True? Box 1926, Escondido, CA 92033. 46-59013; .41 Magnum Caliber; 6 Barrel; Blue Finish; Wood Grips; Original Box with Papers; Made 1980; Perfect Action and Bore; See All Ph, Guns Listing ID: 724961First introduced in 1964 and now offered through the companys Classics line, the Smith & Wesson Model 57 is a robust revolver built on a large, carbon steel N-fram, Up for Sale is my Smith & Wesson Model 57 No Dash .41 Magnum with the 8 3/8" Barrel and Nickel Finish. My ability to remember obscure gun trivia far outweighs my ability to remember names and what I did five minutes ago. USED Smith and Wesson 657 41 magnum 3" barrel, 6 round cylinder WE DO NOT SHIP INTERNATIONALLY. Store Hours-Thurs-Fri-10AM-8PM Sat-, NEW PRICE Listed is a like new unfired, Smith & Wesson, Model 57, No Dash, 41 Mag Revolver. The second Smith & Wesson .41 Mag. What a sweetheart that thing must be. Loading a 280 gr. True Keith bullets, from two Lyman molds, as cast by my friend Mark, have been outstanding, too. .41 Magnum, 4 Inch Barrel, Stainless Steel Description: Like new pre-lock S&W Model 657-4 "Mountain Gun", chambered in .41 Magnum. It made happy to think of you carrying that Mountain Revolver stoked with Black Talons all over Southern California. The real sleeper is the L frame MG 686+. brass to .44 Spl. Im not a big bore guy myself (Im content with .357 for most things), but the appeal of the Mountain Guns is obvious even to me. Box 1926, Escondido, CA 92033. All the arms company heads are here as well as ammunition company heads. Looks like a RNFP of some design. Sign-up now to get more revolver content every Wednesday! SMITH & WESSON 657-4 .41 MAGNUM - MOUNTAIN GUN - MINT IN BOX For Sale from: Vintage Sporting | Positive feedback: 99% View | | 4159 Completed Sales View Sellers Items SOLD - $995.00 Shipping: $25.00 (or Arrange local transfer) Accepted Payment Methods: Returns: No Returns I didnt see this mentioned, but unless Im hallucinating my early Mountain Revolver (not GUN) has a K/L grip frame. I foolishly let go of it and recently after 33 years of looking acquired other one. Headquartered in Springfield,. No substitutions or transfers to a third party are allowed. The cost was very reasonable, and they turned out great. That Model 69 is about the closest thing we have to a Mountain Gun these days, I think. It should be noted that felt recoil was particularly feltnot surprisinglywith the 250-grain Federal CastCore and 240-grain Winchester Platinum Tip. Gunsmith John Seifert swapped barrels, chamfered the charge holes, and had it laser engraved with a simple sideplate inscription to honor its former owner. Seller: Sportsmans Legacy. jacketed bullets. A 10mm L frame is at the top of my wish list, too. He is a master firearms instructor through NMDPS and continues to instruct in retirement. The .44 Remington Magnum offers big bullets going real fast, at least for a pistol. But that valuation may be low especially if it has papers and tools along with the case. The extra weight changed the guns balance and robbed it of some of its nimble handling qualities. Harnessing all this power has been the job of many strong revolvers over the years, but it has also been popular in some lever gun models. Were they a special run for the NMSP? One, the adjustable-sight Model 57, was intended as a serious big-game revolver. was introduced in 1964, a standard heavy loading consisting of a 220-gr. To the best of my knowledge, the early Mountain Revolvers were all chambered in .44 Magnum on the standard N frame. S&W has since included .41 Magnum revolvers in its Classics stable. Came with Spegel grips, magna port, cylinder and slide fixed rear sight and action job, gold bead front sight and cylinder set for 45 acp moon clips. Smith & Wesson Model 57 No Dash,41 Magnum! Please take a minute and write them an email, SWBI looks like it could use the business! Smith & Wesson: Velocities were anemic and accuracy was only mediocre with 200-250 gr. Thank you, Jim! Just as with the .357 Mag. Accuracy was exceptional, stacking these big bullets into a grapefruit-sized group at 50 yards from field positions. Great article. What I wouldnt give to have a 357 Magnum Mountain Gun released by S&W today. Giveaway prizes may have evidence of being test fired or exhibit minor handling marks. He was instrumental in developing the Model 745 Pistol, which was based on Super Gun II, a .45 version of the Model 459 that he created and competed with. I have seen exactly one 657 Mountain Gun in the flesh. from his friend, the late Hal Swiggett. I believe only two departments ever adopted the Model 58 as most deemed it too big and heavy for everyday carry and also had too much recoil, even with the 900-fps load. Smith And Wesson Model 57 Classic Revolver $1,129.00 Item # SW150481. I would be in trouble I couldnt get out of! Great article, Kevin. Im picturing that nickel plated 27-2 Molehill Gun- Sweet! Nice article! PLEASE ADD $35 FOR SHIPPING. That blued .41 appears to have been the unannounced finale- the Mountain Guns quietly disappeared. Based on their reputation, I think the loss of Trausch grips might be as bad as losing some of these practical wheel guns. You had TWO of them, Brent??? $30.00 Shipping We Accept Visa, Mastercard, Checks, and Money Orders&nbs, Guns Listing ID: 54225First introduced in 1964 and now offered through the companys Classics line the Smith Wesson Model 57 is a double-action revolver chambered in 41 Rem Mag. This bullet, cast hard, makes an excellent high-performance load whether the targets be live game, steel critters or an elusive tin can on the side of the yonder hill. The Model 57 received a greater reception from a small group of connoisseurs who saw it as an excellent outdoorsmans revolver combined with a 210-gr. The Smith & Wesson Model 57 Classic is a modern version of the original 57 that was introduced in 1964. Campbell taught at the S&W Academy and instructed his own classes on IPSC competition. Appears unfired. Manufacturer: Smith & Wesson; smith-wesson.com Type: Double-action revolver Caliber: .41 Magnum Cylinder Capacity: 6 rounds Barrel: 6.0 in. The times they have a changed. However, the Model 58 didnt catch on for a couple of reasons (see the accompanying sidebar). Campbell put a set of Pachmayr Gripper stocks on the gun and test fired it. Eagle does a great job making it look and feel like a square butt, and who knows if we will ever see a new 625 .45 Colt again? $40 Shipping via USPS. I loaded mine with 210 grain Silvertips and then 200 Grain short barrel GDHPs when they were introduced (as my hands got older and stiffer!). .41 Remington Magnum. There isn't a much better combination for solid firepower and good handling. How cool would that be? Holster wear is visible by the muzzle bilaterally and on the trigger guards edges. (IV) Winners must undergo a background check (if needed) and comply with all other federal, state and local laws. sixguns. Doug Hellstrom also insisted on the .410 diameter to preclude the possibility of a cartridge ever being used in the old .41 guns which would not take its pressures. It also ushered in a shift in the way N-frames were built. Serial AVC3202 is a stainless steel revolver featuring a 6-inch barrel (integral serrated rib, serrated front sight blade with red insert), adjustabl .Click for more info Seller: Sportsman's Legacy Area Code: 406 $1,500.00 S&W 629-6 GI#: 102199268 S&W 629-6 IN .44 MAGNUM CAL., WITH 6 .5" BARREL. Things were right in the world for a few years. cannot be made into a .44, nor should it be, its an excellent performer in its own right. Both have been totally tuned and feature case hardened frames. A really fine article, and much appreciated. The frame is the same - large, robust, easy to handle and . Rhino Roller Loads? Thomas, I think you could make a pretty strong case for that Mountain Lite being the ultimate backpacking sidearm, at least in the lower 48 and with thoughtful ammo selection. (I) Giveaway ends March 20, 2022. All entries must be received by giveaway end date. Other than loading it with Federal 300 grain Castcores for a canoe trip in Alaska years ago, I soon settled on a 240 SWC @ 900 for most work. Wow. I commend you on your wisdom in acquiring all those while you could. Regrettably, the Mountain Gun is the one that got away from me because I had failed to see the writing on the wall at the time, which signaled that those (and other) quality firearms were soon to be kicked to the curb and never return. The original gun was marked like a normal 629 with Smith & Wesson on the left side of the barrel and .44 Magnum on the right side. I bought a pair for an N frame square and N frame round butt about 15 years ago. I considered buying some Trausch grips for my SP101 at one point, and I was only aware of SP101 and Beretta 92 grips from them at that time. Even today, in 2022, Detroit does not issue hollow points. was the first to be offered in the then-new chambering, it was soon followed by the Ruger Blackhawk single-action .41 Mag. More recently I installed a set of Tactical Diamond grips from VZ. It is a powerful tool capable of launching a large, fast projectile suitable for anything youre going to use a magnum revolver on. were quickly discovered; it recoiled slightly less and also shot much flatter at long distances. but are really fully functioning reproductions of the products that were once a part of the standard S&W line.. 2023 Outdoor Sportsman Group. Chambered for the more difficult to find .41 Magnum cartridge, adjustable sights, factory wood grips, Freedom Arms Model 97 Premier .44 special packer style with 3 1/2" barrel,round butt grip with Evergreen grips grips, Hammer and trigger are polished and jewelled, factory action job with, This Ruger Model Blackhawk is a 6 shot single action revolver in .41 Magnum Cal. load at more than 1,400 fps. What have we got to lose??? They hit really hard with that huge flat front. New Model Ruger Blackhawk Revolver; Serial No. Campbell appreciated the graceful look the chamfer provided on Seyfrieds 629. Minimum price for the offer must be greater than 0% of the Product. Winners will be notified by certified mail on official letterhead. The Smith & Wesson M&P FPC is compatible with M&P full-size and compact pistol double-stack magazines, and includes a carrying bag with additional storage and Velcro straps. In 1935, Keith, along with Phillip Sharpe and D.B. This revolver is of stainless steel construction, built on the big "N-frame". He also studied first-generation Colt Single Action Army cylinders to make sure the cylinder had the correct radius for the cylinder diameter. The Mossberg 500 Pump Action Shotgun is one of the most popular home defense shotguns on the market. I kind of hate the Mountain Gun engraving on the barrels and really wish S&W had stuck with both the finish treatment and clean barrel of the original Mountain Revolvers. We show you how. I was dismayed to see that Montana Bullet Works is not currently showing this bullet, but they are still selling a gas checked version. Deep blue finish on the rest of the gu, Smith & Wesson Model 57 No Dash,41 Rem. He also represented them at the highest levels of pistol competition in the late 70s and 80s. So if you side me, well get them all together and get the job done right now. Thank you, Tony. Those who take up the .41 Mag. Seyfried was right, it is hard to imagine a better revolver than yours for venturing into the woods. A World Record Attempt and everyone is out at the range shooting and practicing. The woods of the U.S. may not be as wild as they used to be, but these big bore, skinny barreled guns still make sense. Contest void where prohibited by law. The only change I have made to the gun is I installed Hogue Tamer grips that come on the X 500 guns. Pictures, Sturm Ruger & Co. ~ New Model Blackhawk ~ .41 Magnum, Smith & Wesson Model 57, Cal. Nostalgia grabs us all. It is that, David. When you get ready to write the model 58 article, look me up. Seyfried refers to the original as the Mountain Revolver in his article. View. I thought they were very attractive guns, and the lighter snouts made them handle well, but they apparently didnt sell very well. Full Details. All entries must be received by giveaway end date. Everything was done properly; then came the .41 Mag. WFNs around 980 fps work just fine for woods loads. This one was a gift from Rob Leahy of Simply Rugged holsters and yes once we get the paperwork ironed out, I will carry it daily in a Simply Rugged iwb holster with a second gun, A Smith 442, in a Simply Rugged pocket holster. The GyroJet pistol fires small rockets or microjets that utilize rocket propulsion to fire its rounds rather than the traditional gunpowder [], The Manurhin MR73 series of revolvers was developed specifically for the requirements of the French Gendarmerie and special service units of the French Police and Military. So, if you want to replicate the .44 Specials stand-in role for the .44 Mag., this would be the way to fly. Tom Campbell was in a unique position to make the gun he and Seyfried dreamed about a reality. Clean barrels, vapor blasted finish when you guys bring them back, please. There is magic in a 4 skinny barrel N frame so loaded, I think! I have read that article more than any other- Seyfried captured the magic with it. Its difficult to not compare the .41 Mag. Great article with precious information! Cast bullet choices to provide thumpers (as Seyfried called the slow-moving heavy bullets) are out there for the .41 Mag as well. Federal has created a safer, easier and more reliable way to shoot a muzzleloader. I wish I had some personal experience with one, I dont though. I asked them for a .41 Mag., case length to be the same as the .44 Mag., bullet diameter to be .410 so that no old .38-40s or .41 Long Colts could ever be revamped to handle the larger bullet as they go around .403. Hey Darryl, I think your memory is correct, too. Ive got an article on Hi-Points scheduled for next week, to give you a break. Teach them the truth, and let them sort thru the cobwebs of liberalism that have infested their minds. Either of these would do nicely for large hogs and bears, while everything else would certainly fit the bill for deer. 22 LR $839. The MBA GyroJet pistols are unique and one of the most unconventional firearms ever produced. Im unaware of an N frame Mountain Revolver that left the factory with other than N frame round butt dimensions. JavaScript is disabled. of excellent quality are the Ruger Redhawk and the now long-gone Dan Wesson. To get started, click the link below to visit mymagnow.com and learn how to access your digital magazine. They give deep penetration and cut big sharp holes. With an S&W N-Frame of any vintage, the gun pretty much comes straight backwhich allows for quicker recovery between shots but can also pound the web of the shooters strong hand (which in my case gets a bit weak at the end of an extended session). It gave a distinct look, not seen on a S&W revolver in a long time. Associated taxes and fees will be the responsibility of the winner. Satisfied with his work, he shipped it to Seyfried for him to behold and enjoy. Kevin McPherson began his career as a police officer in New Mexico in 1987. SMALL. Yes Sir, those are Herrett Jordan Troopers on my 629. They are beautiful and I am satisfied with the fit. The MG is the best revolver S&W has released since 1955 Excellent in all calibers, the 629, has proven to me to be the most versatile. Rifling is strong and bright. ), Any chance of sharing what those bullets are in the stag stocked .44spl pic? No arguments on your Model 58 focus, what a pure fighting revolver. The .41 began in none other than famed gun expert and visionary Elmer Keith's mind. Winners will be notified by certified mail on official letterhead. Hard to beat a 240 [emailprotected] for most things you might do with a Mtn Gun, Proven by guys like Keith, Skelton, and Seyfried. Those darn round grips. I dont need the gas check at the speeds I shoot them, but at least you can still get the profile. Sometimes things just dont happen the way they should. The S&W 57 basically felt like another classic. | He left S&W and went to work for Safariland shortly after production started, but the gun he left behind was a hot seller. MODEL 351 PD. MODEL 317 KIT GUN. of Israeli Defense Forces, joins David Fortier for an exclusive interview for Shotgun News. has special significance as it came to John The guns popularity demanded additional runs in 1993, 1994, 1999, 2002, and 2005. Ill bet that 210 XTP did the job nicely on that doe. Seldom has a new cartridge introduction been propelled by such a cast of sixgun luminaries as the .41 Magnum. Ill do my part, Sir. SMALL. Thanks! This one came with fixed sights, standard Magna stocks and an unenclosed ejector rod housing, and was designed as a police-duty weapon using loads with a 210-gr. This was also the first time a .41 Magnum had left the factory without a bull barrel. Mr. Smith, I commend you for picking up that 625-6, even if it was a round butt! In addition to coming with a micro-adjustable rear sight, the Model 57 also had target-type stocks. Smith & Wesson Guns for Sale Sort by Price: Low; High; Filter Department; Bolt Action Rifles . (III) Giveaway winner(s) chosen by random drawing. A raised blade front sight and an adjustable notch rear sight. These guns do not come up often so here's your chance to get a solid 99% early 41 mag. (IV) Winners must undergo a background check (if needed) and comply with all other federal, state and local laws. At 3.5 creep-free pounds, the Model 57s single-action trigger pull really lived up to the crispness clichs of breaking icicles and glass rods. Except for the bore diameter, it was a dead-ringer for the .44 Magnum Model 29 and could be had in several of the Model 29s cataloged barrel lengths (4.0, 6.0, and 8.38 inches). His experimental pistol also led to the development of the Model 645 that truly got S&W into the .45 semiauto business. Thanks for appreciating the article! Ive got a few other projects to put to bed first, but will reach out, when its time! Associated taxes and fees will be the responsibility of the winner. They took what they considered to be the best features of guns from the past and combined them with the advancements of that day. Mike enlightened me that the actual original that Tom Campbell built and sent to Seyfried is (or was) for sale on Sportsmanslegacy.com a while back. I remember the Mountain Guns and always wished I had bought one. That load worked quite nicely on the only whitetail I ever shot with my 629-2, leaving cookie cutter divots in the ribs coming and going. They truly are tamers. The Classic Model 57 was introduced by S&W at the 2009 SHOT Show. Customized combat revolver with chopped hammer, thinned trigger guard and custom grips. Ive loaded it with that same Federal Cast Core or equivalent handload to protect my family on high altitude camping trips. Worked fine, accurate & reliable. (IV) Winners must undergo a background check (if needed) and comply with all other federal, state and local laws. Free Shipping, No Credit Card Fees. to market by nearly a decade, and it offered an easy-shooting, easily obtainable .44 Special alternative in much the same way as .357 Magnum users can enjoy a more laid-back .38 Special option. S&W is the largest manufacturer of handguns in the United States. Regards, Gearchecker I hear you, Spencer. This proves that they can still make them if they choose to. The cross-section of .41 Mag. But the .41 Mag.much like the 10mm Autohas managed to gather a dedicated cult following. Of course, I dont have strong opinions on this topic! is to appreciate it. View. Box 1926, Escondido, CA 92033. Thanks for taking the time to write this piece. arrived around the turn of the 20th century, and then 35 years later was lengthened to become the .357 Mag. Winners will be notified by certified mail on official letterhead. All Shooting Times subscribers now have digital access to their magazine content. ; ^ ), Well spoken, Sir. Chambered in .41 Rem Mag. 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