Smith & Wesson 59 - 9x19mm
The Smith & Wesson 59 was developed in response to the U.S. Navy's request for a double stacked magazine version of the Smith & Wesson 39 (which was used by Navy SEALs suppressed aka "the Hush Puppy" during the Vietnam conflict). Seeing the market demand for a high capacity version of the S&W 39, the Smith & Wesson 59 was released in 1970. Production stopped in 1982 when it was replaced by the second generation models; Smith & Wesson 459 and Smith & Wesson 659.
Specifications
(1970-1982)
- Weight: 1.84 lb (0.840 kg)
- Barrel length: 4 in (102mm)
- Capacity: 14-round box magazine
- Fire Modes: DA/SA Semi-automatic
The Smith & Wesson 59 and variants can be seen in the following films, television series, video games, and anime used by the following actors:
Film
Television
Title
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Actor
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Character
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Note / Episode
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Date
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Hill Street Blues |
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Nickel plated / "Shooter" (S02E17)) |
1981 - 1987
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Anime
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