Smith & Wesson Model 39-2 9mm DA/SA, 4 inch Barrel, Alloy Frame, Blued Slide, 7+1, 3 Magazines (1979–1980)
This Smith & Wesson Model 39-2 is a first-generation S&W 9mm DA/SA pistol from the 1979–1980 era, noted for its single-stack configuration and lightweight alloy frame. It features a blued slide, checkered walnut grips with S&W medallions, and a slide marking that reads "PAT'S PENDING." The A-prefix serial range aligns with late 1970s to early 1980s production. Three 7-round magazines are included.
Condition
Overall Condition: Fair condition, showing extensive signs of prior use and handling.
Bore Overall Condition: Fair - Generally clean, some residue or smudges, slight corrosion.
Bore Rifling: Fair Rifling - Worn rifling, slight loss of definition.
Specific Condition Notes: The pistol shows major finish wear with areas of finish loss and some rust. The rifling appears serviceable on visual inspection.
What’s Included
- Smith & Wesson Model 39-2 9mm pistol
- Three 7-round single-column steel magazines with witness holes
The Model 39-2 represents S&W’s first-generation 9mm DA/SA design, using short-recoil, tilting-barrel operation and a single-stack magazine. The A-prefix serial range and listed era place this example in the late 1970s to early 1980s timeframe.
Its aluminum-alloy frame keeps weight down while the blued steel slide provides a classic finish. The pistol operates in double-action/single-action and includes a left-side, slide-mounted safety/decocker and a magazine disconnect. A push-button magazine release and a spurred hammer with a lightening hole round out the controls.
Sighting is handled by a serrated, ramped front sight paired with a square-notch, screw-adjustable rear sight. The slide carries vertical rear serrations for positive manipulation and is marked "PAT'S PENDING."
Ergonomics are enhanced by checkered walnut grips with S&W medallions. The single-stack configuration offers a 7+1 capacity, and this pistol comes with three matching 7-round magazines, each with witness holes.