Smith & Wesson M&P 40c First Generation .40 S&W Compact, 3.5" Barrel, Black Melonite, No Thumb Safety, 10+1, 2 Mags
This first-generation Smith & Wesson M&P 40c is a compact, striker-fired .40 S&W with a 3.5" barrel and the black Melonite-treated stainless slide and barrel that defined the early M&P lineup. It is notable for having no external thumb safety, a sear deactivation lever that enables takedown without pressing the trigger, and a factory case label matching SKU 109003. The M&P family was included on the DEA's 2009 authorized purchase list, underscoring the platform's professional adoption.
Condition
Overall Condition: Excellent condition, showing only faint signs of any prior use or handling.
Bore Overall Condition: Excellent - Clean, mirror finish, no signs of wear.
Bore Rifling: Excellent Rifling - Sharp lands and grooves.
Specific Condition Notes: This pistol shows minimal evidence of prior use or handling.
What's Included
- Smith & Wesson blue factory hard case
- Smith & Wesson M&P Pistols Safety & Instruction Manual
- Interchangeable M&P palm-swell backstraps (spares)
- Two 10-round steel M&P40c magazines (mix of finger-rest and flush baseplates)
The M&P 40c first generation pairs a stainless steel slide and barrel with a black Melonite finish, offering a durable, corrosion-resistant surface. Rear fish-scale serrations provide a positive grasp for slide manipulation. With an overall length of 6.7 inches and an approximate weight of 21.7 oz, it delivers a compact footprint suited to the .40 S&W chambering.
Its striker-fired action uses a hinged trigger safety and incorporates a sear deactivation lever, allowing takedown without pressing the trigger. This example is configured with no external thumb safety. The left-side magazine release and interchangeable palm-swell backstraps support user fit and control. Stated capacity is 10+1.
Sights are steel, low-profile, and dovetailed, with a 3-dot white arrangement: a white-dot front and a low-profile 2-dot rear. A Picatinny-style accessory rail is integrated for mounting compatible lights or lasers.
Designated as SKU 109003 and made in the USA, this M&P 40c aligns with early production features of the series. The included factory case label matches the pistol's SKU, and the model family’s appearance on the DEA's 2009 authorized purchase list provides additional context to the platform’s professional use history.