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For over 150 years, Smith & Wesson has been

a leader in firearms design and manufacturing.

Our skilled craftsmen have demonstrated the

ability to produce some of the finest products

in the industry. The durability, fit, finish and

function have been a standard to which all

others are judged.

Specialty Services, a business of Smith & Wesson,

now offers that same high quality manufacturing

capabilities to external customers. Our expertise in

Forging, Heat Treating, Plating and Finishing gives

us the ability to accomplish your special needs and

all under one roof. You only have to make one call

to request a quotation or to check the status of an

existing order. What could be simpler – complete,

full service under one roof, “one stop shopping”.

We also have the technical support of a Metrology

Laboratory and Metallurgical Laboratory in-house,

should more in-depth investigations be required.

If you would like more information or are interested

in having us quote a particular job, you can contact

us at 1-800-331-0853 ext. 297 or 1-413-747-3297

fax us at 1-413-747-3423 or contact one of our

Manufacturing Representatives through our web

site at: www.smith-wesson.com.

I N T R O D U C T I O N

WHAT COULD BE S IMPLER –

complete, full service under one roof,

“one stop shopping”

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For over 150 years, Smith & Wesson has been

a leader in firearms design and manufacturing.

Our skilled craftsmen have demonstrated the

ability to produce some of the finest products

in the industry. The durability, fit, finish and

function have been a standard to which all

others are judged.

Specialty Services, a business of Smith & Wesson,

now offers that same high quality manufacturing

capabilities to external customers. Our expertise in

Forging, Heat Treating, Plating and Finishing gives

us the ability to accomplish your special needs and

all under one roof. You only have to make one call

to request a quotation or to check the status of an

existing order. What could be simpler – complete,

full service under one roof, “one stop shopping”.

We also have the technical support of a Metrology

Laboratory and Metallurgical Laboratory in-house,

should more in-depth investigations be required.

If you would like more information or are interested

in having us quote a particular job, you can contact

us at 1-800-331-0852 ext. 297 or 1-413-747-3297

fax us at 1-413-747-3423 or contact one of our

Manufacturing Representatives through our web

site at: www.smith-wesson.com.

I N T R O D U C T I O N

WHAT COULD BE S IMPLER –

complete, full service under one roof,

“one stop shopping”

S P E C I A L T Y S E R V I C E S | 1

Smith & Wesson handguns are well known for

their durability and dependability. The controlled

processes required to improve and enhance

the physical properties of our components are

performed in our “state of the art” Heat Treat area.

Each process is electronically controlled to insure

your specific requirements are met. The equipment

allows a wide variety of processes to be performed

while minimizing distortion. We also offer a

variety of controlled quenching atmosphere

processes such as:

Oil

Nitrogen

Vacuum

Salt

Water

Our inspection area is able to verify hardness

requirements but our in-house, full Metallurgical

Laboratory will verify more critical perimeters,

whether it is superficial hardness testing to tensile

testing. Our staff Metallurgist can help review

your heat-treating inquires and offer solutions to

your needs.

Capabilities: Annealing, Hardening, Austempering,

Normalizing, Aging, Bright Hardening, Cryogenic

Freezing, Precipitation Hardening, Brazing, Carburizing,

Case Hardening, Bright Annealing and Stress Relieving.

H E A T T R E A T I N G

The deep, rich blue of Smith & Wesson handguns

have made our products a standard by which all

others are judged. In addition to our world-class

metal plating capabilities, we offer a variety of metal

finishing processes ranging from polishing, buffing,

and sandblasting to isotropic vibratory finishing of

a variety of base metals. We also specialize in cost

cutting measures such as polishing elimination.

Our processes are adaptable to batch, barrel or

tumbling and racking methods of component

handling. Parts up to 60 inches in length can be

processed. Specialty Services strives to maintain a

proactive stance in toxic waste reduction. We utilize

the latest waste treatment equipment and practices

to minimize our impact on the environment.

Capabilities: Black Oxide to Mil-C-13924C, AMS

2485F, Passivate for Stainless Steels to Mil-P-35,

QQ-P-35C, Electrolytic Nickel Plating to QQ-M-290A,

Electroless Nickel Plating to Mil-C-26074, AMS 2404C,

Anodizing of Aluminum to Mil-A-8625, AMS 2471C in

Black, Clear, Red, Blue and gold, Chemical Brightening,

Chromate Conversion Coatings to Mil-C-5541E,

Mil-C-E1706, Stripping and Ultrasonic Cleaning.

P L A T I N G & F I N I S H I N G

S P E C I A L T Y S E R V I C E S | 4

The fundamental strength of our handguns is

derived from the forgings used in Smith & Wesson

products. We have perfected the “state of the art”

to design and produce more near net shaped

forgings, minimizing excess material. Our skilled

die makers review each customer’s special

requirement, specifying the most effective die

layout and determining the most efficient size

and type of forging equipment to be utilized.

The die makers oversee the manufacture of the

forge, trim and coin die sets from design through

first piece acceptance. Once into production,

the dies are maintained on a routine basis.

Our process capabilities run from small parts

that weigh only a few ounces to 20 lb. parts.

Components with lengths of 15 inches are within

our scope, utilizing Drop Hammers ranging in size

from 1,500 lbs. to 5,000 lbs. A 1,500 ton Press

is used to handle Aluminum and Scandium

requirements. We have a variety of mechanical

presses for cold and hot trimming.

Small lot quantities are a specialty. Send your

requests for our review and immediate response.

Materials: Carbon Steel, Stainless Steel, Alloy

Steel, Aluminum and Scandium.

F O R G I N G

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Smith & Wesson handguns are well known for

their durability and dependability. The controlled

processes required to improve and enhance

the physical properties of our components are

performed in our “state of the art” Heat Treat area.

Each process is electronically controlled to insure

your specific requirements are met. The equipment

allows a wide variety of processes to be performed

while minimizing distortion. We also offer a

variety of controlled quenching atmosphere

processes such as:

Oil

Nitrogen

Vacuum

Salt

Water

Our inspection area is able to verify hardness

requirements but our in-house, full Metallurgical

Laboratory will verify more critical perimeters,

whether it is superficial hardness testing to tensile

testing. Our staff Metallurgist can help review

your heat-treating inquires and offer solutions to

your needs.

Capabilities: Annealing, Hardening, Austempering,

Normalizing, Aging, Bright Hardening, Cryogenic

Freezing, Precipitation Hardening, Brazing, Carburizing,

Case Hardening, Bright Annealing and Stress Relieving.

H E A T T R E A T I N G

The deep, rich blue of Smith & Wesson handguns

have made our products a standard by which all

others are judged. In addition to our world-class

metal plating capabilities, we offer a variety of metal

finishing processes ranging from polishing, buffing,

and sandblasting to isotropic vibratory finishing of

a variety of base metals. We also specialize in cost

cutting measures such as polishing elimination.

Our processes are adaptable to batch, barrel or

tumbling and racking methods of component

handling. Parts up to 60 inches in length can be

processed. Specialty Services strives to maintain a

proactive stance in toxic waste reduction. We utilize

the latest waste treatment equipment and practices

to minimize our impact on the environment.

Capabilities: Black Oxide to Mil-C-13924C, AMS

2485F, Passivate for Stainless Steels to Mil-P-35,

QQ-P-35C, Electrolytic Nickel Plating to QQ-M-290A,

Electroless Nickel Plating to Mil-C-26074, AMS 2404C,

Anodizing of Aluminum to Mil-A-8625, AMS 2471C in

Black, Clear, Red, Blue and gold, Chemical Brightening,

Chromate Conversion Coatings to Mil-C-5541E,

Mil-C-E1706, Stripping and Ultrasonic Cleaning.

P L A T I N G & F I N I S H I N G

S P E C I A L T Y S E R V I C E S | 4

The fundamental strength of our handguns is

derived from the forgings used in Smith & Wesson

products. We have perfected the “state of the art”

to design and produce more near net shaped

forgings, minimizing excess material. Our skilled

die makers review each customer’s special

requirement, specifying the most effective die

layout and determining the most efficient size

and type of forging equipment to be utilized.

The die makers oversee the manufacture of the

forge, trim and coin die sets from design through

first piece acceptance. Once into production,

the dies are maintained on a routine basis.

Our process capabilities run from small parts

that weigh only a few ounces to 20 lb. parts.

Components with lengths of 15 inches are within

our scope, utilizing Drop Hammers ranging in size

from 1,500 lbs. to 5,000 lbs. A 1,500 ton Press

is used to handle Aluminum and Scandium

requirements. We have a variety of mechanical

presses for cold and hot trimming.

Small lot quantities are a specialty. Send your

requests for our review and immediate response.

Materials: Carbon Steel, Stainless Steel, Alloy

Steel, Aluminum and Scandium.

F O R G I N G

S P E C I A L T Y S E R V I C E S | 2 S P E C I A L T Y S E R V I C E S | 3S P E C I A L T Y S E R V I C E S | 3

Smith & Wesson handguns are well known for

their durability and dependability. The controlled

processes required to improve and enhance

the physical properties of our components are

performed in our “state of the art” Heat Treat area.

Each process is electronically controlled to insure

your specific requirements are met. The equipment

allows a wide variety of processes to be performed

while minimizing distortion. We also offer a

variety of controlled quenching atmosphere

processes such as:

Oil

Nitrogen

Vacuum

Salt

Water

Our inspection area is able to verify hardness

requirements but our in-house, full Metallurgical

Laboratory will verify more critical perimeters,

whether it is superficial hardness testing to tensile

testing. Our staff Metallurgist can help review

your heat-treating inquires and offer solutions to

your needs.

Capabilities: Annealing, Hardening, Austempering,

Normalizing, Aging, Bright Hardening, Cryogenic

Freezing, Precipitation Hardening, Brazing, Carburizing,

Case Hardening, Bright Annealing and Stress Relieving.

H E A T T R E A T I N G

The deep, rich blue of Smith & Wesson handguns

have made our products a standard by which all

others are judged. In addition to our world-class

metal plating capabilities, we offer a variety of metal

finishing processes ranging from polishing, buffing,

and sandblasting to isotropic vibratory finishing of

a variety of base metals. We also specialize in cost

cutting measures such as polishing elimination.

Our processes are adaptable to batch, barrel or

tumbling and racking methods of component

handling. Parts up to 60 inches in length can be

processed. Specialty Services strives to maintain a

proactive stance in toxic waste reduction. We utilize

the latest waste treatment equipment and practices

to minimize our impact on the environment.

Capabilities: Black Oxide to Mil-C-13924C, AMS

2485F, Passivate for Stainless Steels to Mil-P-35,

QQ-P-35C, Electrolytic Nickel Plating to QQ-M-290A,

Electroless Nickel Plating to Mil-C-26074, AMS 2404C,

Anodizing of Aluminum to Mil-A-8625, AMS 2471C in

Black, Clear, Red, Blue and gold, Chemical Brightening,

Chromate Conversion Coatings to Mil-C-5541E,

Mil-C-E1706, Stripping and Ultrasonic Cleaning.

P L A T I N G & F I N I S H I N G

S P E C I A L T Y S E R V I C E S | 4

The fundamental strength of our handguns is

derived from the forgings used in Smith & Wesson

products. We have perfected the “state of the art”

to design and produce more near net shaped

forgings, minimizing excess material. Our skilled

die makers review each customer’s special

requirement, specifying the most effective die

layout and determining the most efficient size

and type of forging equipment to be utilized.

The die makers oversee the manufacture of the

forge, trim and coin die sets from design through

first piece acceptance. Once into production,

the dies are maintained on a routine basis.

Our process capabilities run from small parts

that weigh only a few ounces to 20 lb. parts.

Components with lengths of 15 inches are within

our scope, utilizing Drop Hammers ranging in size

from 1,500 lbs. to 5,000 lbs. A 1,500 ton Press

is used to handle Aluminum and Scandium

requirements. We have a variety of mechanical

presses for cold and hot trimming.

Small lot quantities are a specialty. Send your

requests for our review and immediate response.

Materials: Carbon Steel, Stainless Steel, Alloy

Steel, Aluminum and Scandium.

F O R G I N G

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SPECIALTY SERVICESY O U R T O T A L M A N U F A C T U R I N G R E S O U R C E

For over 150 years, Smith & Wesson has been

a leader in firearms design and manufacturing.

Our skilled craftsmen have demonstrated the

ability to produce some of the finest products

in the industry. The durability, fit, finish and

function have been a standard to which all

others are judged.

Specialty Services, a business of Smith & Wesson,

now offers that same high quality manufacturing

capabilities to external customers. Our expertise in

Forging, Heat Treating, Plating and Finishing gives

us the ability to accomplish your special needs and

all under one roof. You only have to make one call

to request a quotation or to check the status of an

existing order. What could be simpler – complete,

full service under one roof, “one stop shopping”.

We also have the technical support of a Metrology

Laboratory and Metallurgical Laboratory in-house,

should more in-depth investigations be required.

If you would like more information or are interested

in having us quote a particular job, you can contact

us at 1-800-331-0853 ext. 297 or 1-413-747-3297

fax us at 1-413-747-3423 or contact one of our

Manufacturing Representatives through our web

site at: www.smith-wesson.com.

I N T R O D U C T I O N

WHAT COULD BE S IMPLER –

complete, full service under one roof,

“one stop shopping”

S P E C I A L T Y S E R V I C E S | 1

SPECIALTY SERVICES

2100 R O O S E V E LT AV E N U E

P.O . B O X 2208S P R I N G F I E L D , M A 01102-2208

T E L | 413.781.8300

FA X | 413.747.3423

W W W.S M I T H-W E S S O N .C O M

A M E X : S W B

SPECIALTY

SE R VIC ES