Smith & Wesson Model 1046

Smith & Wesson · Pistol · Discontinued · 1990

Weight (empty)1077 g (38.0 oz)
Overall Length216 mm (8.50")
Barrel Length127 mm (5.00")
Height149 mm (5.87")
Width38 mm (1.50")
Magazine Capacity9 rounds
Action TypeShort Recoil
Firing MechanismDouble Action Only
Muzzle Velocity366 m/s (1201 fps)
Muzzle Energy782 J (577 ft·lbf)
Effective Range50 m (55 yd)
Frame MaterialStainless Steel

Primary Caliber: 10mm Auto

The Smith & Wesson Model 1046 is a full-size, double-action-only variant of the Model 1006, featuring a consistent long trigger pull for every shot and representing the ultimate simplification of the third-generation 10mm platform. Introduced in 1990, the DAO trigger system eliminates the single-action mode entirely, providing the same trigger pull weight and travel distance for the first shot and all subsequent shots, addressing concerns from some law enforcement agencies about officers acciden...

Country of Origin: United States