Description
Item Description
Bryant Ridge Co. is pleased to present this traditional semi-automatic pistol today for a penny-start auction, this is the Smith & Wesson 39-2!
SPECIFICATIONS:
Manufacturer: Smith & Wesson
Model: 39-2
Serial: A680212
Date of Manufacture: 1981
Caliber: 9mm
Finish: Blue
Barrel Length: 4"
Optics/Sights: 1/8" Serrated Ramp Front with Adjustable Micrometer Click Rear
Stock/Grips: Walnut Grips with Checkering and S&W Medallions
Action: Semi-Automatic
Markings: Standard
Bryant Ridge's Analysis:
The Smith & Wesson Model 39-2 was introduced in 1971 as a refined successor to the original Model 39 and was released the same year as the high-capacity, double-stack Model 59. Like its predecessor, the 39-2 features an aluminum alloy frame paired with a carbon steel slide, but it incorporates several key design improvements. Most notably, it uses a shorter, redesigned extractor to address breakage issues experienced with the longer extractor on early Model 39s. Additional modifications included a revised barrel guide rod hole and an improved feed ramp for enhanced reliability. Contrary to occasional collector references, a Model 39-1 was never commercially produced—the so-called “39-1” designation is sometimes mistakenly associated with the rare 52A prototype, which was never officially marked as such.
Model: 39-2
Serial: A680212
Date of Manufacture: 1981
Caliber: 9mm
Finish: Blue
Barrel Length: 4"
Optics/Sights: 1/8" Serrated Ramp Front with Adjustable Micrometer Click Rear
Stock/Grips: Walnut Grips with Checkering and S&W Medallions
Action: Semi-Automatic
Markings: Standard
Bryant Ridge's Analysis:
The Smith & Wesson Model 39-2 was introduced in 1971 as a refined successor to the original Model 39 and was released the same year as the high-capacity, double-stack Model 59. Like its predecessor, the 39-2 features an aluminum alloy frame paired with a carbon steel slide, but it incorporates several key design improvements. Most notably, it uses a shorter, redesigned extractor to address breakage issues experienced with the longer extractor on early Model 39s. Additional modifications included a revised barrel guide rod hole and an improved feed ramp for enhanced reliability. Contrary to occasional collector references, a Model 39-1 was never commercially produced—the so-called “39-1” designation is sometimes mistakenly associated with the rare 52A prototype, which was never officially marked as such.
The Model 39-2 is visually distinguished by its checkered walnut grips, a 1/8-inch serrated ramp front sight, and a fully adjustable micrometer click rear sight with a square notch, offering precise windage adjustments. The frontstrap is smooth, while the backstrap is finely stippled for added grip control. Early production pistols bear "S&W" stamped on the right side of the frame and "9mm CTG" on the extractor port, though later models—after approximately serial number A160000—are simply marked "9mm." The pistol is equipped with a smooth-faced trigger, a magazine disconnect safety, and weighs approximately 27 ounces unloaded.
Production of the Model 39-2 was discontinued in 1982, with the final unit (serial number A747148) shipped on February 15, 1983. Today, the 39-2 is considered a highly collectible piece of Smith & Wesson history, representing the company's early foray into semi-automatic pistol design for the civilian and law enforcement markets.
Contents:
This example will ship with the matching factory-labeled box and paper pictured above!
Return Policy:
We gladly offer a 3 day unfired inspection policy from the time that the firearm is delivered to your FFL. Refunds are available for all qualifying orders.
Shipping Details
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Return Policy
We gladly offer a 3 day unfired inspection policy from the time that the firearm is delivered to your FFL. Refunds are available for all qualifying orders.
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