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07-26-2017, 05:16 PM
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when was my model 39-2 made
I picked up a model 39-2 today at the pawn shop. it is in about 95% or better shape just a few marks on the frame and a few on the grips. What i'm wondering was when was it made. the Ser Number is A2325xx.Thank you for any help . papabyrd
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07-26-2017, 05:25 PM
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Looks to be a late 1973 production gun. Enjoy!
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07-26-2017, 05:27 PM
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Early 1974 seems quite likely, according to the fantastic Standard Catalog of Smith & Wesson, 4th Edition by good guys Jim Supica & Richard Nahas (AND with genuine help from many great folks right here in this forum!)
Definitely get a copy of this fantastic book.
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07-26-2017, 05:33 PM
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That 39-2
A wonderful acquisition. Enjoy!
Later.
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07-26-2017, 05:43 PM
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Thanks Guys y'all never let me down .
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07-26-2017, 06:47 PM
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Looks to be in decent shape. My first pistol bought in 74 and cost was $125 back then. Hope ya got a good deal and thanks for sharing.
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07-28-2017, 10:42 AM
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I think I got a good deal it was $400.00 out the door. the 39 is like new with 2 extra mags.
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07-28-2017, 03:52 PM
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Man, in 1974, $125 was a lot of money.
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07-31-2017, 01:55 PM
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Recently purchased a Model 59 I would like to know the date of manufacture. Serial no. A344733, I was told it has not been fired and in new condition w/box w/matching serial no. What is the value of this model It is black w/black grips.
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07-31-2017, 02:54 PM
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Recently purchased a Model 59 I would like to know the date of manufacture. Serial no. A344733
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Looking at this thread, 1976 - The first "wondernine": the S&W Model 59
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07-31-2017, 05:20 PM
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Value of a NIB/mint/unfired Model 59 with all original everything (and keep in mind that this is my opinion, not fact) would be amongst the lower end of most known 1st, 2nd and 3rd Gen models. I say this simply due the very high production of the model, the fairly low "demand" of the 59 and as it's relative status as a collectible pistol.
I would guess absolute top market for a true 100% Model 59 to be around $750-$800, and even then this would need to be offered by a known source of top-grade collectible guns.
I believe a solid rule of thumb would be to take another known and similar gun and use it to compare -- a Model 39-2 is the likely model and that pistol is somewhat more loved and desired as a collectible. In my experience, a 39-2 would carry a 10-15% premium over a 59 if absolutely everything else about them is equal.
The 59 is a fine pistol and I love the one I have but it doesn't draw a fury of collector interest. The one I recently picked up is a solid 95%-plus, one original magazine and nothing else and I was OTD for $320. I totally love it at that price but I also don't think "I stole it."
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08-04-2017, 06:00 PM
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Man, in 1974, $125 was a lot of money.
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Ha! Guess it was gm. More like pocket change these days. Could afford it cause I was livin off Ma and Pa still back then
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