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The grip angle is the same since the SD pistols use the same magazines as the Sigma pistols (though with different magazine bottom plates). The trigger guard is larger, and the SD line has industry-standard accessory rails rather than a proprietary rail. In December 2023, Smith & Wesson released the SD9 2.0.
The first two digits reflect the caliber (9, 40, or 45). The 915 and 910 are both based on the Smith & Wesson 5904 - the numeral 9 stands for "9mm" (the caliber), and the following digits 15 and 10 for the magazine capacity, respectively. [1] Like the Model 5904, both the 915 and 910 utilized a carbon steel slide and an aluminum alloy frame.
The 6900-series is a third-generation version of Smith & Wesson's 69 series, which were compact 9mm pistols with double-column magazines. The 69-series pistols were designed to be small enough for easy concealed carry, but possessed considerable firepower, making them suitable as service weapons.
The company was founded by Guy Hogue in 1968, after he started making pistol grips that would properly fit his hand. [5] As a member of the Los Angeles Police Department, [3] Hogue also started making grips for fellow officers. His grips became so popular that he retired from his job in law enforcement to focus on his own business. [5] [3]
The 5906 is a full-sized, double/single-action (DA/SA), staggered-column magazine, 9×19mm pistol. Its construction is all stainless steel. The 5906 is equipped with a magazine disconnect feature which is designed to deactivate the trigger if the magazine is not fully inserted. The pistol comes standard with either a 10- or 15-round magazine.
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The grips on the pistol can be changed, and multiple after-market options are available. The Model 686 has an adjustable rear sight, and until 1992, the 152 and 211 mm (6 and 8.325 in) versions had the option of an adjustable front sight. They had Goncalo alves hardwood grips until 1994, when the grip was replaced by a rubber Hogue grip. [1]
Smith & Wesson Model 4516: Compact version with a 3 3 ⁄ 4" barrel on a smaller frame accepting 7 round single column magazines. [2] Smith & Wesson Model 4546: Double-action-only version of the 4506 with a rounded, stubby hammer. Only produced in 1992. [3] Smith & Wesson Model 4563: Midsize version with a 4 1 ⁄ 4" barrel on a full-size alloy ...