Where are all the Gen 1-2-3 mags?

[db4570]

Hi guys. I haven't been on here in a while. I used to come here to discuss CS9 and BG380 stuff.

I recently picked up a really nice 439 and figured I'd grab a few extra mags for it. I can't find these anywhere except some really overpriced ones on Ebay and Gunbroker.

It appears I can use a mag for any SW single stack 9, including 39, 439, 3904, etc. I understand Smith stopped making these, but why have they suddenly dried up? Is it part of the Covid/Riot panic buying?

Any suggestions on good sources that won't cost me an arm and a leg?

Thanks,

David

 

[cmansguns]

It seems to be just the way it is. It is not Covid related because more than a year ago the true S&W OEM mags had dried up at most all decent sources.

There have been a ton of posts in the last few months. I overpaid (I thought) for an original black follower Model 39 on flea bay ($53) over a year ago, then found out that I was actually lucky to grab it at that price!

The bottom line seems to be that ProMag's suck most of the time, and Triple K is downright ******* right out of the package...both worthless as to reliability. MecGar doesn't manufacture the S&W line, so basically nobodies making a decent repop.

Best Advice? Jump back on Flea Bay and pay the price (if you even see a "buy-it-now") as there are a ton of bidders like you..want one and can't find it. It is for sure a Sellers market these days.

 

[GaryS]

Gun sales started increasing dramatically last year. Along with new guns, used guns started flying off the shelves.

That has accelerated this year.

Along with guns, people are buying up ammunition and other accessories. Once acquired, people aren't letting them go.

 

[gmborkovic]

Hello db, yes, arm and a leg! plus cash. Having the same problem.
You ought to try and find and buy the pre-39 mags with the ramp followers.
Have not seen any in years.

 

[SMSgt]

They're in the safes of those who feel they need 10 mags for every gun or in the hands of the E-Bayer looking to make a buck. Because they are long out of production, there is no replenishment in the market.

 

[oldman10mm]

I've been thinking about doing another S&W OEM mags for sale in the miscellaneous classifieds. I did one in 2019 and one in 2018, both went well. I probably do it after the Berea Ohio gun show at the end of August. There are some vendors there that are asking me to supply them mags. If the show gets cancelled, then I'd probably do it sooner.

 

[HOUSTON RICK]

Darn hoarders, er stockpilers, got them all

 

[4T5GUY]

These are "extra" magazines that I've accumulated, not hoarded OR stockpiled.

Many I got just a few years ago when they were available everywhere. There was almost a price war going on with them just getting cheaper.

The good news is I've sent some that I did not need/want to other Forum members. Kinda makes me feel a little less guilty.

Jim

 

[stansdds]

These days, those who have firearms and accessories are hanging onto them, so don't expect to find things like magazines for popular pistols that have been out of production for decades be plentiful. Watch eBay, they regularly surface, but expect to pay at least $40 for a genuine S&W magazine.

Steer clear of the ProMag magazines, they are cheap and often function cheaply. I have heard that replacing the follower and spring in a ProMag with S&W parts may yield a reliable magazine. My feeling is that by the time you spend money for springs, followers and ProMag magazines, you are knocking on the door of buying a real S&W magazine.

 

[Browns fan]

i need 45 acp 8 round mags (4566) please

 

[ACEd]

I was told 39 & 439 with thin flat metal base are same but 3904/3906 with thicker plastic base work but base sticks out slightly more than standard 39/439 mags

 

[Racer X]

I was told 39 & 439 with thin flat metal base are same but 3904/3906 with thicker plastic base work but base sticks out slightly more than standard 39/439 mags

That is correct. the later production 3rd gens are 9 rounds, that's why a wee bit longer.

 

[jsbethel]

I understand Smith stopped making these, but why have they suddenly dried up? Is it part of the Covid/Riot panic buying?

Create an in-stock notification for the currently produced magazine at Midway (they always seem to be the first to know when S&W magazines are discontinued).
Smith & Wesson Mag S&W 39 439 539 639 909 952 3904 3906 3944 3946 9mm

 

[elm_creek_smith]

I purchased MegCar 15 and 20 round magazines for the S&W Model 469 I gave my grandson for very reasonable prices last year. Robertson's Trading Post had the adapters that fit the 15 round magazines that gave the 469 a full-size grip. I have to admit I didn't look for the single stack mags.

 

[Racer X]

To be fair, MecGar makes 59xx mags, which can work in 69 pistols, and there is a supplier of 69 new aftermarket mags (KeepShooting.com), and Robertsons Trading Post sells modified KelTec P-11 mags with a fat base that work in a 69 flush.

If only someone would make 39 mags that are worth a dams.

You can also modify MecGar 92C 15rd flush mags to fit in 69 pistols by dremeling a new catch slot, and they stick out maybe 1/4 inch.

 

[1775usmarine]

I was buying them cheap and stacking them deep the last 8yrs. The last deal I got was late last year early this year the 5 pack of 4006 mags for 60 shipped. Ended up buying 3 of those before they ran out and prices went up. Now I have 9 mags a piece for my 4006 and 4046. Should of spent some time buying 6906 mags but it is what it is.

 

[BAM-BAM]

For the last 30 years when I've run across one or more at a good price I've bought them.................

4T5Guy has made a good start on a stash....................

 

[oldman10mm]

9 single stacks, 9 double stacks, 40 double stacks, 10 rd caps, 40 single stacks, 10mms, 45s.
The pic is from November so a few shows have added to it.

 

[ACEd]

9 single stacks, 9 double stacks, 40 double stacks, 10 rd caps, 40 single stacks, 10mms, 45s.
The pic is from November so a few shows have added to it.

So thats where they all went - thought of selling any?

 

[oldman10mm]

As in my post#6, I'll be eventually putting a thread in the misc classifieds. Gotta do an inventory first.