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 SW40VE.
SPECIFICATIONS:
Manufacturer: Smith & Wesson
Model: SW40VE
Serial: DFW7791
Caliber: 40 Smith & Wesson
Finish: Stainless
Barrel Length: 4"
Optics/Sights: 3-White Dot Sights
Stock/Grips: Checkered Synthetic Smith & Wesson Grips
Action: Semi-Automatic
Markings: Standard
Bryant Ridge's Analysis:
The Smith & Wesson SW40VE is a compact, striker-fired semi-automatic pistol produced by Smith & Wesson as part of the Sigma series, developed as an affordable defensive handgun offering .40 S&W firepower in a simple, polymer-framed design intended for civilian, law-enforcement, and security use. Introduced in the late 1990s and refined over time, the SW40VE represents one of Smith & Wesson’s early efforts to compete directly in the emerging market of polymer striker-fired pistols, alongside other designs of the era. Chambered in .40 S&W, the pistol uses a short-recoil, locked-breech operating system paired with a striker-fired mechanism that provides a consistent double-action-only trigger pull on every shot. The trigger system is notably long and heavy compared to modern striker-fired designs, a deliberate safety choice of the Sigma platform that also reflects its earlier-generation engineering. The pistol is built with a textured polymer frame and a stainless steel slide, offering reasonable durability while keeping manufacturing costs low and weight manageable for carry or duty use.
Model: SW40VE
Serial: DFW7791
Caliber: 40 Smith & Wesson
Finish: Stainless
Barrel Length: 4"
Optics/Sights: 3-White Dot Sights
Stock/Grips: Checkered Synthetic Smith & Wesson Grips
Action: Semi-Automatic
Markings: Standard
Bryant Ridge's Analysis:
The Smith & Wesson SW40VE is a compact, striker-fired semi-automatic pistol produced by Smith & Wesson as part of the Sigma series, developed as an affordable defensive handgun offering .40 S&W firepower in a simple, polymer-framed design intended for civilian, law-enforcement, and security use. Introduced in the late 1990s and refined over time, the SW40VE represents one of Smith & Wesson’s early efforts to compete directly in the emerging market of polymer striker-fired pistols, alongside other designs of the era. Chambered in .40 S&W, the pistol uses a short-recoil, locked-breech operating system paired with a striker-fired mechanism that provides a consistent double-action-only trigger pull on every shot. The trigger system is notably long and heavy compared to modern striker-fired designs, a deliberate safety choice of the Sigma platform that also reflects its earlier-generation engineering. The pistol is built with a textured polymer frame and a stainless steel slide, offering reasonable durability while keeping manufacturing costs low and weight manageable for carry or duty use.
Standard magazine capacity is typically 10 to 14 rounds depending on jurisdiction and magazine design, with double-stack magazines providing solid firepower for its compact size. The SW40VE features fixed three-dot sights, a simple internal design with minimal external controls, and an integrated accessory rail on later variants for mounting lights or lasers. Its grip angle and ergonomics are functional but more utilitarian compared to Smith & Wesson’s later M&P series, which eventually replaced the Sigma line as the company’s flagship striker-fired platform. In practical use, the SW40VE is often described as a rugged, no-frills defensive pistol that prioritizes simplicity and affordability over refinement, with .40 S&W recoil being more pronounced due to the lightweight polymer frame and relatively basic recoil management system. While it does not offer the ergonomic polish or trigger refinement of newer designs, it has earned a reputation for durability and straightforward operation when properly maintained. Today, the Smith & Wesson SW40VE is viewed as a transitional model in the evolution of modern striker-fired pistols, representing an early step in the shift toward polymer-framed service handguns and remaining a commonly encountered budget defensive firearm.
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 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/1172131018 |
BidPrice: |
0.01 |
AuctionEndDate: |
2026-05-10 21:00:00 |
CurrentBid: |
115 |
SoldOutTime: |
2026-05-10 17:07:56 |
