Smith & Wesson CS40 Chiefs Special .40 S&W Compact DA/SA, Matte Stainless Slide, 3.25 in Barrel, 7+1
The Smith & Wesson CS40 Chiefs Special is a Third-Generation, metal-frame subcompact in .40 S&W with a short production run, making it less common than its CS9 and CS45 counterparts. It combines a matte stainless slide with a light-colored aluminum alloy frame, a 3.25 in barrel, and DA/SA operation with a slide-mounted safety/decocker. Fixed low-mount 3-dot sights, a bobbed hammer, and a wraparound textured grip round out a compact package built in the USA.
Condition
Overall Condition: Very good condition, showing only light, superficial signs of prior handling or use.
Bore Overall Condition: Excellent - Clean, mirror finish, no signs of wear.
Bore Rifling: Excellent Rifling - Sharp lands and grooves.
Specific Condition Notes: Light, superficial handling marks are present, with minor scratches and small blemishes on surfaces. The bore has a bright, reflective appearance.
What’s Included
- 1x Smith & Wesson factory 7-round single-stack steel magazine with finger-rest floorplate (body stamped '.40' with S&W monogram)
- Uncle Mike's nylon holster with retention strap
Introduced circa 1999, the CS40 represents Smith & Wesson's Third-Generation subcompact approach in a .40 S&W single-stack format. The model saw a relatively short production run and is less common than the CS9 and CS45, which adds interest for buyers who track S&W's metal-frame lineage.
Its construction pairs a matte stainless slide with a matte, light-colored aluminum alloy frame for a sturdy yet compact carry profile. The pistol uses a DA/SA action with a slide-mounted safety/decocker and an exposed, bobbed hammer.
Sight regulation is handled by fixed, low-mount 3-dot sights (one-dot front, two-dot rear) for a clean, snag-resistant profile. A one-piece wraparound textured synthetic grip with S&W medallions provides secure purchase on the compact frame.
Chambered in .40 S&W, the CS40 uses a single-stack 7-round magazine for a 7+1 capacity. Notable factory markings include 'Chiefs Special' with S&W crest on the left slide, 'SMITH & WESSON SPRINGFIELD, MA U.S.A.' on the right slide, 'MOD CS40' on the frame, and '.40 S&W' on the barrel hood.