Smith & Wesson S&W 945-1 Railed Performance Center (Like Colt 1911), Sharp Matte Black 5” SA Semi-Automatic Pistol, 5 Magazines & Hard Case
Sold For: $3,105.00
LSB#: 160928LC01
Make: Smith & Wesson
Model: 945-1 Performance Center
Serial Number: PCZ0418
Year of Manufacture: These pistols began shipment in the metal carry case starting in 1999, continuing until 2005. (Standard Catalog of Smith & Wesson Page 364)
Caliber: .45 ACP
Action Type: Single Action, Semi-Automatic, Removable Magazine Fed Pistol
Markings: The left side of the slide is marked “SMITH & WESSON / SPRINGFIELD, MA U.S.A.”, the barrel is marked “.45 ACP / PERFORMANCE”. The left side of the frame is marked with the serial number, the right has the PC logo and “945-1”. The rear sight has Novak’s markings. The included Haliburton metal hard case has the Performance Center logo, the magazines have factory markings and are marked from 2 to 8 on the witness holes.
Barrel Length: 5”, Performance Center Match Grade
Sights / Optics: The front sight is a green night element, in a black blade which is dovetailed onto the slide, the rear sight is a square notched base with two white dots, dovetailed onto the slide.
Stock Configuration & Condition: The grips are green and black laminate wood panels with checkering and wonderful grain, please see our pictures. The stocks are free from notable damages. The grips rate in about Excellent Plus overall condition.
Type of Finish: Matte Black
Finish Originality: Factory Original
Bore Condition: The bore is bright but for a small amount of persistent lead fowling which should clean out to produce bright surfaces and the rifling is sharp. There is no erosion in the bore.
Overall Condition: This handgun retains about 99% of its metal finish. The handgun looks to have been used infrequently with proper care in the interim , there are only light scuffs present, looking to be from storage. The screw heads are sharp. The markings are crisp. Overall, this handgun rates in about Excellent Plus condition.
Mechanics: The action functions correctly. The adjustable skeletonized trigger breaks at about 4lbs 8oz, perfect for combat or personal defense, the slide is absolutely solid to the frame with no play, the pistol has an underside accessory rail for lights or lasers (not included), the grip safety is beavertail in profile, the hammer skeletonized, the thumb safety is ambidextrous, the slide release is serrated and easy to reach, the fore and back straps of the grip frame have 30 LPI checkering and the magazine well is beveled. We did not fire this handgun. As with all used firearms, a thorough cleaning may be necessary to meet your maintenance requirements.
Box, Paperwork & Accessories: Included is a metal Haliburton hard case with the Performance Center logo on the lid, the inside has egg crate foam, the case has two locks with combination codes that can be set by the user. Also included are 5 factory 8-round magazines, an owner’s manual and registration card, all items are in Excellent condition; the base plates of the magazines have silver pen writing as photographed.
Our Assessment: Any pistol that we’ve seen come through that has been worked on by S&W’s Performance Center is simply breath taking. We have seen a lot of their revolvers come through but this is a real treat. The pistol has a host of features that would cost thousands of dollars if done by an independent gunsmith and the fit and finish could not be better; based on Browning’s world famous 1911 design, Smith & Wesson threw in a few of their own tell-tale profile tweaks and the outcome is great. The pistol looks to have seen minimal use and should make for a great home defense or duty carry auto. Included are 5 magazines, a Haliburton case and other goodies, making this a great opportunity for those who missed the initial release of this item. Chambered in .45 ACP, ammunition is plentiful, reliable and without a double one of the best defense cartridges on the planet. Please see our pictures and good luck.
