S&W 1076 Serial Number Question
Is there somewhere I can look to find more info on a S&W 1076 that I just purchased? Is there a serial number database out there? I plan on contacting S&W to do a history check on it, but I am just curious now. Its a really neat piece and VERY clean, but I know no history.
Where and what "upgrades" are available?
Also, does anyone have good, bad, or indifferent experiences with them?
Thanks in advance,
Jerry
Q: Why did you shoot him 16 times?
A: I didn't see the need to reload!
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Where and what "upgrades" are available?
Also, does anyone have good, bad, or indifferent experiences with them?
Thanks in advance,
Jerry
Q: Why did you shoot him 16 times?
A: I didn't see the need to reload!
Hard Fun!
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bambihunter will be able to answer all of your questions. I have some information for you. There was a recall on all S&W decocker hand guns. If the work has been done you will find 3 small dots on the left hand side of the hand gun. If you see a warning that the hand gun can be fired with the magazine out, you have the FBI version of the 1076. Welcome to GB [8D]
Greg
Former Marine
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I don't have any specifics on the serial numbers but here's some of the other info you requested:
The S&W 1076 and 1026 with the frame-mounted decocker doesn't have any major source for grips like all the other S&W 10mm's other than the factory grips with different angles in the back (straight, semi-curved, and rounded) - they all run about $30 and are still available from S&W since they are the same grips used in some of the .45 caliber series. The reason for lack of custom grips is the area directly above the decocker lever must be strong and rigid as to not contact the decocker, yet it has to be very thin to allow for correct ergonomics. I have seen wooden grips, but most of the reports I've seen is that they don't last long since they are so thin in that area. Ivory would be ideal for this but I think would be ugly on a stainless S&W auto...
You can buy aftermarket nite sights for them as well as sending it in to S&W and getting the very nice S&W Novak night sights installed.
Lasers can also be had for these guns, but they mount underneath and I think are an eyesore.
In all honesty, if you want a 10mm gun you can modify and tweak 'til your hearts content then get a Glock 20 or 29. There's just about anything you'd want/need available for them. The S&W 10xx series is a heavy, strong 10mm pistol that's pretty much built right to start with and can easily take the strongest 10mm loads (which incidentally are from doubletapammo.com if you haven't tried them you must do so - they make the 10mm sing!)
One last thing, I forgot to mention... If your gun has the words "capable of being fired with the magazine removed" immediately in front of the ejection port and can fire without a magazine then it is the so-called "FBI variant". It doesn't mean your particular gun was used by the FBI if you have that particular model as all forms of law enforcement ordered that type. Anyway, that particular variant commands a slight premium over the standard version and is a little more desireable to knowledgeable S&W 10mm collectors. Depending on the condition and extras that variant will often bring between $50 and $100 extra.
Here's the recall info to look for:
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Thanks for the fast replies!!
I checked and found the dimples under the decocker, as well as the on the grip. So it would appear that the recalls have been done. It does not have anything stamped regarding firing without the mag, but it DOES fire without the mag. There are no LE markings of any kind. The serial number is THB92xx. Any idea the production date?
Are/is a heavier/lighter spring set needed or recommended?
Thanks again for your help.
Q: Why did you shoot him 16 times?
A: I didn't see the need to reload!
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Standard Catalog of S&W gives the date as 1991.[:)]
When a worm wants to relax,does he go fishing?
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Someone probably removed the safety, it's easy to do. There's just a small part you remove. You get to it by sliding off the rear sight and remove it (pic below). Anyway, a user-made variant like that doesn't increase the value.
About the spring, unless you are feeding it a steady diet of hot 10mm loads like the DoubleTapammo.com stuff I was telling you about, the factory springs are just fine. If you start shooting hot stuff intermittently it will still be fine, just not if that's all you feed it. I think on the DoubleTapAmmo's website they have springs too and it seems like they also sell 'em for the S&W 10mm's.0 -
I have to tell you all, THANKS FOR THE INFO! I really appreciate it a LOT. I did call Double Tap and talk to Mike there. A really nice and informative person to talk to. He gave me some great advice on ammo for my use and springs to go with it.
I am truly impressed with the amount of information that you all are ready to give at a moments notice. THANKS AGAIN!
Q: Why did you shoot him 16 times?
A: I didn't see the need to reload!
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I'm just glad you chose what I think is the best auto pistol cartridge available - the 10mm. If you ever have any more questions about the S&W 10mm's (or any other 10mm for that matter) let us, or me, know...
Over half of my current gun collection consists of 10mm's, so that should tell ya something of how I feel about 'em. [:)]
Mike McNett at DoubleTapAmmo is a class act and his ammo lives up to its claims. The only time I've ever chrono'ed it the ammo actually exceeded its claims...0 -
I agree with Mike/Bambihunter, The 10mm is the way to go. Do not over look the EAA Witness. I am sure that the 10mm will over shadow all other rounds produced today. My 2 cents [8D]
Greg
Former Marine
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Funny you should mention the Witness in 10mm. My brother is trying to get me to trade him my 1076 for his NIB Witness P Carry Polymer frame, or at least he wants me to buy it from him. He finally found and ordered 2 of them. One he carries and one he still has in the box.
The 10mm now indeed has a new fan, ME!!
I may have to buy the Witness, because I don't want to sell or get rid of the 1076.
Buy the way, there is no way to "recharge" the night site is there? I just have to buy new ones?
Best Regards!!
Q: Why did you shoot him 16 times?
A: I didn't see the need to reload!
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Nope, the radioactive tritium isotope just dims over time. Most sights get between 8 and 15 years and if those are factory S&W sights on the 1076 then they should be pretty dim by now (mine are on my 1076) since they are at least 11 years old. If memory serves (and it rarely seems to anymore), the night sights from S&W are around $95-100 for these 10xx guns. If it were me I'd keep 'em original as it keeps the resale value high and I personally think they are rather nice sights for factory...
I wouldn't trade off your 1076, not for any Witness. Ironically, I traded my extra 1076 to Greg (poster gap1916) and some cash for his NIB compact 10mm in wonder finish. I wouldn't have gotten rid of my only 1076, but I had bought another 1076 but this one had all the extras (box, papers, etc. and even had factory night sights, though dim) so I had an extra. It worked out real well and we're both happy with the trade I think even though I haven't shot the Witness yet.0
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