Looks like a RNFP of some design. 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. I wish I had some personal experience with one, I dont though. Large frame stainless magnum revolver, 6" barrel with shrouded ejector, chambered for the powerful . P, New Old Stock Ruger Blackhawk Three Screw .41 Magnum, Single-Action Revolver, 6.5" Barrel Wood Grips, Blued Frame Finish, With Box. They just needed a digital image of our patch to do it. Im glad they brought the 610 back, but an N Frame seems overlarge for the 10mm cartridge when you have that L frame out there, I have a 7 shot L frame Mountain lite in 357, along with a 44 magnum Mountain Gun, both being some of my favorite revolvers. The .38 Spl. Both have been totally tuned and feature case hardened frames. I have several Mountain Guns and a pair of the Mountain Revolvers. Very good condition metal, light wear, small scratches. Campbell put a set of Pachmayr Gripper stocks on the gun and test fired it. The item is on display at o, Up for sale is a super clean model 57 with 4 inch barrel. Winners will be notified by certified mail on official letterhead. Keith bullet will give about 1,400 fps, again depending upon barrel length. 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 owned two 657 Mountain Guns and of course regret selling both. Did I miss something? Featured-rich and enhanced for better performance, our firearms maintain production line integrity. Doug Hellstrom and Bill Gunn of Smith & Wesson agreed to bring out the gun .. Im to the point where its all I hunt with anymore with a 16 carbine. Campbell appreciated the graceful look the chamfer provided on Seyfrieds 629. 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. I will let the pictures show the condition. View. If you carry an N frame, a tapered barrel 4 is the best way to stay on good terms with your chiropractor in my experience too. 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. This is a Monson gun. The .44 Magnum will do the most in the platform and would be the best choice for Alaska duty. Thank you, Jim! The .41 began in none other than famed gun expert and visionary Elmer Keith's mind. One of the reasons this bullet is such an excellent performer is the fact its long nose fills out the cylinder to the end. 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). In my mind a proper N frame has square grips and at least a 4 barrel. Blued finish with very light rings on the cylinder Overall shows very little use. Associated taxes and fees will be the responsibility of the winner. 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. Its difficult to not compare the .41 Mag. S&W wisely decided to catalog the Model 629-2 Mountain Gun as a production gun, and made 5,000 of them in the initial run. Hey Darryl, I think your memory is correct, too. To the best of my knowledge, the early Mountain Revolvers were all chambered in .44 Magnum on the standard N frame. No purchase necessary. Only one left, a 3rd HE. Required fields are marked *. Required fields are marked *. LARGE. Come on, S&W! The guns were developed in the 1960s by Robert Mainhardt and Art Biehl through their joint company MB Associates. The original prototype Mountain Gun mentioned above is currently listed for sale. The Classic Model 57 was introduced by S&W at the 2009 SHOT Show. I have no complaints. In addition to coming with a micro-adjustable rear sight, the Model 57 also had target-type stocks. Theyre finely crafted and between the finger groves and sharp checkering, give me all the purchase I need. from his friend, the late Hal Swiggett. Joseph VonBenedikt is with Joel Hodgdon to talk about the improved accuracy and long-range potential of the already reliable Core-Lokt ammo line. Sales werent great, and this line of thinking eventually resulted in the Model 24 being discontinued in 1966. I didnt see this mentioned, but unless Im hallucinating my early Mountain Revolver (not GUN) has a K/L grip frame. Now, what did you do for lunch, yesterday? Great article, Kevin. Smith & Wesson Model 57 No Dash,41 Magnum! No substitutions or transfers to a third party are allowed. (II) Limit one entry per household. When I was a young Federale in a Midwestern city that wasnt Detroit, I used to read Mr. Marshalls writings all the time. and glad youre going to carry it. Rifling is strong and bright. Holstering it makes you realize the chamfer on the cylinder front of factory Mountain Guns isnt just cosmetic- it definitely makes them holster easier in a tight leather rig. I am a Mountain Gun fan. Mikey Hartman, Lt. Col. "SN: S256822. It was identical to the original except for the chambering. To get started, click the link below to visit mymagnow.com and learn how to access your digital magazine. And it shoots! IMPORTANT SAFETY RECALL NOTICE FOR SMITH & WESSON . Giveaway prizes may have evidence of being test fired or exhibit minor handling marks. I remember the Mountain Guns and always wished I had bought one. (II) Limit one entry per household. 357 MAGNUM The shorter barrels had the micrometer rear, but wore a Baughman ramp front sight. The 624 was as good as the guns of old. Coke bottle grips and sights with white outlines and red ramps became the norm. He started his career carrying a revolver and has always been partial to them. My .41 Magnum Mountain Guns are the only ones I have that have the normal caliber and Mountain Gun engravings on the barrel. I decided to have it converted into a Mountain Gun and carry it in his honor. JHP from CORBON, were the only game in town for controllable Mountain Gun loads. You will be well armed as you roam. He took one of the first 4.0-inch specimens with him to Alaska and brought down a pair of caribou (at typically lengthy Keith yardages), and he was thoroughly impressed with the cartridge and the revolver. Classic Ruger single action revolver manufactured in 2002. He is a master firearms instructor through NMDPS and continues to instruct in retirement. How about getting a .41 Mag. 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. This pistol is in great condition. There is a couple of very light scratches on bottom of the trigger guard but other than that, Up for sale is a rare early model 57 in the Velour presentation case. I bet that 629 was a source of comfort up there! So unless you lay hands on a load thats really out of the ordinary, youre unlikely to run out of clicks. Thankfully, the action was as good as any MIM parts action I had felt. The Hand Ejectors culminated in the 4th Model in 1950. No substitutions or transfers to a third party are allowed. The cross-section of .41 Mag. MODEL 351 PD. As far as I can determine, there was only one production run of the 657 Mountain Gun. Factory warranties may apply in some cases. Chambered in .44 Special, it could be sanely handloaded to drive a cast 250-grain Keith bullet to 950-1000 fps. Rhino Roller Loads? Hard to find. It was equipped with the internal lock and the bluing looked black, in comparison to older revolvers. IMPORTANT SAFETY RECALL NOTICE FOR SMITH & WESSON . Even today, in 2022, Detroit does not issue hollow points. Blackhawks. Seyfried sent the cylinder to Campbell so he could reproduce it for his project gun. The Smith & Wesson Model 57 is a large frame, double-action revolver with a six round cylinder, chambered for the .41 Magnum cartridge, and designed and manufactured by the Smith & Wesson firearms company.The gun was designed as a weapon for law enforcement agencies. 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 This revolver has an extremely smooth double-action, one of the smoothest we've had here at D4, we the trigger must have some custom work. would be offered in the Mountain Gun configuration. All entries must be received by giveaway end date. This proves that they can still make them if they choose to. It sure makes a difference in the feel of the gun IMO. The consummate hunting handgun, scarce in this califber and configuration. Performance Center Edition. Its incredible, Wow, Derek! an ancestry by coming up with the round after the fact. Its a sweet spot load also, full house Mags are just too much for me. The Target Model of 1950 with a 4 barrel was the epitome of a practical sixgun. I always walk away from this site more intelligent than I showed up. Compact, folding design. By and large whats replaced them are plastic semi-auto junk guns and cheesy MIM/ internal-lock revolvers. The .41 Remington Magnum is plain potent medicine. Someday I hope to take a sight picture on a mule deer with a Mountain Gun, and mine will be similarly loaded, Ill bet.I ordered the same holster from Milt Sparks after seeing it on Seyfrieds hip and I agree with your assessment completely. He created a special fixture to grind the black powder scallop on the leading edge of the cylinder. of 1955 is nothing more than a lengthened .44 Spl., which goes back to 1907 and was itself simply a lengthened version of the .44 Russian of 1871. .41 Remington Magnum, Excellent overall condition. Ive been able to acquire the 357, 41 mag, 44 mag, 45LC, 45acp mountain guns and each of them are very fun revolvers. Built on a l. Very good overall condition. 41 MAGNUM $1169. This Dan Wesson .41 Mag. Of course, for day-in, day-out recreational shooting, handloaders can always brew up civilized facsimiles of the original Police Load (or even something kinder and gentler). Joseph Von Benedikt shows his custom 500 and how well it shoots. No substitutions or transfers to a third party are allowed. Back about 30 years back, I did have a love fest with the S&W Magna Classic .44 Magnums with 5 barrels, round butt, and so nicely balanced. That change incorporated the newly developed short throw hammer, known today as the short action. Ill do my part, Sir. MODEL 57 - S&W CLASSICS 6" .41 MAGNUM. I had no idea how much theyd go up in valueyet another stupid move on my part. I carried and used my original Mountain Revolver extensively with Black Talon .44 Magnum ammunition all over both urban Southern California and fishing the Eastern Sierras. brass has been offered by Starline. The S&W 57 basically felt like another classic. We show you how. Enjoy them, take care of them and pass them on to some one else to enjoy. They took what they considered to be the best features of guns from the past and combined them with the advancements of that day. (IV) Winners must undergo a background check (if needed) and comply with all other federal, state and local laws. They also did a blued Model 25-13 .45 Colt in 2004. As new in blue plastic box with lock, papers and keys. Evan Marshall. rounds work just fine in .41 Mag. A standard no one except Keith could exceed until he lead the . 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? I would have eagerly purchased both if it wasnt for the darned lock, which was a deal breaker for me. It is in the Wood Presentation Case with all the papers and tools. For more info: Campbell selected the then-new round butt frame for the project. Mr. Smith, I commend you for picking up that 625-6, even if it was a round butt! Thank you, Tony. (II) Limit one entry per household. As befits a sidearm intended for the LE market, the Model 58 could be had for a department-friendly $96 (blued). The price goes beyond the asking for forgiveness instead of permission rule in my house. The Smith and Wesson Model 657 is a large-framed revolver chambered in .41 Mag. 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. Sorry about the mortgage pondering! View. Headquartered in Springfield,. The second Smith & Wesson .41 Mag. Thanks to Tommy Campbell and Ross Seyfried for the impact they have made on the industry, and on me. The term .44 Hand Ejector referred to the size of the frame, not necessarily the caliber. Free Shipping, No Credit Card Fees. Thanks for reading it and for commenting, Sir. Winners must respond within 30 days of receiving notification or an alternate winner will be selected. They followed this with one chambered in .45 ACP soon after. Winners must respond within 30 days of receiving notification or an alternate winner will be selected. I have used my standard 220-gr. Its good to know that Mr. Marshall is still kicking; the last thing I read from him was shortly after he retired and went to Roscommon County. first appeared in the S&W Model 57, based The longer a bullet is, all other things being equal, the more accurate it should be at long range. It is that, David. Mag. Smith & Wesson Model 57 41 Magnum 6" Barrel 150481 - Factory New, "SN:N367929, circa 1970's; .41 Magnum, 6"" barrel. 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. All Shooting Times subscribers now have digital access to their magazine content. Lay-a-way available for this firearm. Accuracy was exceptional, stacking these big bullets into a grapefruit-sized group at 50 yards from field positions. (I) Giveaway ends May 31, 2023. Tom Campbell was in a unique position to make the gun he and Seyfried dreamed about a reality. As far as I can determine, there was only one production run of the 657 Mountain Gun. 22 LR $839. Coming with(one) 17-round and (two) 23-round magazines, the in-stock magazine storage w/ quick-release latch makes reloading convenient and quick. USED Smith and Wesson 657 41 magnum 3" barrel, 6 round cylinder WE DO NOT SHIP INTERNATIONALLY. Moreso in the winter when I can layer up to hide it well. Lyman Keith bullet #410459 over 20 grains of #2400 was developed. Out of Stock. (Of course, all with the option of not having that accursed lock.). Prizes will not be awarded if illegal in jurisdiction of winner(s). Todays S&W catalog shows only two revolvers with tapered barrels- both from the classic line. To make an offer please complete the form below: Minimum price for the offer must be greater than or equal to $0. Tight 1 groups are the norm at 100 yards and I have had many 3-shot groups come in just over 1/2 using the Hornady 210-gr. The Ruger was just too big to carry while fishing, and the Mountain Gun was perfect. 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). I have seen exactly one 657 Mountain Gun in the flesh. Smith & Wesson offered two basic models in the chambering. and subsequently in the Bisley Model. I wish I could find a snub in it for as a carry companion. Wow. but are really fully functioning reproductions of the products that were once a part of the standard S&W line.. The second Smith & Wesson .41 Mag. You know Tom Laemlein. Thanks again for a great article. Smith And Wesson Model 57 Classic Revolver $1,129.00 Item # SW150481. I wish the mothership was listening to you, Mike 2. .41 Remington Magnum. You can only carry a few of em at a time anyway. Lighter and tougher and more precise than ever, it's the perfect back country hunting rifle. Joseph Von Benedikt is with Rafe Nielsen of Browning to take a look at a new X-Bolt series rifle. Those who take up the .41 Mag. This means you have the option to read your magazine on most popular phones and tablets. Store Hours-Thurs-Fri-10AM-8PM Sat-, NEW PRICE Listed is a like new unfired, Smith & Wesson, Model 57, No Dash, 41 Mag Revolver. Tailwheel, you are set up! WE DO NOT SHIP INTERNATIONALLY $40 Shipping. Jordan Troopers really help tame the recoil. It was accurate with everything fired, but most factory .41 ammo was geared towards the hunting market and gave significant recoil and blast from the little gun. Deployed military should use stateside address. 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. Come join the discussion about performance, gunsmithing, troubleshooting, reviews, accessories, classifieds, and more! The grips on todays Model 57 Classics are different from the originals in that they are not as beefy as the target-type grips on the original, but the gun does have the true square-butt frame like the original and unlike most other current S&W revolvers that share a common K/L/N-Frame round butt. Compare. Wesson, gave birth to the .357 Smith & Wesson Magnum. I decided a few years ago I needed to thin down and I managed to clean out all of the 24 family, and other great .44 Specials. Excellent overall condition. Weekend Knowledge Dump- April 29, 2022 | Active Response Training. (III) Giveaway winner(s) chosen by random drawing. Although it obviously didnt reach advertised carbine levels of 1,600 fps or so from the 6.0-inch barrel, it did average 1,418 fps and was quite accurate. Smith & Wesson Model 57 with Nickel finish and 8 3/8 barrel. The Mountain Guns were certainly among the most beautiful to come out of Smith and Wesson, ever. No purchase necessary. This loading with the 220-gr. I hunted with a Ruger Super Blackhawk in 44 magnum so I was already set up as a reloader. He also studied first-generation Colt Single Action Army cylinders to make sure the cylinder had the correct radius for the cylinder diameter. He wrote an excellent article about it in the October 1989 edition of Guns & Ammo magazine. (I) Giveaway ends September 30, 2022. They can still manufacture a one-piece tapered barrel if they choose to. Free Shipping, No Credit Card Fees. 100% trustworthy and solid as a rock. HANDGUNS. Thanks for the work you did in Detroit and also for the ammo info you have tirelessly provided. Just what I needed on a Sunday afternoon! was a 4 Model 58 which looked much like a slightly larger Military & Police. Made around 1965. $50 PREPAID CARD. Freedom Arms 10" .41 Mag. I will follow your lead on hardware choices if I ever make it to Alaska. As a big bore fan, these are some of my favorites. Seyfried refers to the original as the Mountain Revolver in his article. For the lower 48, I think it is about the Perfect Packin Pistol. 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. I believe they built a 7 shot Mountain Lite in .357 for a bit, and they teased us with the 646 in .40 S&W around 2003. Your email address will not be published. They also feature the smooth double action, and crisp single action trigger pulls that customers have come to expect from Smith & Wesson. Thank you kindly for reading it and for shouting out, Sir. | Enough so that Smith & Wesson has kept the Model 57 in the stable as a member of its highly regarded Classics lineup. Make sure to watch till the end. Thank you, Kevin. The Mountain Gun series features a special light contour 4" barrel. They finally conceded and released the Model 24-3 in 1983. I didnt get one until recently, in 45 Colt. There is magic in a 4 skinny barrel N frame so loaded, I think! Gun has been fired and shows slight handing marks in the finish and the grip. WFNs around 980 fps work just fine for woods loads. Serial number CCU9230. Contest void where prohibited by law. Thanks Kevin, you have re-affirmed my love affair with the 657 Mountain Guns. Trooper stocks on your MG. As a street copper in Detroit from 1969-89, my focus was on one N frame, the Model 58 .41 Magnum. Smith & Wesson paid attention and released a Model 625 .45 Colt Mountain Gun in the mid 90s. Products from the Performance Center are the ultimate expression of old-world craftsmanship blended with modern technology. My well-worn 1969 Guns & Ammo Annual lists identical prices for both guns: a cool $165. To protect the privacy and security of winners, names will not be made public. Skeeter was pretty astute! Overall Length: 11.5 in. ), Any chance of sharing what those bullets are in the stag stocked .44spl pic? Thanks! S&W is the largest manufacturer of handguns in the United States. The mountain guns are among my favorite smith offerings. Upon discovering this, I ordered one directly from the factory. .41 Magnum, 8 3/8 Inch Barrel, S&W Presentation Case, SMITH & WESSON MODEL 657 41 MAGNUM REVOLVER, Smith & Wesson Model 57 41 Magnum 6" Barrel 150481, Dan Wesson Model 41 41 Magnum V6 & VH4 - 144. Keiths Lyman #410459, sized to .411, weighs 208 grains as cast by my buddy Mark. BTW, being something of a Seyfried acolyte in my younger days, I have always carried my Mountain Revolver in a 200AW from Milt Sparks. XTP over 22.0 grains of Accurate #9. The Model 57 was simply the .44 Mag. He swore he bought it new that way, I didnt believe him until the Mountain Revolver came out. There he worked in the uniform bureau and narcotics enforcement section and did two tours in the NMSP Training Bureau, retiring as a Sergeant in 2011. and .44 Mag., .41 Spl. Pictures, Sturm Ruger & Co. ~ New Model Blackhawk ~ .41 Magnum, Smith & Wesson Model 57, Cal. Ill be happy to help you find a home for any other surplus Model 58s you have hanging around! Subscriber Services. This was the type of revolver Campbell and Seyfried wanted. It made happy to think of you carrying that Mountain Revolver stoked with Black Talons all over Southern California. 2023 Outdoor Sportsman Group. Wow. The Mountain Gun was subject to the same engineering changes as any other Model 629: The endurance package; The transition to Metal Injected Molding (MIM) parts; Floating firing pins; New-style thumb pieces, and; Internal key locks. is to appreciate it. How cool would that be? I thought they were very attractive guns, and the lighter snouts made them handle well, but they apparently didnt sell very well. Its nice and tough, so they stand up to all the heavy loads you can stand to shoot. (III) Giveaway winner(s) chosen by random drawing. The .41 Magnum saw law enforcement use in the Smith & Wesson models 57 and 58. (IV) Winners must undergo a background check (if needed) and comply with all other federal, state and local laws. That .44 was a constant companion during his days as a professional hunter in Africa, too. With the guns traditional plowshare grips, heavy loads tend to cause the gun to roll upward in recoil. must hold on to them as while its relatively easy to find both .357 Mag. (Wellat least I have more informationIll leave it at that! Performance Center Edition. for the police and sheriffs departments over the country that dont care for the recoil of the big .44? I told him, Bill, there never was a better time. Great to hear from you, Rob, and glad you enjoyed Kevins excellent article. I know the 24s and 624s you passed on to others were well taken care of; may they be appreciated and enjoyed. This was also the first time a .41 Magnum had left the factory without a bull barrel. I never carried one on duty, but I have relied on a Model 58 or 57 Mountain Gun since retirement to get me home safe on many occasions. Excellent, light wear, small scratches. PISTOL; REVOLVER; . Great article! Ill bet that 210 XTP did the job nicely on that doe. Weight, Empty: 47.6 ounces Grips: Checkered walnut Finish: Blued Sights: Micro-adjustable white-outline rear, pinned red-ramp front Im picturing that nickel plated 27-2 Molehill Gun- Sweet! Free Shipping, No Credit Card Fees. The reason? They give deep penetration and cut big sharp holes. One of the earliest talking points concerning the .41 Mag. The most accurate sixgun John has ever encountered is this But the .44 Magnum, smug for a time as the world's most powerful revolver cartridge, had a firm grip on headlines. Hey Brett, that is a sweet spot. It should be noted that felt recoil was particularly feltnot surprisinglywith the 250-grain Federal CastCore and 240-grain Winchester Platinum Tip. Compare. My initial experience with factory .45 Colt ammo was disappointing. I have read that article more than any other- Seyfried captured the magic with it. They are not only good-looking sixguns, but they also handle much easier with this barrel length. Filling a mule deer tag using a Mountain Gun is on my bucket list, too. It features good walnut grips, target type sights, and good blue with a small amount of wear at the muzzle. .41 Remington Magnum, Nice single action pistol chambered in .41 Rem Mag. The lowest velocity extreme spread was 42 fps, and the highest was 63 fps. Smith & Wesson did at least one additional run of 625 Mountain Guns in each .45 caliber. The balance created by the slim, short barrel was just right. When S&W starts making them again, Im okay with them starting with that one! Well, to me the Federal CastCore and Winchester Platinum Tip represent the top end of anything Id want to want to run through a nice N-Frame revolver. Ive found this to be true as far as it goes, provided you dont bark your thumb on the edge of the hammer (ask me how I know this). Target variants were typically delivered with a 6.5 barrel and were equipped with Smiths micrometer click-adjustable rear sight and a Patridge front sight. Full-house magnums are best fired in moderation through a 4 Model 29, even more so with a Mountain Gun. Before there were scopes or red dots there were iron sights. Zach, do you remember the 620? I honestly dont think I have ever bumped into a 686 Mountain Gun. Looking back, Seyfried gave that blueprint for ammo choices in his 1989 article, amongst many other bits of wisdom. brass to .44 Spl. Comes with wooden display case. 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!). A World Record Attempt and everyone is out at the range shooting and practicing. Everything was done properly; then came the .41 Mag. Tommy Campbell and Ross Seyfried discussed their thoughts on the perfect revolver. 41 REM MAG (1) 44 MAG . bullet. load at more than 1,400 fps. It is from my p. S&W Model 57-1 fitted with a 8 3/8 inch barrel, red ramp front sight, white out-line adjustable rear sight, target hammer, target trigger, checkered coco bolo target grips with S&W medallions. Love this article; 45 Colt is my favorite cartridge to hand load. I would be in trouble I couldnt get out of! They agreed that the aesthetics and light weight of the pre-war .44 Hand Ejectors were peerless. Oh well we are all just temporary caretakers. He served for 23 years, the last 19 with the New Mexico State Police. The .44 Remington Magnum offers big bullets going real fast, at least for a pistol. If we had known what was coming. He had worked for many years at S&W; First as a model maker and then as a test technician. 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. Glad you got reunited with a Model 58, Evan, and very glad to hear from you in the comments! If I remember correctly, the original run of .44 Magnum guns were not Mountain Guns, they were called Mountain Revolvers. Compare. Associated taxes and fees will be the responsibility of the winner. It's my go to woods gun, and I don't imagine anything replacing it either. 1/3 Down, a 1/3 in 30 Days 1/3 in 60 Days. Sometimes things just dont happen the way they should. Manufactured in 1975/76. Yes Sir, those are Herrett Jordan Troopers on my 629. This was the first time a .44 Magnum had been released with a tapered barrel, and it was well-received by the shooting public. Thank you for writing in, Marv, and for appreciating the article! 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