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Yep. I gave my Ruger P89 to my dad after a friend of his and his friend's wife were killed in a home invasion near my parent's home and he was looking for a pistol to keep in the house.
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Both the S&W 659 and the P89 are professional grade, large capacity 9mm's which can be had at unbelievable prices. Everyone wants super light weight carry guns these days, because its much easier to get a carry permit. So, these old stainless guns really get overlooked.
I think I paid about $420 for my S&W 659 in 1989. Talk about a gun that just doesn't want to appreciate. I figure that same money today would be like spending $800 - $1,000.
I never actually owned a P89. Shot one once; handled them many times. Thought about buying one several times, and I would buy one if I ever find a really nice condition one that is dirt cheap.