bushmaster1313
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My understanding is that the single stack Smith & Wesson Model 39 ushered in the era of the Wonder Nines as the precursor to the double stack Model 59. Here is my 39-2, purchased from a Forum Member:
My further understanding is that today, the Sig Sauer P229 has become a popular weapon among armed professionals. This week I took home a Sig Sauer P229 in 9mm:
And for comparison, here is an Ithaca 1911 from 1943 along with the 39-2 and the P229:
I know the purists would want to see a 9mm Browning Hi-Power in the above photo but, sadly, a Hi-Power has yet to follow me home.


My further understanding is that today, the Sig Sauer P229 has become a popular weapon among armed professionals. This week I took home a Sig Sauer P229 in 9mm:


And for comparison, here is an Ithaca 1911 from 1943 along with the 39-2 and the P229:

I know the purists would want to see a 9mm Browning Hi-Power in the above photo but, sadly, a Hi-Power has yet to follow me home.
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