conditions.
In practical use, the Smith & Wesson M&P40 gained widespread adoption among law enforcement agencies because of its comfortable ergonomics, solid reliability record, and ability to tame the sharper recoil impulse associated with the .40 S&W cartridge. Shooters often praised the pistol’s natural grip angle, aggressive texturing, and controllable recoil characteristics compared to other polymer .40-caliber pistols of the era. The pistol also earned a strong reputation in civilian defensive shooting and competition circles, particularly after later trigger improvements and aftermarket enhancements became widely available. Although many agencies eventually transitioned back to 9mm handguns because of advances in ammunition performance and reduced recoil, the M&P40 remained respected as a durable and capable duty weapon. The M&P series as a whole also marked a major turning point for Smith & Wesson, helping the company successfully modernize its handgun lineup for the striker-fired era. Today, the Smith & Wesson M&P40 is regarded as one of the most successful American-made polymer duty pistols of its generation, appreciated for its law-enforcement pedigree, ergonomic design, dependable performance, and role in the widespread adoption of modern striker-fired defensive handguns.
Contents:
Contents:
This example will ship with the factory-labeled Smith & Wesson case and all other contents pictured above.
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.
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
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Payment Details
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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/1178646764 |
BidPrice: |
0.01 |
AuctionEndDate: |
2026-06-07 21:00:00 |
CurrentBid: |
6.25 |
