Smith & Wesson 459

Smith & Wesson Model 459 - 9mm

Smith & Wesson Model 459 - 9mm

The Smith & Wesson 459 was the 2nd generation of the S&W 59 (which was a double stacked magazine version of the S&W 39). The only real difference between the 459 and the Smith & Wesson 59 was adjustable rear sights (and a slight modification to the front sight to accommodate the higher profile of the newer rear sights) and the fact the the 400 series pistols had an alloy frome with a steel slide. Early production models had the round trigger guard. Later models had the square triggerguard. It was only in production for 8 years, being again replaced by a later generation of S&W auto 9mm handguns, the 5900 series.

Specifications

(1980 - 1988)

Type: Pistol

Caliber: 9x19mm Parabellum

Barrel: 4 inch

Capacity: 14 round box magazine

Fire Modes: DA/SA Semi-automatic

Finish: Blue and Nickel

Weight: 30 ounces

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The Smith & Wesson Model 459 can be seen in the following films:

Film

• FBI Agents in In the Line of Duty: The FBI Murders(1988)

• Lindsay Crouse as F.B.I. Special Agent Chandler in Desperate Hours (1990)

• Red Dragon (2002)

Anime

• Mad Bull 34 (1990)
• Burn Up! (1991)