My question isn't directly related to this thread, but since it is the most active thread on this firearm I might as well give it a shot. I have an old style Model 39 that I received as a gift many many years ago. Parts for the slide are hard to come by for the 39 these days, but not so for the 39-2. I was wondering if anyone knew if the slide for the original model 39 and the 39-2 were interchangeable.
Also Tony, I saw a box for sale on gunbroker.com just yesterday.
Smith&Wesson S&W Model 39/59 Factory Pistol Box : Other Pistol Accessories & Parts at GunBroker.com