Smith & Wesson Model 547

About the Smith & Wesson Model 547

The Smith & Wesson Model 547 is a subcompact semi-automatic pistol chambered in 9x19mm Parabellum, introduced by Smith & Wesson in 1980. The pistol features a steel frame, providing a durable platform designed for years of reliable service in both duty and civilian applications. With a magazine capacity of 6 rounds, this pistol offers ample firepower for defensive applications. The traditional DA/SA trigger system offers a heavier first pull for safety followed by a lighter single-action pull for subsequent shots, a design philosophy favored by many law enforcement agencies during the era. With a 4.0-inch barrel, this pistol balances concealability with ballistic performance, providing near-optimal velocity and a practical sight radius for accurate shot placement. Weighing 900g (31.7 oz) empty, this pistol provides enough mass to dampen felt recoil while remaining practical for holster carry and extended range sessions. Smith & Wesson's semi-automatic pistol designs draw on over 170 years of firearms manufacturing expertise, combining proven engineering principles with modern materials and manufacturing techniques to deliver reliable, accurate handguns trusted by military, law enforcement, and civilian shooters worldwide.

Smith & Wesson has been manufacturing firearms in Springfield, Massachusetts since 1852, making them one of the oldest and most respected names in the American firearms industry, with their revolvers and pistols serving in virtually every major conflict and law enforcement agency worldwide.

Smith & Wesson Model 547 specifications

One of the rarest S&W revolvers. The innovative extractor system allowed 9mm use without moon clips, but production ended after only 5 years due to limited demand.