Description
Item Description
Bryant Ridge Auction Company is pleased to present this outstanding semi-automatic pistol today for a penny-start auction, this is the Smith & Wesson 459, also known as the 2nd Generation 9mm!
The 459 is the sister model to such classics as the 59, 5903, 5904, 5905, and 5906.
This example was produced in 1981, the first year of production!
The 459 is the sister model to such classics as the 59, 5903, 5904, 5905, and 5906.
This example was produced in 1981, the first year of production!
SPECIFICATIONS:
Manufacturer: Smith & Wesson
Model: 459
Serial: A731741
Date of Manufacture: 1981
Caliber: 9mm
Finish: Blue
Barrel Length: 4"
Optics/Sights: 1/8" serrated ramp front with Adjustable rear sight
Stock/Grips: Pachmayr wrap-around rubber grip with texturing and medallions
Action: Semi-Automatic
Markings: Standard
Bryant Ridge's Analysis:
The Smith & Wesson 459 is the 2nd generation of the Smith & Wesson 59 (which is a double-stacked magazine version of the Smith & Wesson 39). The main notable external difference between the 459 and the 59 was adjustable rear sights (and a slight modification to the front sight to accommodate the higher profile of the newer rear sights). However, 459's could be ordered with fixed sights as well. The only other external difference is a single pin placement on the right side of the frame, the slide stop pivot pin (it appears behind the frame bulge on the 459 but ahead of it on the older 59, where the bulge is further back).
Early production models have a round trigger guard, while later models have a square trigger guard. It was only in production for eight years, being again replaced by a later generation of S&W 9mm automatic handguns, the 5900 series. The S&W 459 has an all blued steel counterpart called the S&W 559 and a stainless steel version known as the Smith & Wesson 659. The pistol was used by the Federal Bureau of Investigations (FBI) for many years. The model was highly thought of by many of the agents who carried it. A handful continued to carry it until the FBI transitioned to the .40 S&W Glock 22 in 1997 and they were ordered to switch.
Contents/Contents:
The owner states that this example remains in New Old Stock condition and we see no evidence to indicate otherwise. This example will ship with a Smith & Wesson labeled box, a LaserMax Inc laser built-in spring guide assembly with box and paperwork, tools, a pair of black plastic checkered grips, two extra magazines, and paperwork!
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.
Model: 459
Serial: A731741
Date of Manufacture: 1981
Caliber: 9mm
Finish: Blue
Barrel Length: 4"
Optics/Sights: 1/8" serrated ramp front with Adjustable rear sight
Stock/Grips: Pachmayr wrap-around rubber grip with texturing and medallions
Action: Semi-Automatic
Markings: Standard
Bryant Ridge's Analysis:
The Smith & Wesson 459 is the 2nd generation of the Smith & Wesson 59 (which is a double-stacked magazine version of the Smith & Wesson 39). The main notable external difference between the 459 and the 59 was adjustable rear sights (and a slight modification to the front sight to accommodate the higher profile of the newer rear sights). However, 459's could be ordered with fixed sights as well. The only other external difference is a single pin placement on the right side of the frame, the slide stop pivot pin (it appears behind the frame bulge on the 459 but ahead of it on the older 59, where the bulge is further back).
Early production models have a round trigger guard, while later models have a square trigger guard. It was only in production for eight years, being again replaced by a later generation of S&W 9mm automatic handguns, the 5900 series. The S&W 459 has an all blued steel counterpart called the S&W 559 and a stainless steel version known as the Smith & Wesson 659. The pistol was used by the Federal Bureau of Investigations (FBI) for many years. The model was highly thought of by many of the agents who carried it. A handful continued to carry it until the FBI transitioned to the .40 S&W Glock 22 in 1997 and they were ordered to switch.
Contents/Contents:
The owner states that this example remains in New Old Stock condition and we see no evidence to indicate otherwise. This example will ship with a Smith & Wesson labeled box, a LaserMax Inc laser built-in spring guide assembly with box and paperwork, tools, a pair of black plastic checkered grips, two extra magazines, and paperwork!
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
Handgun Standard Shipping $50.00
Long Gun Standard Shipping $70.00
Any orders placed with magazines that are not compliant with your state, county, or city regulations will not ship with your order.
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Payment MUST be received within 14 days.
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.
Additional Details
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