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Smith & Wesson
Model SW990L
Smith & Wesson Pistol SW990L .40 S&W Variant-1
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Gun Dimensions Width:No Data
Length:6.6-in Height:No Data
Barrel:3.5-in Weight:22.5-oz
Variant 1 of 2
Gun Rankings
  • Power Factor (180 grain bullet)174060
  • Recoil Factor (180 grain bullet)9.45 ft-lb
  • Total Capacity9 rounds
  • ConcealabilityGood
  • Defense Factor79%
Gun Specifications
Type:Pistol
Produced:2005 - 2006
Caliber:.40 S&W
Action:recoil operated semi-automatic
Trigger:double-action only (DAO)
Safety:no manual safety
Magazine:8-round
Frame:black polymer
Grip:integrated polymer
Sights:white dot front, adj. 2-white-dot rear
Notes:stainless steel barrel and slide
Manufacturer
Smith & Wesson
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Gun Value
MSRP:$729.00Used Est:$515.00
Last Update:1/27/2023
About the Gun

The SW99 rendition of the popular Walther P99 is a joint collaboration between Smith & Wesson and Walther. The modified receiver used in the SW99 is supplied by Walther and is manufactured in Germany. Smith & Wesson manufactures the slide and barrel of the SW99 in the United States. Though there are slight variations in aesthetic design, the function of the SW99 is identical to its German-made counterpart. Features interchangeable backstraps.

Cartridge Specifications
Cartridge: .40 Smith & Wesson
Alias: N/A
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Ballistics for This Gun
Selected Bullet Mass:180 grains
MV:967 ft/sec ME:374 ft-lbs
About the Cartridge

This cartridge was developed as a joint venture between Winchester and Smith & Wesson. It was an effort to to create a cartridge with the same power as the 10mm Norma round that the FBI had just started using, but in a shorter case. The shorter cartridge would facilitate accuracy and allow use of a smaller, more comfortable grip frame. The .40 S&W has become the cartridge of choice for many law enforcement agencies in the United States.

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