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The Smith & Wesson 459 is an updated version of the Model 59 with adjustable sights and checkered nylon grips. It was created for the US XM9 Pistol trials.[1] It was a 9mm double/single action handgun with locked breech short recoil action.
Smith & Wesson 459 | |
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Place of origin | United States |
Production history | |
Designer | Smith & Wesson |
Designed | 1984-1988 |
Manufacturer | Smith & Wesson |
Specifications | |
Cartridge | 9 x 19mm Parabellum |
Action | Short recoil, locked breech |
Feed system | 14-round box magazine |
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This handgun did not complete the test and so was not considered.[citation needed] Testing procedures are discussed in the book Future Weapons.[2] and also at Firearms Radio XM9 Testing
This model was discontinued in 1988. 803 units were produced in a brush finish with special grips made to FBI specifications.
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