Smith & Wesson SD40 .40 S&W Compact, 4 in Barrel, Melonite Stainless Slide, Aftermarket Fiber-Optic Sights, 14+1, First-Gen SD (2010–2012)
This first-generation Smith & Wesson SD40 stands out for its Melonite-treated stainless slide and barrel, compact .40 S&W format, and dovetail-mounted aftermarket fiber-optic sights. Built in the United States circa 2010–2012, it precedes the SD VE line and features the SDT trigger system, a Picatinny accessory rail with two cross-slots, and a 14+1 capacity with one factory 14-round magazine included.
Condition
Overall Condition: Good condition, showing some signs of prior use and handling.
Bore Condition: Excellent - Clean, mirror finish, no signs of wear.
Bore Rifling: Excellent Rifling - Sharp lands and grooves.
Specific Condition Notes: Minor blemishes and handling marks from prior use are present.
What’s Included
- Smith & Wesson SD40 pistol with installed fiber-optic 3-dot sights (green front, dual red rear)
- One factory S&W 14-round stainless steel magazine with polymer floorplate
The SD40 is a compact, striker-fired, short-recoil, semi-automatic pistol chambered in .40 S&W. This example is from the first-generation SD series produced circa 2010–2012 in the United States, preceding the SD VE line. It carries a 4 in stainless barrel and a 14+1 capacity.
Its slide and barrel are stainless steel treated with a black Melonite finish. The slide has rear cocking serrations and no front serrations. The black polymer frame integrates a Picatinny accessory rail with two cross-slots. Catalog dimensions list an overall length of 7.2 in, width of 1.29 in, height of 5.5 in, and weight of 22.7 oz.
Aftermarket fiber-optic 3-dot sights are installed, with a green front blade and dual red rear blades. The sights are dovetail-mounted, and the manufacturer is not marked.
The SDT self-defense trigger uses a pivoting shoe and is listed at 8.0 for trigger weight. Safety features include an internal striker block and a trigger safety. The slide is marked "Capable of firing with magazine removed," indicating no magazine disconnect.
One factory Smith & Wesson 14-round stainless magazine with witness holes and a polymer floorplate is included.