Smith & Wesson S&W Model 645, Satin Stainless Steel 5″ SA/DA Semi-Automatic

SOLD FOR: $1,475.00

LSB#: WY240809GY006

Make: Smith & Wesson

Model: 645

Serial Number: TBR9035

Year of Manufacture: 1985-1988 (Standard Catalog of Smith & Wesson by Jim Supica & Richard Nahas)

Caliber: 45 Auto

Action Type: Traditional Double / Single Action, Semi-Automatic, Removable Magazine Fed Pistol with Decocker.

Markings: The left side of the slide is marked “SMITH & WESSON / SPRINGFIELD, MA. U.S.A.” the right has the S&W logo, the left of the frame is marked with the model and serial number. The barrel is marked “45 AUTO”.

Barrel Length: 5”

Sights / Optics: The front sight is a black blade with a white dot, which is dovetailed onto a rise in the slide. The rear sight is a square notched leaf in a “U”  sight with  white dots.

Stock Configuration & Condition: The grips are a two piece checkered black Xenoy stock; the backstrap is serrated frame; the fore strap is serrated.; there are no cracks or major damages, The stock rates in about Excellent overall condition.

Type of Finish: Satin Stainless Steel

Finish Originality: Factory Original

Bore Condition: The bore is bright and the rifling is sharp, with only faint wear. There is no erosion in the bore. 10/10 bore rating in this writer’s opinion.

Overall Condition: This handgun retains about 98% of its metal finish. The surfaces show no scuffs or areas of edge wear, The only real marks on this weapon are from function. There are two small ring marks on the front grip face; being a stainless steel pistol, most of the marks can probably be removed with some TLC. The screw heads are sharp and highly serviceable. The markings are crisp. Overall, this handgun rates in about Fine Plus to Excellent condition.

Mechanics: The action functions correctly. This pistol has a smooth double action trigger pull and just a small amount of creep, before a crisp break in single action. The slide has mild play to the frame. The ambidextrous slide safety doubles as a decocker and the item has a magazine disconnect safety. We did not fire this handgun. As with all used firearms, a thorough cleaning may be necessary to meet your maintenance standards.

Box, Paperwork & Accessories: two sets of extra grips, one  black rubber Pachmayr set in very good condition, and one wood set in excellent condition; also two extra magazines in excellent condition(3) total; a replacement recoil spring.in good condition, and a brown leather holster (OTW) marked “Don Hume/ Miami Okla/ M720 NO.34.5” still in the bag.

Our Assessment: Smith and Wesson 45 AUTO Model 645 is constructed entirely of stainless steel, a 5 in (127 mm) barrel and a single column magazine. Its safety is a slide mounted de-cock/safety, internal safeties are a magazine disconnect and firing pin block. It is available with fixed or adjustable sights.

This pistol was made sometime in the 1980’s and is still in Excellent condition. It almost looks like a 1911 but has a double and single action trigger pull. With the ambidextrous decocker safety and tight slide to frame fit, this stainless beast should be reliable and accurate for a long time to come. So bid high and bid firm. I highly encourage you to take a look at the condition in our high quality photos. Good luck on your bid. -K.F.