Description
The Smith & Wesson Model 4006 Performance Center Prototype isn’t just another tuned pistol—it’s a living artifact from the golden era of competitive shooting. Built for IPSC and USPSA matches, this .40 S&W sidearm combines precision engineering, thoughtful modification, and a personal connection to one of the sport’s icons—Judy Woolley of Team Smith & Wesson.
This isn’t theory—it’s heritage. The pistol features a 5-inch Bar-Sto match barrel and a Schuemann hybrid compensator, perfectly balancing recoil control and shot recovery. The original factory stainless finish, a blend of brushed and matte textures, remains remarkably clean and striking even today. The ambidextrous safety was professionally removed and replaced with a cylindrical plug for faster slide manipulation—a clear nod to performance-driven practicality.
Performance Center refinements abound: a squared trigger guard, extended beavertail, and hand-checkering on both the front and backstraps make this pistol as comfortable as it is capable. The action is tuned for single-action-only precision, delivering the kind of crisp break and short reset that competitive shooters demand.
Mounted on a B-Square side rail, the included Tasco Propoint red dot remains fully functional—one of the definitive optics of its time. The pistol also comes with two original magazines featuring CP Bullets bumpers, as well as a factory letter dated February 1992 verifying every custom detail. Even better? It includes Judy Woolley’s signed Team Smith & Wesson card, tying this firearm directly to her competitive legacy.
For collectors of Performance Center prototypes or anyone passionate about the intersection of craftsmanship and competition, this Model 4006 stands out as an authentic, documented, and meaningful piece of Smith & Wesson history. Not just a gun—but a story in stainless steel.
