Description
This Smith & Wesson Prototype 4006 Custom from the Smith & Wesson Performance Center, identified by the serial number XPX0013, is a highly modified 9mm pistol with an extended 5” barrel and a bright, excellent bore. This particular firearm holds historical significance as it was the first received by Judy Woolley from the Smith & Wesson Performance Center. It played a crucial role in her victory at the 1991 Steel Challenge, marking her second win in that event.
This Smith & Wesson Prototype 4006 Custom underwent significant modifications, showcasing the craftsmanship of the Performance Center. The slide was lightened, with open sights removed and lightening cuts made. The ambidextrous hammer drop safety was replaced with a frame-mounted manual safety. Additional enhancements include a lightweight slide stop, extended magazine release, and expertly hand-checkered front and back straps. The front of the trigger guard was modified into a square profile, also featuring neat checkering. A generous beavertail at the rear and a wide-flared magazine well were added for hand protection and efficient magazine changes during competition.
Transformed into a single-action-only configuration, this Smith & Wesson Prototype 4006 Custom features a short spur hammer and a crisp, clean trigger pull of approximately 2 pounds. The left side of the frame boasts an aluminum optics mount, firmly fixed and screwed to the Tasco Propoint mounted atop the gun. While the Propoint shows some marks from the previous mounting, it functions properly. Three magazines with CP Bullets bumpers accompany the gun, along with a copy of Woolley’s Team Smith & Wesson card featuring the same gun with a slightly different optics mount. The included factory letter, dating the shipment to March 1991, details the Performance Center modifications.
This Smith & Wesson Prototype 4006 Custom played a pivotal role in Judy Woolley’s competitive achievements, including her win at the Bianchi Cup and the Masters International in 1991. Collectors seeking firearms with provenance and a connection to competitive shooting history may find this package exceptionally appealing.
