SMITH & WESSON Model 639 Early A Prefix

Seller Description For This Firearm

Smith & Wesson Model 639 chambered in 9mm, featuring stainless steel construction, DA/SA operation, a 4 inch barrel, slide mounted safety/decocker, adjustable rear sight, and classic checkered wood grips with Smith & Wesson medallions. The Model 639 is the stainless steel evolution of the respected Model 39 series and represents a highly desirable era of American made Smith & Wesson metal frame semi automatic pistols. These pistols have become increasingly appreciated by collectors, longtime S&W enthusiasts, and shooters who still value the feel, balance, and durability of traditional all metal handgun construction.

This particular Model 639 presents with the kind of vintage character that makes these older Smith & Wesson pistols so appealing. The stainless finish gives it a clean, classic appearance, while the wood grips add the proper old school S&W look. The pistol shows honest signs of age, handling, and prior use, including light surface wear, handling marks, and normal cosmetic wear visible in the photos. Overall, it remains a very good example of a collectible and shootable second generation Smith & Wesson 9mm.

One of the most interesting details on this pistol is its A771483 serial number. Among Smith & Wesson collectors, early A prefix Model 639 pistols have generated discussion because some reported early or testing examples appear in later A796xxx ranges, while broader production is commonly associated with even later A840xxx range numbers. This pistol’s A771xxx serial range appears unusually early for a Model 639, giving it a stronger collector angle than a typical later production example. We are not representing this firearm as a prototype, pre production, or test gun without a Smith & Wesson factory letter, but the serial number is noteworthy and adds to the overall appeal of this classic stainless S&W pistol.

Included is one magazine as shown. This is a solid and attractive Smith & Wesson Model 639 with stainless construction, classic wood grips, vintage S&W styling, and an unusually interesting early serial number range. Whether added to a Smith & Wesson collection, appreciated as a classic 9mm range pistol, or purchased as an example of old school American handgun manufacturing, this Model 639 has the look, feel, and history that make these pistols increasingly hard to ignore. As with all pre owned firearms, this pistol may show cosmetic wear, handling marks, and normal signs of prior ownership. All used firearms are sold as is, with no warranties, expressed or implied.

UPC	ECOM00587064
Action	SEMI AUTOMATIC
Barrel Length	4" BARREL
Caliber	9MM LUGER (9X19 PARA)
Capacity	8 ROUNDS
Finish	WOOD AND STAINLESS

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