Smith & Wesson · Pistol · Discontinued · 1990
| Weight (empty) | 1077 g (38.0 oz) |
| Overall Length | 216 mm (8.50") |
| Barrel Length | 127 mm (5.00") |
| Height | 149 mm (5.87") |
| Width | 38 mm (1.50") |
| Magazine Capacity | 9 rounds |
| Action Type | Short Recoil |
| Firing Mechanism | Double Action Only |
| Muzzle Velocity | 366 m/s (1201 fps) |
| Muzzle Energy | 782 J (577 ft·lbf) |
| Effective Range | 50 m (55 yd) |
| Frame Material | Stainless 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