Model 59

Pistol Smith & Wesson

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Model 59 by Smith & Wesson

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Technical Specifications

Type Semi-automatic pistol
Country of origin United States
Manufacturer Smith & Wesson
Produced 1971–1982
Used by United States
Weight 30 oz / 1.84 lb (0.840 kg)
Length 7.55 in (192 mm)
Barrel length 4 in (102 mm)
Cartridge 9×19mm Parabellum, 7.65×21mm Parabellum
Action DA/SA
Feed 14-round double column, detachable box magazine (20-round factory magazines were available)
Rate of fire Semi-automatic

Data from Smith & Wesson Model 59 (Wikipedia, 2026-09-22). Text licensed under CC BY-SA. Image: CC BY-SA 3.0 — Nemo5576.

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