Smith & Wesson Model 1006

Smith & Wesson Model 1006
Smith & Wesson 1006
Type	Semi-automatic handgun
Place of origin	United States
Production history
Manufacturer	Smith & Wesson
Produced	1990-1995
Variants	1046, 1026, 1066, 1076 (FBI model) and 1086
Specifications
Barrel length	5 in (127.0 mm)
Cartridge	10mm Auto
Action	Recoil operated DA/SA
Feed system	9-round single stack magazine

The Smith & Wesson Model 1006 is a recoil operated double-action/single-action semi-automatic handgun chambered in the powerful 10mm Auto cartridge manufactured by Smith & Wesson.

Design

It is constructed entirely of stainless steel, a 5 in (127 mm) barrel and a 9 round single column magazine. Its safety is a slide mounted de-cock/safety, internal safeties are a magazine disconnect and firing pin block. It is available with fixed or adjustable sights.^[1]

The model 1006 was the first in the S&W 1000 series of third generation semi-automatic handguns. Variations include the models 1046, 1026, 1066, 1076 (FBI model) and 1086. The 1000 series were some of the most robust, sturdy 10 mm handguns ever built, easily handling the power of this potent cartridge.

Other third generation S&W auto series include the 5906, 4006 and 4506.

Users

The Model 1076 is most commonly known as the "FBI Pistol" because the Bureau ordered 10,000 Model 1076 pistols for its agents in the aftermath of the 1986 FBI Miami shootout. However, problems developed and the FBI received only 2,400 pistols before the contract was cancelled.^[2] In 1990 the Virginia State Police contracted with S&W for 2200 Model 1026 pistols, and by July 1990 they had received the entire order. The Model 1026 was identical to the FBI's Model 1076 but with a 5 inch barrel instead of a 4.25 inch barrel.The Virginia State Police also experienced issues with the pistol and the reduced power load recommended by the FBI. In 1994 based on continuing problems with the 1026, the Virginia State Police traded them in for the SIG Sauer P228 pistol in 9mm.

Total Production Numbers

According to Smith and Wesson, a total of 50,796 10mm Auto pistols were produced.^[3]

Model	Total Produced
1006	26,978
1026	3,135
1046	151
1066	5,067
1076	13,805
1086	1,660

References

1. Supica, Jim; Nahas, Richard (2007). Standard Catalog of Smith & Wesson. Iola, Wisconsin: F+W Media, Inc. pp. 297–299. ISBN 0-89689-293-X.
2. James, Frank (15 December 2004). Effective Handgun Defense: A Comprehensive Guide to Concealed Carry. Iola, Wisconsin: Krause Publications. pp. 59–60. ISBN 0-87349-899-2.
3. "Smith and Wesson 10mm Letter". Retrieved December 29, 2015.