Smith & Wesson Model 39-2 9mm DA/SA Pistol, 4-inch Barrel, Blued, Walnut Grips (1974–1975)
This Smith & Wesson Model 39-2 is a first-generation, U.S.-designed DA/SA 9mm with an A-prefix serial indicating 1974–1975 production. It features a blued carbon-steel slide and barrel, an aluminum-alloy frame, and checkered walnut grips with S&W medallions. The design is historically notable, having been adopted by the Illinois State Police and related to the Navy Mk 22 Mod 0 'Hush Puppy.'
Condition
Overall Condition: Good condition, showing some signs of prior use and handling.
Bore Condition: Good - Clean, well-maintained, minor wear marks.
Rifling: Good Rifling - Intact, well-defined lands and grooves.
Specific Condition Notes: The pistol is in solid shape, with scratches and blemishes present on the finish.
What’s Included
- Smith & Wesson Model 39-2 9mm pistol
- 1x 8-round single-stack steel magazine
The Model 39-2 represents Smith & Wesson’s first-generation metal-frame DA/SA 9mm pistol. This example carries the A-prefix serial range that aligns with 1974–1975 manufacture, placing it squarely in the 1970s production era. It is a historically significant pattern associated with the Illinois State Police and connected to the Navy Mk 22 Mod 0 'Hush Puppy' lineage.
Construction pairs a blued carbon-steel slide and barrel with an aluminum-alloy frame for a classic full-size profile. It uses a single-stack 8+1 magazine, a 4-inch barrel, and checkered walnut grip panels with S&W medallions. Rear slide serrations, a spur hammer, and a smooth-faced trigger round out the handling features.
The pistol’s control layout includes a slide-mounted safety/decocker and a magazine disconnect. Sights consist of a fixed serrated ramp front and a micrometer-style adjustable square-notch rear, giving the shooter fine control over point of impact without changing the front blade.
Markings include 'SMITH & WESSON' and 'PAT'S PENDING' on the slide, with the frame marked 'Model 39-2' and the S&W Trade Mark. Origin is the United States, and the overall package reflects the defining characteristics of S&W’s early DA/SA 9mm design.