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Old 01-29-2020, 01:44 AM
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Cleaning up a Model 39-2 for a family member, did some research here on the forum. Looks like a late '79 nickel Model 39-2 with blue controls, Pachmayr grips, serial number A525XXX. Two original mags. I could have sworn I saw this box for this in the safe a few years ago, but he couldn't produce it for me today.

My question is, were the MMC sights added aftermarket? Or were they an option? This one also has red ramp front sight.

Thanks in advance. After I get her cleaned and flitz'd up, I'll post pics for the inevitable value question.

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Old 01-29-2020, 01:55 AM
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MMC is a excellent quality post OEM sight. Sincerely. bruce.
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Old 01-29-2020, 07:48 AM
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MMC sights were quality pieces, but not OEM.
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Old 01-29-2020, 01:43 PM
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Thanks guys, appreciate the info!
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Old 01-29-2020, 08:00 PM
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Pictured is the container that my MMC sight came in. The sight is on my model 59. The small flat item on the foam is the sight adjusting tool that came with the sight. The original sight is in the photo along with the spring and plunger that I removed from the pistol to disable the magazine disconnect. Given more time, I could probably locate my original receipt for the sight. As must be obvious, I am a pack rat when it comes to firearms and all the associated goodies that go with them.

P.S. I am looking forward to seeing the OPs photos when posted.
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Old 01-30-2020, 10:44 AM
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Very neat! I think my family member got his 39-2 at a pawnshop, no sign of original packaging remains for the MMC sight.

On another note, took grips off last night... As expected, several spots of corrosion under the pachmayrs. I'm a little bummed. Otherwise I think the exterior will clean up nicely. Won't be able to attack it properly until this weekend.
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Old 02-08-2020, 03:49 PM
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The adjustable MMC sight was also an option on DEVEL converted 39 & 59s. My Devel full-house 59 has one. It’s a really nice item.
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Old 02-13-2020, 03:52 PM
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I’m mostly a revolver guy so if this is old news, just ignore. In addition to the basic factory stock rear sight and the MMC replacement there was also a factory optional fully adjustable rear sight that fit right into the existing factory sight cuts. I just had one installed on my 39-2 “just because.”

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Alright, this was the best I could do in terms of cleanup.





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Old 02-15-2020, 06:01 PM
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Thoughts on value? Was thinking of listing at $450 locally.
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Take the rubbers off and show pics of both sides.
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Old 02-16-2020, 04:30 AM
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Old 02-16-2020, 08:23 AM
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Dang! That's nice except for the ugly rubber grips. I have long lusted for a decent condition nickel plated 39-2 or even a nickel plated 439.
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Old 02-16-2020, 09:34 AM
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I don't know where locally is, but I think that is an appropriate price.
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Take the rubbers off and show pics of both sides.
The "ugly"... Damn Pachmayrs (see previous post)



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Old 02-16-2020, 06:32 PM
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I don't know where locally is, but I think that is an appropriate price.
If I don't get any nibbles, I'll post here too. Locally is Denver area.
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Old 02-18-2020, 03:00 PM
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Given the latest pics, how am I on price?
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Hi, MY 39-2 is shooting very low. i have to aim the top of the target's visual to actually shoot the visual' center..
Is the adjustable sight is for windage only but not elevation?

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I have the genuine S&W adjustable sight on my 39-2. It was on order a long time. Here it is. Cal is 9x21 with Barstow fitted barrel.
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