Model 39

Pistol Smith & Wesson

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Model 39 by Smith & Wesson

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Technical Specifications

Type Semi-automatic pistol
Country of origin United States
Produced 1954–1983
Weight 28 oz. / 1.71 lbs. (0.780 kg)
Length 7.55” (192 mm)
Barrel length 4” (102 mm)
Cartridge 9x19mm Parabellum
Action Short recoil, DA
Feed 8-round single column, detachable box magazine
Rate of fire Semi-automatic

Data from Smith & Wesson Model 39 (Wikipedia, 2026-09-22). Text licensed under CC BY-SA. Image: CC BY-SA 2.0 fr — Rama (talk · contribs).

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