cannot be made into a .44, nor should it be, its an excellent performer in its own right. was a 4 Model 58 which looked much like a slightly larger Military & Police. I was dismayed to see that Montana Bullet Works is not currently showing this bullet, but they are still selling a gas checked version. I hear you, Spencer. Lay-a-way available for this firearm. Filling a mule deer tag using a Mountain Gun is on my bucket list, too. To the best of my knowledge, the early Mountain Revolvers were all chambered in .44 Magnum on the standard N frame. Thanks, Rob. I carried one almost everyday for 6 years, when I lived in Alaska. 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. After hearing about Evans good fortune, I think I should start volunteering to sweep the floors in your shop. Skelton had often hinted that the only way a Model 24 could be better was if it was made of stainless steel. The Colt Anaconda .44 Rem. Second Media Corp., 111 Peter Street, Suite 600, Toronto, Ontario, M5V 2H1, Canada. For the lower 48, I think it is about the Perfect Packin Pistol. For a better experience, please enable JavaScript in your browser before proceeding. Searched for a long time. Contest void where prohibited by law. This Dan Wesson .41 Mag. My .44 Mountain Gun has also seen some time in a duty holster loaded with 200 gr. The cost was very reasonable, and they turned out great. 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. Joseph Von Benedikt is with Jorge Spat to learn all about it. Jordan Troopers really help tame the recoil. Winners will be notified by certified mail on official letterhead. (III) Giveaway winner(s) chosen by random drawing. While we were attending the NRA convention in Washington, D.C., Bill Jordan, the old border patrolman, came to me and says, Elmer, youve got the .44 Mag. Depending on whom you talk to, Elmer Keith, Bill Jordan, and Skeeter Skelton all had a hand in convincing Smith & Wesson (along with ammomakers Remington and Norma) to join forces on the .41 project back in 1963. Campbell selected the then-new round butt frame for the project. If we had known what was coming. I use a S&W 624 (no dash) .44 Spl. I think S&W would be smart to return a half-lug model to the line, since the full lug of the 686 adds a lot of weight for a carry gun. Ill bet that 210 XTP did the job nicely on that doe. Thanks for the work you did in Detroit and also for the ammo info you have tirelessly provided. 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. No substitutions or transfers to a third party are allowed. 22 MAGNUM $839. How cool is that? was the first to be offered in the then-new chambering, it was soon followed by the Ruger Blackhawk single-action .41 Mag. Thanks Scott! The .41 Magnum saw law enforcement use in the Smith & Wesson models 57 and 58. Full-house magnums are best fired in moderation through a 4 Model 29, even more so with a Mountain Gun. Some nicks on left side of barrel at the front sight and bottom of grips. 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. Smoky Mountain Guns and Ammo ARCHERY RANGE BOW TECH TROPHY ROOM CONTACT US GIFT CARDS. would be offered in the Mountain Gun configuration. Description: Smith and Wesson Model 57-5 "Mountain Gun" .41 Magnum 4" BBL. Regardless of the chambering, all the large frame guns wore tapered barrels up until 1955. Excellent, light wear, small scratches. Thanks for reading it and for commenting, Sir. 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 No substitutions or transfers to a third party are allowed. A 3rd Model Hand Ejector was a good one to keep! It was offered in both blue and nickel in standard barrel lengths of 4, 6 and 83/8, and in 1986 the stainless steel counterpart of the Model 57, the Model 657, arrived in the same three standard barrel lengths. 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Nickel in Wood Presentation Case ANIB, Smith & Wesson Model 57, Cal. Customized combat revolver with chopped hammer, thinned trigger guard and custom grips. and glad youre going to carry it. The second Smith & Wesson .41 Mag. Its accurate, good-looking, and classy. I have used my standard 220-gr. Rae told me to send the big gun east. Employees and agents of Publishers Development Corp. are not eligible. Knowing how bureaucracies work, I could believe either or both stories, but I think Mr. Marshall would be the guy to ask. If anyone is listening at the mothership, it would be pretty cool if you brought them back, and while you are at it, build some L frames in the same configuration in .357, 10mm/40, and .44 mag (5 shot, of course). bullet. I would have eagerly purchased both if it wasnt for the darned lock, which was a deal breaker for me. How cool would that be? They hit to the same point of aim as my carry load with Keith 429421 bullets but are easier to sink into charge holes under stress for reloads. to the .44 Mag. A couple of his friends had a custom Model 629 built to commemorate his world championship. JHP from CORBON, were the only game in town for controllable Mountain Gun loads. Only one left, a 3rd HE. You had TWO of them, Brent??? BARREL IS 8 3/8''. of excellent quality are the Ruger Redhawk and the now long-gone Dan Wesson. Those who take up the .41 Mag. A Model 58 and a Model 442 will continue to bring you home quite well, I think. Compare. Seller: AJGUNSNSTUFF. Box 1926, Escondido, CA 92033. . The Model 629. were quickly discovered; it recoiled slightly less and also shot much flatter at long distances. It carried comfortably in a belt holster and earned favor with savvy lawmen and outdoorsmen. Of course, I dont have strong opinions on this topic! All entries must be received by giveaway end date. Factory warranties may apply in some cases. Performance Center Edition. Part Number:161300 Buds Item Number: 18184 Product Documentation (5 Reviews) Rating 4.8 out of 5 20% 3 Stars 2 Stars 1 Star SORT BY: Most Recent | Highest Ratings | Lowest Ratings Write Review Stephen S on 04/02/2022 Rating: 4 of 5 Stars! The Model 57 was simply the .44 Mag. All Shooting Times subscribers now have digital access to their magazine content. There was no .41 Spl. Theyre finely crafted and between the finger groves and sharp checkering, give me all the purchase I need. Manufactured in 1975/76. 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. Seller: Jays Guns and Accessories. Thank you, Tony. Built on a l. Very good overall condition. (I) Giveaway ends September 30, 2022. Store Hours-Thurs-Fri-10AM-8PM
Sat-, NEW PRICE Listed is a like new unfired, Smith & Wesson, Model 57, No Dash, 41 Mag Revolver. Kevin McPherson began his career as a police officer in New Mexico in 1987. Free Shipping, No Credit Card Fees. was a 4 Model 58 which looked much like a slightly larger Military & Police. Since that 2009 re-introduction, the available variations have narrowed on this classic wheelgun to one. Introduced by Remington in 1964, the .41 Magnum round has ties to both Elmer Keith and Bill Jordan. Just wanted to know year of production. The .44 Magnum with a 6 barrel weighed in at nearly 48 ounces. For target, hunting, and trail running, this 1986 Ruger Blackhawk will fit the bill. Looking back through my loading data, I ended up basically duplicating heavy .44 Special field loads for a 624, only in magnum cases. As a big bore fan, these are some of my favorites. 22 MAGNUM $839. Description: This is a New unfired S&W Mountain gun (57-5) chambered in 41 Magnum. Hard to find. Has a 6" barrel all original with hard case and paperwork. They do not feature the traditional Performance Center upgrades (action package, tuning, etc.) I really like the look of the Herrett (?) I bet the prices at auction sites like GunBroker always get a little bump when we run these articles! Thanks for writing in! He is a master firearms instructor through NMDPS and continues to instruct in retirement. 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. This isn't your grandpa's muzzleloading system. It also ushered in a shift in the way N-frames were built. Zach, the fact that S&W still catalogs a Model 27 Classic gives me hope. The conversation took place back in the 1980s, when these shooters were known for their prowess with semiautomatics in action pistol competition. Sell your smith and wesson .41 magnum for FREE today on GunsAmerica! 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. Contest open to U.S. residents only. 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. (Wellat least I have more informationIll leave it at that! That .44 was a constant companion during his days as a professional hunter in Africa, too. Wide Flat Noses and heavy-for-caliber Keith bullets can be had from 250-275 grains. The Classic Model 57 was introduced by S&W at the 2009 SHOT Show. Prizes will not be awarded if illegal in jurisdiction of winner(s). 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. sixgun, and Elmer Keith had much to do with it. Ace, I have carried both all day in the woods and I attest to the Mountain Gun being noticeably more trudge friendly than a standard Model 29. Maybe if enough of us send those emails, they will listen. They followed this with one chambered in .45 ACP soon after. Action in, New .41 Mag. That load was powerful enough for almost any need and was controllable in the handy 1950. Among other things, he produces stunning pictorial weapons history articles. Worked fine, accurate & reliable. My ability to remember obscure gun trivia far outweighs my ability to remember names and what I did five minutes ago. I just located a second one, and it is on the way to my local FFL, soon to be with me roaming TX, OK, NM, LA and other destinations. FIREARMS. rounds work just fine in .41 Mag. Whether you're shooting a pistol, revolver, or rifle, you can be sure your Performance Center gun is made with a close . Deployed military should use stateside address. jacketed bullets. (II) Limit one entry per household. They are beautiful and I am satisfied with the fit. NEW WINCHESTER WESTERN UNPRIMED 41 REMINGTON MAGNUM BRASS CASE 50 ROUND TO BOX $ 30.00 @ BO. This performance level can also be achieved in the .45 Auto Rim case loaded within .45 ACP +P pressures, if you happen upon a .45 ACP Mountain Gun. The second Smith & Wesson .41 Mag. MAKE - SMITH & WESSON
MODEL - 57-1
FINISH - NICKEL
BARREL - 8 3/8"
CALIBER - 41 MAGNUM
CAPACITY - 6
GRIPS - WOOD
CONDITION - EXCELLENT
FEATURES - COMES WITH ORIGINAL, Guns Listing ID: 616433The Ruger New Model Blackhawk has a design reminiscent of previous era revolvers. Compare. 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. Its gratifying to know that they were RevolverGuys at heart. The most accurate Freedom Arms I have ever experienced, which also makes it the most accurate sixgun I have ever shot, is the 10 .41 Mag. The Target Model of 1950 with a 4 barrel was the epitome of a practical sixgun. 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. Winners must respond within 30 days of receiving notification or an alternate winner will be selected. 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. At first I thought the Classics line was part of the companys Performance Center. Giveaway prizes may have evidence of being test fired or exhibit minor handling marks. XTP over H110. Velocities were anemic and accuracy was only mediocre with 200-250 gr. Thankfully, the action was as good as any MIM parts action I had felt. 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. This pistol is in great condition. This is mine, after putting on a new set of Hogue's on it. To protect the privacy and security of winners, names will not be made public. Factory warranties may apply in some cases. Associated taxes and fees will be the responsibility of the winner. Seyfried was right, it is hard to imagine a better revolver than yours for venturing into the woods. Either of these would do nicely for large hogs and bears, while everything else would certainly fit the bill for deer. arrived around the turn of the 20th century, and then 35 years later was lengthened to become the .357 Mag. Keiths Lyman #410459, sized to .411, weighs 208 grains as cast by my buddy Mark. He used the Target Model of 1950s barrel and rib profile as the template for his barrel. Its easy to shoot and keeps my chiropractor happy. I was also surprised to find that Trausch made grips for these guns. By and large whats replaced them are plastic semi-auto junk guns and cheesy MIM/ internal-lock revolvers. Smith & Wesson offered two basic models in the chambering. That S&W hasnt brought these back continues to amaze me. Winchesters Silvertip, and a 170 gr. I would love to find a pair for my 657MG. I confess to being a member of the .41 Magnum Cult, Guild, Band of Zealots, etc. That Model 69 is about the closest thing we have to a Mountain Gun these days, I think. Mr. Smith, I commend you for picking up that 625-6, even if it was a round butt! His experimental pistol also led to the development of the Model 645 that truly got S&W into the .45 semiauto business. No arguments on your Model 58 focus, what a pure fighting revolver. I worked with a dude in the late 80s that carried a round butt (before L frame RBs were a thing) 4 686 with that vapor blasted dull finish. Serial number - CCU9230. IMPORTANT SAFETY RECALL NOTICE FOR SMITH & WESSON . But do you know how to properly use them? No substitutions or transfers to a third party are allowed. And it shoots! It is a powerful tool capable of launching a large, fast projectile suitable for anything youre going to use a magnum revolver on. Built on a large carbo, Guns Listing ID: 553911First introduced in 1964 and now offered through the companys Classics line, the Smith & Wesson Model 57 is a robust revolver chambered in 41 Rem Mag. I downsized the calibers I load for and walked away from the .41 Magnum when money was tight. 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. Clean barrels, vapor blasted finish when you guys bring them back, please. Deployed military should use stateside address. $30.00 Shipping
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Wesson Model 57 is a double-action revolver chambered in 41 Rem Mag. ; ^ ). Free Shipping, No Credit Card Fees. Handloading with cast bullets completely transformed this guns performance. I believe that one was worth the long-time search. Very good condition metal, light wear, small scratches. 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). Mikey Hartman, Lt. Col. Charter Arms is making a 5 shot snub in .45 Colt, might be worth looking at. The extra weight changed the guns balance and robbed it of some of its nimble handling qualities. A really fine article, and much appreciated. However, the Model 58 didnt catch on for a couple of reasons (see the accompanying sidebar). The Model 57 was intended to use a 0.410-inch-diameter 210-grain JHP at a velocity of 1,400+ fps, while the 4.0-inch-barreled, bare-bones Model 58 (essentially an N-Frame take on a heavy-barreled, medium-frame Model 10sort of an M&P on steroids) was to be employed with a 210-grain lead SWC at a considerably more manageable 950 to 1,000 fps in Police Load trim. 22 LR $839. I contacted Jim Rae, who was running S&Ws Performance Center at the time, and asked if he could dig up a barrel. Id be happy to see some half-underlug L-frame options too. Just as with the .357 Mag. Seyfried wore out a couple of Model 29s mastering the .44 Magnum cartridge when he was younger, and carried a 4 Model 29 daily on his ranch. Thank you, Kevin. Come join the discussion about performance, gunsmithing, troubleshooting, reviews, accessories, classifieds, and more! Seldom has a new cartridge introduction been propelled by such a cast of sixgun luminaries as the .41 Magnum. was introduced in 1964, a standard heavy loading consisting of a 220-gr. I know the 24s and 624s you passed on to others were well taken care of; may they be appreciated and enjoyed. 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. Very good condition. Lyman Keith bullet #410459 over 20 grains of #2400 was developed. Sightings of these guns are few and far between. I had many rounds down range from various Model 29s and 629s and was no stranger to .44 Magnum recoil when I acquired a Mountain Gun. The idea that led to Smith & Wessons Mountain Gun started as a conversation between two world class shooters. Products from the Performance Center are the ultimate expression of old-world craftsmanship blended with modern technology. Deep blue finish on the rest of the gu, Smith & Wesson Model 57 No Dash,41 Rem. He also studied first-generation Colt Single Action Army cylinders to make sure the cylinder had the correct radius for the cylinder diameter. They finally conceded and released the Model 24-3 in 1983. As far as I can determine, there was only one production run of the 657 Mountain Gun. MODEL 57 - S&W CLASSICS 6" .41 MAGNUM. One of the reasons this bullet is such an excellent performer is the fact its long nose fills out the cylinder to the end. As usual, fantastic article. Chambered in .41 Rem Mag. I have a 41 mag mountain gun serial # cje8712. I carried that gun on duty for a bit before I retired, I had them put the patch on the right panel and the call sign of a fallen comrade on the left. The Model 29s are more modern versions of the gun that made the .44 magnums famous. Campbell appreciated the graceful look the chamfer provided on Seyfrieds 629. When the cylinder was complete, he assembled the gun and tuned the action. Coming with(one) 17-round and (two) 23-round magazines, the in-stock magazine storage w/ quick-release latch makes reloading convenient and quick. Compare. He was consistently a high finisher (usually in the top 5) in the big matches he competed inthe IPSC Nationals and Worlds, the Bianchi Cup, and the Steel Challenge, to name a few. Thank you, Kenneth! He ground each chambers leading edge to shape one at a time on a surface grinder. Any sixgunner spending much time with the cartridge soon develops some favorite loads. I even own one of Darryl Bs former duty guns that has quite a history SFPD, CA DNR, DEA, and a few other agencies before it retired to my safe.