SW40VE
This morning I rode out to gun show at the Armory to browse around and - well - ended up buying my first gun. I’ve been considering doing this for quite sometime now, and if I want a career as a FLEO I need to be proficient as a marksman. Until my trip to Rocky Mount with Tom - I never really realized I’d be worth a damn with any sorta firearm but - things went well with rifles so I got myself a pistol to see how that goes. Now I just need to find somewhere (a range really) to practice with it…
.40 Caliber Smith & Wesson Semi-Automatic Pistol - two c lips, case and a case of rounds ended up costing me over 100 dollars less than retail including tax. I feel bad for buying it now but - I usually feel bad for buying anything for myself even though I consider this an investment in my future. (Irony ehh - a gun is an investment in ones future?? 
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{If anyones into this kinda thing - please lemme know. I’d like to talk to you directly}
September 19th, 2004 at 10:12 pm
Whoa! You know, I was watching Third Watch a couple nights ago. Do be careful, future policeman Matt (I know, that kinda goes without saying). That’s some scary stuff, especially now that those fire arms laws are lapsing. There are some crazy people out there, I’m glad that you are working on being proficent in protecting yourself. I hope you are able to find a range near by to practice.
September 30th, 2004 at 7:32 pm
you do know that the only people that the brady bill affected was those who followed the law in the first place and well depending on the state you are a legal resident of; some of those laws are still in effect.
January 7th, 2005 at 10:59 pm
I’m looking to buy my first hand gun and I was looking at this model.
I was wondering what you think about this gun. I would be greatful
for your input
thanks,
Alex
March 28th, 2005 at 5:08 pm
I just bought one,I will let you know shortly!
July 17th, 2005 at 2:39 am
I own too many fire arms and I am looking to buy more never had a s&w but .40 is an excelent choice for most any aplication any firearm ? let me know
September 19th, 2005 at 1:19 pm
I have owned a sigma .40 for over a year. I have close to a thousand rounds through it and not one problem. the most common complaint you will hear is that the trigger pull is quite long. I have shot a few glocks and a beretta and some tauras’, though the glock did have a shorter trigger pull i still like my sigma more. Just wish I had night sights. (mainly so i can say i have them). Good good gun and I would recommend it to anyone. later.
September 23rd, 2005 at 11:49 pm
I just bought this same gun not to long ago. Last night was the first time I was able to find a place to shoot her and then I had to run because California makes it hard for all us responsable gun owners to go out to a open field and practice with our firearms. California dont want you to wake up if at some point there is money in it for them.
Anyways…
I put just 10 rounds through it and useing 180 grain bullets. It felt great. I was shocked at how little the recoile was. I later learned that the .40 is like a 10mm gun. with it’s good balance, contured grip, and smooth recoil. This is a gun you are going to want to take care of. And with regular cleaning, It will out live you.
September 24th, 2005 at 5:24 am
I just bought the SW40VE last week end at a gun show here in Tucson. They wanted $309 cash price. I put it on my card and after tax and everything it was $345 and with it I got 2 $30 high cap magazines. I like the gun so far, I put 100 rounds through it the other day. But for the price of ammo I would go with a 9mm. You can go to Wal Mart and get 100 9mm rounds for about $7-10 but for 100 .40 rounds it is $16. The one thing I don’t like about this gun is that it is double action on every shot. Which means that you are squeezing hard on every shot. I have a Ruger 9mm and I like it a bit more because it is heavier and the trigger pull after the first shot is lighter. The Ruger is my first purchased handgun and I reccomend it more for a first gun than I do the S&W.
September 30th, 2005 at 8:56 pm
Thanks for all the feedback everyone - the general feel is that I made a good purchase
Keep it up!
November 8th, 2005 at 9:31 pm
I am somewhat of a gun entheusiast and spend a lot of time, reading, and testing guns. I went to the gun show the other day and bought a SW40VE, haven’t got the chance to get to a range yet but everything I know about the gun is good. Just a few complaints about the gun, it is hard to get a laser mount not very many out there even thought this model is just about the same as a GLOCK 23 (hence the reason SW was sued over it). But my biggest problem is the 14lb. trigger pull I am a much bigger fan of a 4.5 lb pull so i have already made the order to Wolff for a new spring that will bring the pull down to about 7.5. Other than those two minor things i haven’t heard or seen anything bad about this gun, and for the price it is a real good deal.
November 16th, 2005 at 5:55 pm
You made a good buy, but if you want the best handgun out there, then go with HK. These run about 800.00, but they are the ultimate in firearms. Theres the USP, USP Compact, P2000 (The latest handgun by HK), and the Mark 23 (used by the Navy SEAL’s and it’s $2,000.00) The HK USP is legendary but you probably don’t need one unless you’re with the government, but the HK USP Compact is great. Comes in all calibers but you only get 8 rounds in .45 cal– .40 cal is the best way to go with the USP Compact (12 rounds). And if you want the lastest HK then the P2000 is what it is. Not availible in .45 cal yet, but it is in .40 and 9mm. It is basically replacing the USP Compact NOT the USP. The P2000 is the hottest hand gun out there and the HK Mark 23 is the best handgun out there.
November 22nd, 2005 at 2:08 pm
I have had a SW40Ve for about a year, and I have not had one problem. Yes the trigger pull is a little much for my taste, but when the time comes to shoot, you won’t notice it. I have put about 400 rounds through it, no jams. I did purchse a rubber grip for it though, way more comfortable. My only complaint is that there is no external safety lock . Great gun.
November 24th, 2005 at 11:39 am
I agree Mike - it is a great gun. I’ve put nowhere near 400 rounds thru but no jams thus far. I also noticed the safety issue and I’ve asked around about it to no avail. Why would companies put pistols out w/o safeties? I’m still a gun geek wanna-be so am I missing another safety on the gun?
And where did you purchase the rubber grip? I have noticed the rough grip after a little shooting.
Thanks
May 20th, 2006 at 12:27 am
Retired after 44 years in law enforcement & carried & fired any number of handguns over the years. I find this to be one of the best around, particularly if one takes price into consideration.
Dave Wolfe
May 20th, 2006 at 7:11 pm
Thanks Officer Wolfe
June 25th, 2006 at 12:38 pm
the sw .40ve is a badass gun i dropped two rattlesnakes and had an alligator stunned when it felt that .40 cal gr8 gun
June 25th, 2006 at 12:46 pm
not to mention the trip to tennessee i put three bears on their ass using 2 clips with hollows thats power
June 29th, 2006 at 11:28 am
I bought one of these about 3 months ago and have put over 3k rounds through it. i go twice a week and shoot about 300-400 rds. only 1 misfire {due to bullet} but no jams, very accurate. only thing i dont like is the hard trigger. but after someone said you can get a weaker spring, 7.5 i believe, ima have to get that. for some reason tho mine came with 14rd mags.
July 24th, 2006 at 3:15 pm
Were did you find the rubber grip, and the 7.5 spring?
August 5th, 2006 at 6:03 pm
I am trying to see the results of the Wolff Trigger spring. I just bought one, and for the price, if it is bad, no big loss. I was wondering if anyone can let me know how the new spring faired. Mail me if you already bought one.
Also if anyone knows how to replace the spring.
Thanks
TIM
warriorsn@yahoo.com
October 1st, 2006 at 6:39 pm
I just got the same pistol. The reason for not having a safety is because it has a long hard trigger pull. It also has no exposed hammer. The reasons for all these features is that it is made for carrying concealed, say in a pocket. You don’t want a light trigger or a exposed hammer to get caught on something in your pocket and accidentally misfiring. It would take an awful lot to accidentally pull a 14lb trigger. And with no safety to fiddle with, all you do is retrieve from poclet and pull the trigger if the situation arises.
October 14th, 2006 at 1:17 am
I am in the coast guard and our duty guns are sig p229r dak. i own a sw40ve. i would pick the smith over the sig any day of the week. i have just over 1,000 rnds threw it and no misfires. i did have a coworker i tried to coach limpwrist it and it failed to eject. Also there is a “safety feature” the firing pin is not connected until you pull trigger so the only way it will fire is when you pull the trigger. The sig we carry is the same way and uncle sam has done many tests to see how safe it would be. come to think of it when we carried berretas we carried them with one in the tube and safety off as well.
October 30th, 2006 at 8:24 pm
I just bought my SW40VE and I have to say I love it. I was a little worried about the no saftey but once I pulled the trigger I realized that it was not necessary. I’ve purchased night sights for it too and looke forward to the install. In my opinion as a Marine there isn’t a better quality gun for the price. I wouldn’t pay more than $350.00
November 25th, 2006 at 10:45 pm
I purcased my SW40VE in 2003, I’ve not put many rounds through it and recently noticed that the trigger is somehow binding. I think it must be the composite material of the trigger rubbing on the frame. This makes for a jerky trigger pull and a less accurate grouping. I aggree with Sgt. USMC that the 14lB triger pull is a good thing, but whatever the trigger pull it should be smooth. Haa anyone found a simialr problem ? and is there aq fix ?
January 20th, 2007 at 3:55 am
“I’ve not put many rounds through it and recently noticed that the trigger is somehow binding.”
S&W has the best warranty around. Give them a call and they will send you a prepaid shipping label to send it in for service. Unless you did something terribly obvious to damage the gun, it will not cost anything and turn around time is quick. The SW40VE is a fantastic pistol all around and you just can’t beat the price. Personally, I prefer a DAO pistol with no external safety or hammer so this weapon completely fits my needs. My wife is 106lbs and barely notices any recoil from it with 180gr HPs.
February 13th, 2007 at 5:50 pm
I have owned an SW40ve for about 3 months and have only fired 50 rds through it. Anyway, my reason for posting is actually in regards to trigger bind. I have read somewhere that brass cartridges will cause trigger binding if you are not cleaning the gun well. The slide action shaves small pieces of the brass from the casings off and those shavings jam up the slide and trigger actions. The remedy to this is to use stainless steel cased ammo… or clean the gun more frequently… Hope this helps.
Thanks,
Les
February 20th, 2007 at 8:39 pm
After about 400 rounds the trigger will smooth out considerably. Dry firing will also help smooth it out if you can’t get to the range.
April 29th, 2007 at 4:16 pm
I bought the SW40VE 3 months ago. Bought it because I wanted a .40 cal semi auto. I wanted it to be relatively inexpensive (so that ruled out HK and Sig). So I checked out the glock .40 caliber, the ruger p series and this one. The 40VE had the best feel to it in my hand. I bought it without much research so I didn’t know about the heavy trigger. I’ve put about 500 rounds through it, and it does seem that the trigger has smoothed out pretty well. And, truthfully the trigger does not bother me all that much. I put a hogue wrap around rubber sleeve on it and it feels even better. I don’t think I will need have the trigger pull reduced, but then again others might want that done. If you are thinking about purchasing one I recommend that you fire a rental first to see if the trigger is too much for you. It’s not anywhere near as bad as people say it is, I think. It is also fairly accurate for defensive purposes as long as you don’t let the hard trigger pull get you to pull or push your shots off center. In my opinion it is an excellent gun for the price that has gotten a somewhat bad rap from people who don’t own one and tell stories about “one their friend has…”
May 14th, 2007 at 9:16 pm
Thanks for the info.I just came across a pic of this sw40ve not to long ago and kinda like it.Saw it on riverview sales web site for $319.00
June 4th, 2007 at 5:19 pm
I am an Army Infantry Officer with a great deal of close combat experience. I have fired just about every small arms weapon the Infantry has. I have owned a SW40VE for the past year and have to say that it is my favorite pistol. The handle is designed with a 18 degree angle so as soon as you raise the weapon your point of aim is straight. The trigger squeeze is hard and that is a good thing. My wife has a hard time with the trigger after about 5-7 rounds and her finger tires out but she is a small women. I don’t notice it when I shoot and if you have any forearm and grip strength you won’t either.
June 14th, 2007 at 12:27 am
I bought this gun after looking up various websites and opinions from others.
I am not a gun expert, have owned two .357’s, only shot them each a couple of dozen of tmes. The recoil was intense! The power was obvious, but I did not feel comfortable with onlyl 6 rounds and not sure if what I was aiming at would be hit to be honest.
I owned an old Ruger P95 years earlier, and the recoil was so much less, and the gun was more enjoyable shooting.
I fish and hike here in AZ, and their are black bears around, I was once stalked and charged at night..a fake bluff by one one night when it was around midnight and no one around to help me. I had my.357 in my hand, could not see the bear because it was pitch black, but I knew what it was and I was scared to say the least, but also felt somewhat safe with the power in my hands…just did not know if I could hit it before it got to me if it had decided to actually attack me. That, and only having 6 rounds was a bit disconcerning to me.
So, after some research I came across this SW 40VE. Not the same power as a .357, but I have 14 rounds, and being a semi-auto, could land 4 or 5 shots more easily than one or two from the .357. If given the choice of just one .357 shot landed compared to three .40’s, or two .357’s landed compared to 6 .40’s, I will take the .40’s anytime!!!
Anyway, have shot my new Sigma only a few dozen times, recoil is not bad, trigger pull is long and hard, as all have mentioned, but it is not that big a deal to me.
I like the added power of my .40 over that of a 9mm, and while it does not have the power of a .357, it has more than enough power for personal defense, and enough power to drop/stop a mountian lion or black bear. Those are my only real threats here in AZ, humans, mountain lions and black bears.
Of course, if I lived in Alaska or somewhere else where Grizzlies or Polar Bears roamed, my gun would be of little use, but I don’t, so this gun for the money, is the best gun in the world IMO for my needs.
June 29th, 2007 at 3:23 pm
I LOVE MINE!!!
August 12th, 2007 at 5:28 pm
I LOVE MINE TOO!!!!!!!!
August 13th, 2007 at 12:30 pm
criminals can get guns too.
August 13th, 2007 at 9:49 pm
Recently purchased the 40VE and made the mistake of not dry firing it first. The gun broker I purchased it from was so relieved someone bought it would not consider taking it back on a trade for a decent pistol. Since the pistols has been back in the shop because the action hung up. Even though Smith stands behind their products I think there should have been a notices put out to new customers about the 14 lb trigger pull. This is certainly not the hand gun for me and if anyone is interested in purchasing it, the gun has never been fired and I do not plan to. I am willing to make someone a good deal.
September 5th, 2007 at 9:21 pm
I just bought a SW40VE and after firing a few shots through it, I am very pleased with my purchase. I did some research before buying and found that (Gun Test ) highly recomends it. The long trigger pull seems to me more noticable when dry firing than actual shooting. In short I bought mine at Acadamy Outdoor Sports for $299 with plastic case and (2) 14 round clips. Everyone else was from $350-$439. I also love the balance and the way it feels in hand.
September 17th, 2007 at 10:12 pm
I have had my SW40VE for a little over a year and have put over 1000 rounds thru it with no jams or misfires, the trigger pull is of no bother to me and the gun is very accurate, I would not recomend changing the spring for a lighter trigger pull, if that is what your after then a gun that fires DA the 1st shot and then SA there after, remember this gun is made foe conceal carry and with .40 cal you will stop an attacker with 1 or 2 shots no problem, this gun was not made to put a few hundred rounds down range, like I said before it is made for CC, I have never had a problem with the trigger bind or hangup and if you do get a jam it is most likely from limp wristing the weapon, in the hand it feels great with the 18 degree angle unlike a Glock whick feels like your holding a 2X4 in your hand, the gun is such a great self defense weapon that Glock sued Smith & Wesson over it and they settled out of court, in fact you can interchange the barrel from a Glock right to the SW40VE and visa versa, if a tactial weapon is what you are looking for then S&W has come out with M&P version for the military and the police, like Jambox5000 said it only got a bad rap from people who do not own one or people who spent 2 or 3 times as much on the Glock and are upset that the SW40VE feels better in the hand and shoots better with the 18 degree angle, if you can point you can hit a target with this gun, and remember to practice shooting with 1 hand at close targets since that is more real world then holding the gun gun with 2 hands and taking you time to line up the sights with a target at 50 to 100 ft away, this goes for any gun that is going to be used for self defense, if someone breaks into your home and you have to resort to your handgun to protect yourself and your family the intruder at most will be anywhere from 20ft to up in your face, so when at the range have your target nice and close and pay no attention to the idiot next to you taking long range shots and laughing at you, chances are he will get his gun stripped away and even turned on him.
September 25th, 2007 at 1:48 pm
A company in Arizona (LaserLyte) that specializes in Laser Sights for firearms makes a wonderful rail adapter for the sigma http://shop.laserlyte.com/searchquick-submit.sc It’s normally $10 but on sales for 1/2 price right now but with S&H stills gets you back to $10. It’s definitely worth it, I love the laser sights!!! This is by far my favorite gun!!! I will never have to buy another firearm…
cool
October 13th, 2007 at 11:45 pm
I just bought mine sw40ve. Its my first gun and I am really lookin forward to firing it. But I am a little confused, if it is a 40 caliber gun can I fire 9 mm rounds from it. The store I bought this gun from sold me 9mm shells for this gun. Please advise.
October 19th, 2007 at 8:10 pm
i just bought the same gun( well actually put it on layaway until i decided for sure) its my first gun as well. now granted the one i found is used but still is in perfect condition, it was $160.00, now i really know how good of a deal i got when i saw them on the smith and wesson site for $442, and every other retail location online for about $350. i hope we both enjoy our new investments
November 28th, 2007 at 12:57 pm
No,
You can not put 9mm shels in a .40 cal weapon. A .40 cal is just a little larger than a 10mm
round is.
You must use .40S&W ammo. many companies make bullets in this size and you can find these at your local department store.
I have the Sigma SW40VE and this gun is extremely accurate! if you can get comfortable with this badboy (mainly trigger squeeze and travel) you can really put it to use.
When i first purchased the sigma i used a brand of shells i never tried before called
“Blazer Brass”. These were recommended for being a standard shell at a low price.
I got to the range with my new gun and fired off my very first round and hung up on a shell that would not eject from the chamber (very dissapointed to say the least). This happened 4-5 times out of a 50 rnd box.
I took the gun back that day to the seller who then i made test 6-clips that fired flawless.
He then threw in a clip of “Brass Blazers” and she jammed right up. since then i’ve used only American eagle brand or better and have never since through 500 rounds had any problems or jams. My sister is about 5′ tall 100lbs and she can peg the bulls eye about 3-times per clip at 25 feet. she can only get through about 3-clips considering the heavy trigger. My brother in-law is about 6′ feet, 180lbs and he cannot hit the target at 25′.
This is because he anticipates the gun fire from the long trigger travel and ends up pulling the trigger (losing aim) thus making for no accuracy.
For the record, I’d rather shoot a bear with one round of a .40 cal than one of a .357 mag
if you look into it, the .357 is only .002″ larger than a 9mm round. thats nearly the same exact size as as the 9mm! The .40 cal is just larger than a 10mm.
The .357 mag has more recoil often because of the amount of gun powder in the casing.
the velocity of a .357 is on average 200fps faster than the .40 but the .40 hits with more lbs of force. to any dummy this equals more knock down power.
9mm and .357 mags are well known for their over penetration and small wound holes left,
unless using an expanding tip or hollow points you don’t get much real “knock down” power.
December 20th, 2007 at 9:29 am
On the subject of blazer brass, I bought my Sigma yesterday and they asked me which ammo I wanted. I had a choice of monarch, blazer, and remington. I chose the monarch, and when the guy was walking me to the front cashier to check-out he told me that a customer came in with a bullet jammed in his barrel, and it was the blazer. Apparently one of the bullets in the box he bought was too big. So be careful when firing blazers!
February 1st, 2008 at 7:51 am
I got super lucky with the deal I got on my Sigma 40 VE W/2 14 Rnd clips, I paid only 100$ with the purchase of a S&W 460, which is a sledge hammer of a gun. (It’s A snub nose bear gun). My Sigma shot flawlessly and put beatiful little holes on the target every time. Has a comfortable feel and great action. I’m concidering adding the tactical attachments for added fun value. I certainly recommend it and remember that a weapon without a trigger finger can’t harm anything.
Iz
February 20th, 2008 at 1:12 am
I’ve owened my SW40 going on one year. After looking at a number of guns I bought this one for the price and caliber. I have shot over 500 rounds and it still feels like it new. I’m very lucky to live in California and live 15 min. from one of the best outdoor gunrange in the United States. I was able to pop off 8 rounds of my buddies Glock 23 then after 8 rounds with my SW40. The trigger of the SW40 felt much stiffer then the Glock 23. If looking for A gun I would recommend the SW40 just for the price. I never had the SW40 ever jam and you will never notice a hard trigger pull like some people are suggesting. I own several hand guns and this is one of my favorites
Mike
Temecula California
February 20th, 2008 at 3:36 pm
Really like my SW9VE. However, when I first took it to the range I had many jams using Blazer ammo. Switched to some better ammo and have had no problems.
February 20th, 2008 at 10:43 pm
Is there an online website where you can find a Rubber Grip for the SW40VE?
March 24th, 2008 at 7:24 pm
I’ve been reading reviews and write ups about the sw40ve. Just now getting ready to purchase and was curious about if anyone would like to sell theirs?
Thanks
Ronjon
Ronnyonthespot@hotmail.com
March 26th, 2008 at 7:42 am
I just bought my sw40ve about 2 weeks ago. I’ve fired 300 rounds through it already. I’ve had no problems and the trigger pull poses no inconvenience for me whatsoever.I do have one quarrel. When carrying concealed. I dont feel safe having a round chambered because there is no visual trigger or a way to decock. What is the likelihood of the weapon actually firing without the trigger being pulled?
March 27th, 2008 at 11:13 pm
I just bought mine and love it. I have found out if you pull out the trigger housing and pull it apart, you can get rid of the gritty feel with some emery cloth. Also you can remove the outside spring on the housing to reduce the trigger pull. This does not give it a major reduction, but the accuracy is better because you have less of a habit to mash the trigger
March 27th, 2008 at 11:14 pm
As for the rubber grip, try MidwayUSA.com, its the large Hogue universal sleeve
April 1st, 2008 at 5:40 pm
I have one and love it. Many say it is not a good pistol. Yet those that say it have not owned one or used one for the most part.
The SW40VE is an upgrade of the original SIGMA so the Sw40VE IS NOT a SIGMA. It is a much better machine. Still it has all the advantages of the Glock including the action for which S&W paid Glock for a patent use.
The ergonomics are superior and one cannot fault the firepower or accuracy. The trigger is intentionally heavy to discourage/preven unauthorized use by most children. The pistol is perfectly safe to carry fully loaded as long as you do your part and keep your finger off the trigger until ready to shoot.
Many Police Agencies have carried this pistol successfully for years. I am a retired Deputy Sheriff and know weapons as I was a foirmer Firearms Instructor for a Police Academy.
The US Army just bought 73,000 of them for the Afghan National Police and Border Patrol.
If they work that good in that hostile environment you should not have a worry in the world.
So buy one and enjoy the ride..it’s a sweet machine and very reasonably priced.
April 9th, 2008 at 9:28 am
Quote from Mike:
For the record, I’d rather shoot a bear with one round of a .40 cal than one of a .357 mag
if you look into it, the .357 is only .002″ larger than a 9mm round. thats nearly the same exact size as as the 9mm! The .40 cal is just larger than a 10mm.
The .357 mag has more recoil often because of the amount of gun powder in the casing.
the velocity of a .357 is on average 200fps faster than the .40 but the .40 hits with more lbs of force. to any dummy this equals more knock down power.
9mm and .357 mags are well known for their over penetration and small wound holes left,
unless using an expanding tip or hollow points you don’t get much real “knock down” power.
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Knock-down power is a myth. The amount of ‘knockdown’ force a bullet has on someone is the same as the recoil you felt in the gun. People do not get knocked down by bullets, they can fall because they are dead or badly damaged, or just plain frightened. Yes peole get blown 10 feet back in the movies, but its physically impossible in the real world - even something as grusome as a .50 cal sniper rifle can’t physically knock somebody down, maybe a small child however that is still impossible as there wouldn’t much anything left.
Comparing a .357 to a 9mm is only true in the width of a slug, a .357 is a little more powerfull than a .40 and .45ACP, it has more penetration which is better for a bear, and creates more hydrostatic shock on the body. If you can hit the bear with a 357mag it is better than one .40 cal to the same spot. That being said, I’d still rather have the .40 in a bear attack simply because a bear would scare the hell out of me and i’d probably miss with a 6 shot 357 that has a relatively harsh recoil.
April 16th, 2008 at 10:59 pm
How do you break the sw40vedown to clean?
April 25th, 2008 at 11:54 pm
i love the sw 40ve and i love it but the trigger pull was a little hard but after you get used to shooting the pistol alot you wont notice how hard the trigger pull is i love my pistol i carry it with me in my vehicle and for my personal defense
April 26th, 2008 at 4:22 pm
joseph go to youtube.com type in sw40ve video and search for this little youngster on there and he got his daddy sw40ve and shows excellent gun safety and shows u how to break it down with no problem u will find it very helpful do anyone know where i can find a holster and a laser for cheap and
May 22nd, 2008 at 12:12 am
I am about to buy the SW40VE, but I have handled one before. I can say that the safety is not needed because of the lengthy, and heavy, trigger pull. This makes the gun safe enough, and possibly safer (for someone who doesn’t use the gun much, it it simpler to put into action - possibly saving your life).
Pick it up, rack the slide, and go !
Simplicity is safe.
July 22nd, 2008 at 3:12 pm
I’ve just purchased my SW40VE yesterday and haven’t had the chance to shoot it yet. But I was wondering why S&W had a auto so cheap, so I got online to a search & here I am. I really do believe I made a good choice in the Firearm base off you guys posts, and I think i’ll get used to the hard trigger as I noticed last night when I “Dry Fired” it…..Thanks you guys for making me feel better
July 26th, 2008 at 12:59 am
I have been shooting for many (30+) yrs,and I am also a veteran. That being said, I carry everyday, and the SW40VE, is my personal fav. Putting it into comparisons to battlefield rifles, It has the reliability of an ak-47, but the precision of the m-16. With this weapon, you get the best of both worlds, and its given to you at a reasonable cost. I have also read much on the heavy trigger pull. This weapon, is a conceled cary weapon, it will be used, in low light, HIGH STRESS situations, where your adrenaline is maxed out. Under these conditions, you DO NOT want a light trigger pull. NO ONE wants an accidental discharge of a weapon, and with a lighter pull, thats what you are setting your self up for. Remember, this weapon was NOT designed as a range target shooter, it is, and always has been, a combat pistol.
August 5th, 2008 at 6:24 pm
Came across this page quite by accident.
I also own a SW40VE. Raised in a shooting family, and this is the third firearm I have exclusively owned as an adult.
Something I’m seeing in the comments here is all the people complaining about Blazer ammo. Something that seems to be hinted at is that a lot of you bought the Sigma and immediately took it out to fire.
This is never a good policy with ANY firearm.
Take your gun out of the box and clean it. Oil it. THEN fire it. Most guns, if fired out of the box, will have probable jams and such. Don’t take my word for it - call a local gunsmith and ask. ALWAYS clean and oil the gun before the first time you fire it, and after firing it every time thereafter.
I have now put well over a thousand rounds through my Sigma, and it is a NICE gun. I like it muchly.
My usual brand of ammo is Winchester, which is not cheap, and when I saw Blazer ammo for 1/3 less than my usual, I figured I’d give it a whack. I’d say about 40% of the rounds I’ve put through the Sigma has been Blazer, and I’ve had zero jams, zero misfires. The ONLY noticeable differences are as follows:
- Although the Blazer says 180 gr, some of the loads (maybe 1 out of 20) feel like they’re considerably heavier than that. I have not weighed the bullets, though. Just my suspicion, and it doesn’t really matter all THAT much.
- Blazer ammo after a day at the range (I usually go through 100-200 rounds per outing) leaves the Sigma SIGNIFICANTLY filthier afterward. Winchester ammo leaves SOME residue. Blazer requires you to scrub the hell out of the barrel after.
So: if you want to save money AND you clean your gun well like a responsible gun owner should, there’s nothing wrong with the Blazer rounds.
As for the gun itself, you do get used to the trigger pull. But it takes some practice.
August 29th, 2008 at 2:00 pm
JUST WANNA SAY THANKS TO EVERYONE FOR POSTING. THIS SHORT ENTRY HAS GIVEN MY SITE ITS 15 MINUTES OF GOOGLE FAME ;). I STILL OWN THE GUN TODAY BUT DON’T SHOOT IT AS OFTEN AS I SHOULD. LETS KEEP THE DISCUSSION GOING. THANKS AGAIN!
December 7th, 2008 at 10:35 pm
people keep saying that the .40 S&W is a little bigger then the 10mm which is incorrect, they are the same diameter In the aftermath of the 1986 FBI Miami shootout the FBI started the process of upgrading their service arms to a weapon of much greater power than their collection of 9×19mm Parabellum automatics and .38 Special revolvers. This search led them to the 10 mm Auto that had been developed in the early 1980s for the famed Bren Ten, but by this point in time the company had already gone out of business. The FBI then contracted Smith & Wesson to develop a new automatic for the 10 mm Auto, creating the Smith & Wesson 1076.
After testing the new weapon, the FBI found that the recoil was too powerful to control easily, and the large rounds made the gun difficult to hold for smaller men and women. The FBI asked for several changes to the 10 mm Auto, using a reduced-charge version often referred to as the “FBI load” or “10mm lite.” The case capacity of the 10 mm Auto was more than required for this “10 mm lite” load, so Smith & Wesson then redesigned the cartridge to make it shorter while maintaining the performance of the FBI loading. They also decided to use a small pistol primer, rather than the large primer used for the 10 mm Auto. With the .40 S&W being shorter than the 10 mm Auto and approximately the same overall length as the 9×19mm Parabellum cartridge, many existing 9 mm pistols could be easily adapted by their respective manufacturers to fire the new cartridge