Smith & Wesson Model 59
| Smith & Wesson Model 59 | |
|---|---|
| Type | Semi-automatic pistol |
| Place of origin | United States |
| Service history | |
| Used by | United States |
| Production history | |
| Manufacturer | Smith & Wesson |
| Produced | 1971–1982 |
| Specifications | |
| Mass | 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 |
| Rate of fire | Semi-automatic |
| Feed system | 14-round double column, detachable box magazine (20-round factory magazines were available) |
| Sights | fixed iron sights, optional adjustable |
The Smith & Wesson Model 59 is a double-action pistol produced from 1971 to 1982. It was developed by Smith & Wesson from the earlier Smith & Wesson Model 39 by adapting a 14-round capacity stagger-stack magazine.