Very nice

The 908 is one of those value series of pistols S&W ran during the 3rd gen production. I believe it's based on the 3913, but has the plastic parts and the squared off slide for lower production costs and a lower retail price.

They are very reliable pistols.

 

Very nice

The 908 is one of those value series of pistols S&W ran during the 3rd gen production. I believe it's based on the 3913, but has the plastic parts and the squared off slide for lower production costs and a lower retail price.

They are very reliable pistols.

I recall the 3913 vs 908 talks and I think I heard that most of the internals were the same, but the 908 had plastic sights that were a different cut and the slide had less detail put into it.

Makes me think of the Kahr PM9 vs CM9 series.

I haven't had a chance to get to the range with it yet, so I've yet to build a better opinion on what it is capable of. I'd like to grab some night sights for it if it functions well.

Mainly, I was hoping I didn't buy a turd. I'm completely new and ignorant to the S&W 3rd gen pistols.

 

Similar to the S&W Model 3954. Single stack 9mm.

Aluminum frame, steel slide, plastic sights, different slide release.

Rougher finish than the M3954.

Very reliable. Very accurate.

A nice pistol.

 

Mainly, I was hoping I didn't buy a turd. I'm completely new and ignorant to the S&W 3rd gen pistols.

Not at all. I'm not a 3rd gen expert by any means, but I never heard anything bad about the value line (908, 910, 915, etc). They just have less machine work and some plastic parts, such as the sights and guide rod. It also doesn't have the ambi decocker that some of the others do. If you're a righty, that's probably a bonus anyway.

You got a good pistol.

Congrats!

 

Not at all. I'm not a 3rd gen expert by any means, but I never heard anything bad about the value line (908, 910, 915, etc). They just have less machine work and some plastic parts, such as the sights and guide rod. It also doesn't have the ambi decocker that some of the others do. If you're a righty, that's probably a bonus anyway.

You got a good pistol.

Congrats!

Well, then I shall see how she handles at the range and consider it a good buy. I'm not on here as much as I used to be, but I know you know your stuff from all the posts I've read thru, so I'll keep an open mind to any future 3rd gen S&W's I come across as well.

Thanks!

 

Well, then I shall see how she handles at the range and consider it a good buy. I'm not on here as much as I used to be, but I know you know your stuff from all the posts I've read thru, so I'll keep an open mind to any future 3rd gen S&W's I come across as well.

Thanks!

The 3rd gen Smiths can get real addictive.

 

Mainly, I was hoping I didn't buy a turd. I'm completely new and ignorant to the S&W 3rd gen pistols.

You got a good gun. The 908 is the "value series" version of the 3914. The main differences between the 908 and the 3914 are some plastic parts, less machining and no ambidextrous safety. The plastic parts include the recoil spring guide and sights. and can be upgraded if you want although not necessary. Both the slide and frame are a little blockier due to less machining. Here are comparison pictures of a 908 and 3913 slide. The 3913 is the stainless version of the 3913.

The 908 frame also lacks serrations in the front and back of the grip handle.

My 908 has been flawless, enough so that it occasionally sees carry duty. It has a lighter and smoother trigger than my 3904. In all fairness it may just be broken in better though. In short, a very fine pistol.

 

Congrats! You have got a good little pistol there.

The 3rd gen Smiths can get real addictive.

Yes they can. I still "need" a few more.

 

I agree it is a good pistol. If there was rust on the springs I might consider replacing the springs especially if there was an issue with them or I was going to carry the pistol.

http://www.gunsprings.com/Semi-Auto Pistols/SMITH & WESSON/NUMBERED SERIES/cID1/mID58/dID261#889

 

Not at all. I'm not a 3rd gen expert by any means, but I never heard anything bad about the value line (908, 910, 915, etc). They just have less machine work and some plastic parts, such as the sights and guide rod. It also doesn't have the ambi decocker that some of the others do. If you're a righty, that's probably a bonus anyway.

You got a good pistol.

Congrats!

Bac and I went back and forth about the 915, but he is correct about everything on the 908. While it has less machining, lacks the extra barrel lug, and has plastic internals, it will still serve you very well. Even with the value series you cannot go wrong; the old S&W autos were (and are) one hell of a pistol.

 

I ordered one of the last brand new 908's Buds Gun Shop offered before running out of stock. This gun is very smooth and accurate and is part of my carry lineup. Never fails to go bang and is an excellent carry gun. It has more holster wear now than the pic shows but it just gets better with age. Yes, you got a good one.

 

I bought my 908 from a family member, he had shot it very little..
Love the 908. I put Hogue wrap around grip's on it. I called S&W and during my discussion with them, I was told that a stainless guide rod was available, they sent me one at no cost..That was many moons ago...

 

great find, the 908 is one of the jewels of the later 3rd gen guns. Shoot and enjoy it, should last a long time for you!

Posted from my car phone.

 

put 50 rounds through mine yesterday to have it on record if i decided to carry it as a duty weapon. hard to find a duty holster for, though, most manufacturers don't support the third gen smith series anymore.