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Smith & Wesson’s Model 39/59: Why This Old Gun Remains an American Legend

Here’s What You Need to Know: Although out of production and no longer common, Smith & Wesson’s nine-millimeter handgun has earned a noteworthy place in American firearms history. One of the earliest ...
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Smith & Wesson’s Model 39 Pistol Served America’s Navy SEALs With Distinction

One of the earliest American nine-millimeter pistols was adopted for wartime service to take out enemy sentries… and barking dogs. The Smith & Wesson Model 39 semi-automatic handgun served U.S. Navy ...