It was the coolest gun Id ever seen. The cross-section of .41 Mag. You didnt say there would be a test. #452424 to 920 fps. to lengthen to become the .41 Mag. 41 MAGNUM $1169. If I remember correctly, the original run of .44 Magnum guns were not Mountain Guns, they were called Mountain Revolvers. Manufacture da, Very Lightly Handled Ruger Blackhawk Three Screw .41 Magnum, Single-Action Revolver, 6.5" Barrel Wood Grips, Blued Frame Finish, With Box. The .41 began in none other than famed gun expert and visionary Elmer Keith's mind. S&Ws Matt Spafford set me straight: The Smith & Wesson Classics line is a subset of the main Smith & Wesson line. Based on your description, it does sound incredible! Wow. 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!). (IV) Winners must undergo a background check (if needed) and comply with all other federal, state and local laws. I downsized the calibers I load for and walked away from the .41 Magnum when money was tight. I bet the prices at auction sites like GunBroker always get a little bump when we run these articles! I carry the SWCs in the gun but use the WFNs in my speedloaders in case things get sporty. The Ruger was just too big to carry while fishing, and the Mountain Gun was perfect. Deployed military should use stateside address. It is that, David. I really like the look of the Herrett (?) Just as with the .357 Mag. Unfluted cyl, full length shroud, 7 1/2 incher. Manufactured in 1977/78. The guns were developed in the 1960s by Robert Mainhardt and Art Biehl through their joint company MB Associates. Smith & Wesson Model 57 with Nickel finish and 8 3/8 barrel. These revolvers were a limited production item manufactured in 1998-99 only. The vapor-blasted finish was replaced with the now common, matte stainless finish soon after the first run. I wear it in a chest rig in my jeep when out in the mountains. In my mind a proper N frame has square grips and at least a 4 barrel. 2016 to 2023 RevolverGuy.com, All Rights Reserved. Were they a special run for the NMSP? Later models would have full under-lugged barrels and before the end of the century the .41 Mag. Thank you, Jim! The idea that led to Smith & Wessons Mountain Gun started as a conversation between two world class shooters. 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. Smith & Wesson made one run of Model 29-8 blued Mountain Guns in 2003. I asked them to use the grip screw hole for the zero in my friends call sign, 606. Those darn round grips. While the difference may be noticeable if youre talking about the old .41 Police Load or Winchesters current 175-grain Silvertip, at a full-house power level many experienced handgunnersincluding Jeff Cooperclaimed to be unable to see any significant difference between the two. Thanks for taking the time to write this piece. 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. Rib on the 6-inch barrel has started to develop a purple hue. Single-action fans often claim this makes recoil less onerous. The consummate hunting handgun, scarce in this califber and configuration. Well, someone who likes the Model 57 needs to advise you. arrived around the turn of the 20th century, and then 35 years later was lengthened to become the .357 Mag. 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 MBA GyroJet pistols are unique and one of the most unconventional firearms ever produced. 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. There isn't a much better combination for solid firepower and good handling. Free Shipping, No Credit Card Fees. 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. I have these two Rugers turned into 51/2 Perfect Packin Pistols by Alan Harton and Ben Forkin. jacketed bullets. $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. modern JHPs. New 29-8 S&W Mountain Gun NIB Smith Wesson 44 mag. Appears unfired. ; ^ ), Well spoken, Sir. Of course, this proved to be a highly subjective assessment. Its a little expensive. Oh well we are all just temporary caretakers. How about getting a .41 Mag. Fallin off ain't embarrassin..not gettin back on is. The Mountain Gun series features a special light contour 4" barrel. 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. Freedom Arms 10" .41 Mag. Smith & Wesson 41 Pistol Gun #: 985434446 Seller: DGSGUNS GA Sales: 868 $1,349.00 Full Details More from this Seller 1 Image (s) NICE PRE-OWNED S&W MODEL 41 WITH 2 MAGS AND ORIG BOX Gun #: 998816272 Seller: On Target Training GA Sales: 5 $900.00 Full Details 3 Image (s) S&W MODEL 57-6 CLASSIC 41 MAGNUM Gun #: 974942443 Seller: Keith Woods $1,295.00 Minimum price for the offer must be greater than 0% of the Product. No substitutions or transfers to a third party are allowed. (III) Giveaway winner(s) chosen by random drawing. S&W has since included .41 Magnum revolvers in its Classics stable. 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. You make a very good point- we are just temporary caretakers. I know the 24s and 624s you passed on to others were well taken care of; may they be appreciated and enjoyed. After hearing about Evans good fortune, I think I should start volunteering to sweep the floors in your shop. Thats the sweet spot for controllability in a revolver of this weight. Sometimes things just dont happen the way they should. Im picturing that nickel plated 27-2 Molehill Gun- Sweet! 22 LR $839. Thankfully, the action was as good as any MIM parts action I had felt. 100% trustworthy and solid as a rock. Ill reach out to you about that. They just needed a digital image of our patch to do it. It made a great combination of gun and cartridge. Love this article; 45 Colt is my favorite cartridge to hand load. tested, giving velocities from 1,4501,550 fps depending upon barrel length, I really feel most S&W sixguns will last a lot longer if the load is cut back to around 19 grains. 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. Gun #: 966454149. The 6-shot revolver is fitted with a 4 inch barrel, smooth combat trigger, serrated ramped front sight, adjustable rear sight, and finger-groove Hogue style S&W rubber grips. Contest void where prohibited by law. 22 MAGNUM $839. I decided to have it converted into a Mountain Gun and carry it in his honor. Seyfried was a rancher from Colorado and fellow competitor who won the IPSC World Champion title in 1981 (with a lightly customized 1911 Government Model in Milt Sparks carry leather, no less). Rhino Roller Loads? I was very impressed with the Model 57 Classics. bullet at around 900 fps. was the first to be offered in the then-new chambering, it was soon followed by the Ruger Blackhawk single-action .41 Mag. bullet. Todays S&W catalog shows only two revolvers with tapered barrels- both from the classic line. Some thought that since the Magnum would also chamber and fire .44 Specials, there was no real need for the Model 24. 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. Id be happy to see some half-underlug L-frame options too. Out of Stock. Smith & Wesson Model 57 41 Magnum 6" Barrel 150481 - Factory New, "SN:N367929, circa 1970's; .41 Magnum, 6"" barrel. Skeeter Skelton was one of many sage shooters who was dismayed with the loss of the Model 24. My handloads with these types of bullets end up in the velocity window that Seyfried suggested back in the day- go figure. Great article I just discovered. He ground each chambers leading edge to shape one at a time on a surface grinder. His experimental pistol also led to the development of the Model 645 that truly got S&W into the .45 semiauto business. 22 MAGNUM $839. At first it was necessary to make brass by trimming .41 Mag. While the Smith & Wesson .41 Mag. first appeared in the S&W Model 57, based Thank you for writing in, Marv, and for appreciating the article! 41 Remington Magnum 44 Magnum . Coke bottle grips and sights with white outlines and red ramps became the norm. Its gratifying to know that they were RevolverGuys at heart. For target, hunting, and trail running, this 1986 Ruger Blackhawk will fit the bill. He was a hunter and an all-around handgunner; He was (and is) a gentleman respected by his peers. You got one of the original all business guns! 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. Thank you, J.R. Im glad you appreciated it! They do not feature the traditional Performance Center upgrades (action package, tuning, etc.) $50 PREPAID CARD. I took it for granted that Smith would just keep surprising us with new versions of this amazing six-gun. They are very handsome and handle recoil exceptionally well. 41 REM MAG (1) 44 MAG . 250gr hard cast at 850-900 (Skeeter Skelton Load.) Oh, for S&W to build them again, Your email address will not be published. Its a sweet spot load also, full house Mags are just too much for me. Thanks Scott! Its accuracy is noteworthy, and it makes a superior everyday round when fueled by Unique or Power Pistol to 1,050-1,115 fps. 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. Turns out, I was a bit off the mark. ALL FACTORY AND VERY CLEAN. He used the Target Model of 1950s barrel and rib profile as the template for his barrel. 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. I bought a pair for an N frame square and N frame round butt about 15 years ago. In shooting the new Model 57, I was extremely impressed with all loads both in terms of accuracy as well as consistency. Has a 6" barrel all original with hard case and paperwork. But the .41 Mag.much like the 10mm Autohas managed to gather a dedicated cult following. Ive loaded it with that same Federal Cast Core or equivalent handload to protect my family on high altitude camping trips. Among other things, he produces stunning pictorial weapons history articles. Prizes will not be awarded if illegal in jurisdiction of winner(s). 2 Image (s) Smith & Wesson 57 (150481) Gun #: 957943354. Compact, folding design. This loading with the 220-gr. XTP over H110. The reason? 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. Youre right about that silhouette, and they would be a dream to carry. A tip of the hat to Skeeter and all the others who made these classics possible! Today Smith & Wesson still offers .41 Magnums of different configurations from time to time. Ive been able to acquire the 357, 41 mag, 44 mag, 45LC, 45acp mountain guns and each of them are very fun revolvers. Wood grips are in excellent condition. As befits a sidearm intended for the LE market, the Model 58 could be had for a department-friendly $96 (blued). I would have eagerly purchased both if it wasnt for the darned lock, which was a deal breaker for me. 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. Kevin ran the firearms program and was the chief armorer for NMSP for 13 years. 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. 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). Thanks for reading it and for commenting, Sir. Save my name, email, and website in this browser for the next time I comment. Required fields are marked *. (IV) Winners must undergo a background check (if needed) and comply with all other federal, state and local laws. I have never felt the need for another holster. Come join the discussion about performance, gunsmithing, troubleshooting, reviews, accessories, classifieds, and more! But the Model 57 did, although primarily with discerning sportsmen (and, yes, collectors) seeking something different. The latter Mountain Guns were drilled and tapped, toosomething S&W started doing across the board, in 1993. Description S&W Model 57 Mountain Gun 41 Magnum Revolver New In Box. Available in different sizes and red dot ready, it'll fit your needs, whatever they are. . True Keith bullets, from two Lyman molds, as cast by my friend Mark, have been outstanding, too. (I) Giveaway ends September 30, 2022. You know Tom Laemlein. Buy a smith and wesson .41 magnum online. 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. The sixgun at bottom has It sure makes a difference in the feel of the gun IMO. .41 Magnum with a 4"" barrel. For the lower 48, I think it is about the Perfect Packin Pistol. It was a half-lug version of the 686 and it didnt last very long (nor did the fixed sight, 619, that had no shroud). Contest void where prohibited by law. Please take a minute and write them an email, SWBI looks like it could use the business! 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? Hey Darryl, I think your memory is correct, too. Evan Marshall. Deployed military should use stateside address. (I) Giveaway ends May 31, 2023. The Model 57 was simply the .44 Mag. The gun was vapor blasted to an all-business, no shine satin finish. of Israeli Defense Forces, joins David Fortier for an exclusive interview for Shotgun News. Thanks Kevin, you have re-affirmed my love affair with the 657 Mountain Guns. This was the first time a .44 Magnum had been released with a tapered barrel, and it was well-received by the shooting public. The Mossberg 500 Pump Action Shotgun is one of the most popular home defense shotguns on the market. Very good condition metal, light wear, small scratches. It accounted for many trophies there and fed his crew faithfully. This Dan Wesson .41 Mag. Youre sure welcome on the article, thanks for reading it. Smith & Wesson Guns for Sale Sort by Price: Low; High; Filter Department; Bolt Action Rifles . Some nicks on left side of barrel at the front sight and bottom of grips. 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. Regardless of the chambering, all the large frame guns wore tapered barrels up until 1955. They followed this with one chambered in .45 ACP soon after. (III) Giveaway winner(s) chosen by random drawing. Another home run Kevin. So unless you lay hands on a load thats really out of the ordinary, youre unlikely to run out of clicks. One, the adjustable-sight Model 57, was intended as a serious big-game revolver. Box 1926, Escondido, CA 92033. To protect the privacy and security of winners, names will not be made public. To protect the privacy and security of winners, names will not be made public. I hear you, Spencer. This New, Ruger, New Model Blackhawk, 41 Magnum, 6 1/2" barrel, blued, black finger groove rubber grips, SN: 46-93XXX, overall condition 97%, $995.00 + $50.00 shipping, This single action army inspired Ruger revolver features a 6-1/2 inch barrel, nice walnut grips, and .41 Magnum chambering.It hasn't been fired mush, if at all. Seller: AJGUNSNSTUFF. Action in, New .41 Mag. (Of course, all with the option of not having that accursed lock.). The N-frame is perfect for the .41caliber as well. Height: 6.0 in. Ill do my part, Sir. 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. I have seen exactly one 657 Mountain Gun in the flesh. Jordan Troopers really help tame the recoil. Kevin McPherson began his career as a police officer in New Mexico in 1987. Man, I overlooked the L frame Mountain Guns in this article, and now Im going to be scouting for one! Giveaway prizes may have evidence of being test fired or exhibit minor handling marks. Im glad guys like Tom Campbell were in a place to build them, too. The Hand Ejectors culminated in the 4th Model in 1950. 41 MAGNUM $1169. It's my go to woods gun, and I don't imagine anything replacing it either. All were square butt frames with .265 serrated triggers and .400 hammers. The 686-5 357 Mountain gun gets the most use by me. To protect the privacy and security of winners, names will not be made public. Now, what did you do for lunch, yesterday? Enjoy them, take care of them and pass them on to some one else to enjoy. Box 1926, Escondido, CA 92033. In 2005, they also released a blued 57-5 Mountain Gun. Kevin Massey. 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. Associated taxes and fees will be the responsibility of the winner. It looks like very early guns were marked that way. Winners must respond within 30 days of receiving notification or an alternate winner will be selected. Custom Mossberg 500 at the Range and Live Turkey!. 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. View all posts by Kevin McPherson. The velocity champ was Hornadys 190-grain FTX LEVERevolution loading. He wrote an excellent article about it in the October 1989 edition of Guns & Ammo magazine. I am a Mountain Gun fan. Interestingly, the elevation range in point of impact for all five loads tested at 25 yards was about 4.5 inches, well within the adjustment range of the Model 57s excellent micro-adjustable sight. Any sixgunner spending much time with the cartridge soon develops some favorite loads. True? And should you ever envision rapid-fire double-action shooting, the pull there was a short, manageable 10 pounds with no stacking that I could discover. I was dismayed to see that Montana Bullet Works is not currently showing this bullet, but they are still selling a gas checked version. Products from the Performance Center are the ultimate expression of old-world craftsmanship blended with modern technology. It is well-equipped for self-defense, hunting, or just an enjoyable day at the range. If you want a new, blued S&W these days thatll combine vintage appeal with performance, the companys Classics section is pretty much where youll find it. Since that 2009 re-introduction, the available variations have narrowed on this classic wheelgun to one. Great article. Performance Center Edition. MADE IN THE USA. Tommy Campbell and Ross Seyfried discussed their thoughts on the perfect revolver. an ancestry by coming up with the round after the fact. lengths, but in recent years properly headstamped .41 Spl. The finish is polished stainless steel , and came with 2 sets of grips one is of white pearl. My initial experience with factory .45 Colt ammo was disappointing. Sign-up now to get more revolver content every Wednesday! from his friend, the late Hal Swiggett. Knowing how bureaucracies work, I could believe either or both stories, but I think Mr. Marshall would be the guy to ask. S&W made a stainless Model 657 Mountain Gun in .41 Magnum in 1998 & 1999. Mail-in entries accepted; send postcards (no envelopes) to: American Handgunner Magazine, GOM Mar/Apr 2023, P.O. Ill bet that 210 XTP did the job nicely on that doe. The .41 Magnum saw law enforcement use in the Smith & Wesson models 57 and 58. and glad youre going to carry it. Manufactured in 1975/76. Factory warranties may apply in some cases. The Classic Model 57 was introduced by S&W at the 2009 SHOT Show. 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). Customized combat revolver with chopped hammer, thinned trigger guard and custom grips. LARGE. No substitutions or transfers to a third party are allowed. (IV) Winners must undergo a background check (if needed) and comply with all other federal, state and local laws. It was available for about 2 years before production ceased in 1984. PERFORMANCE CENTER MODEL 327 TRR8. S&W made a stainless Model 657 Mountain Gun in .41 Magnum in 1998 & 1999. Skeeter was pretty astute! They finally conceded and released the Model 24-3 in 1983. We show you how. I bought a 629-5 (no lock) in 2000 to carry in Colorado while fly fishing in the back country. over the .44 Mag. MODEL 317 KIT GUN. They came with Pachmayr grips, unlike the 1993 Mountain Gun, which came with Hogues. Thanks for the work you did in Detroit and also for the ammo info you have tirelessly provided. The narrow .400 hammer of old and the 624s smooth trigger were chosen for the lockwork. He also represented them at the highest levels of pistol competition in the late 70s and 80s. I always walk away from this site more intelligent than I showed up. Excellent! Deployed military should use stateside address. Like most S&W revolvers at that time, this Model 57 had a MIM trigger and hammer, and a frame mounted firing pin. I have a question for Mr. Marshall: I read (or was told) that when the Detroit PD issued Model 10s, they were nickel-plated for two reasons: 1) to make them look bigger, and 2) to make them easier to find if they were dropped. But trust me, its well worth it! 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. The original prototype Mountain Gun mentioned above is currently listed for sale. Its easy to shoot and keeps my chiropractor happy. 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. 1/3 Down, a 1/3 in 30 Days 1/3 in 60 Days. View. It carried comfortably in a belt holster and earned favor with savvy lawmen and outdoorsmen. No arguments on your Model 58 focus, what a pure fighting revolver. $40 Shipping via USPS. Either of these would do nicely for large hogs and bears, while everything else would certainly fit the bill for deer. Im unaware of an N frame Mountain Revolver that left the factory with other than N frame round butt dimensions. It is a powerful tool capable of launching a large, fast projectile suitable for anything youre going to use a magnum revolver on. It shipped with a .800 diameter bull barrel which added weight up front to help deal with the recoil the magnum produced. My .44 Mountain Gun has also seen some time in a duty holster loaded with 200 gr. Welcome to the forum from another 41 Mag nut. Of course, I dont have strong opinions on this topic! Full-house magnums are best fired in moderation through a 4 Model 29, even more so with a Mountain Gun. 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. Model 29 with smaller holes in the barrel and cylinder. Back when I worked for a living, there was a period when I carried a 4 Model 29 in the car as a bail-out gun, filled with rhino roller loads; and occasionally for off duty (with Special lead hollow point loads). 6.5 Creedmoor vs. 6.5 PRC: Which is Better? I know a guy who can make a pretty great holster and ingenious chest suspension system for it when I do. The frame is the same - large, robust, easy to handle and . Contest open to U.S. residents only. Everything was done properly; then came the .41 Mag. Pure business is right. He left S&W and went to work for Safariland shortly after production started, but the gun he left behind was a hot seller. The .38 Spl. Thanks, Rob. Prizes will not be awarded if illegal in jurisdiction of winner(s). They are getting harder to find and not to mention pricey. "SN: S256822. They are usually on my Mountain Guns when Im off the pavement, too. 2023 Outdoor Sportsman Group. Seller: TIM HATFIELD. Michael, that issue of Guns & Ammo sits in my nightstand drawer along with other special gun magazines. At first I thought the Classics line was part of the companys Performance Center. But that valuation may be low especially if it has papers and tools along with the case. It has a 6.5 inch barrel. Subscriber Services. Nice article! It takes craftsmen to assemble them, and it makes them more expensive, but I think the market would support them. The grip is a smooth hardwood, Guns Listing ID: 716925SMITH & WESSON 657-5 - .41 MAGNUM - 6 ROUNDS - 7.5 \, Nice Smith & Wesson model 57-1. MODEL 57 - S&W CLASSICS 6" .41 MAGNUM. SMALL. Seyfried nailed it back in the 80sthis is plenty of power, with mild manners, in the .45 Colt Mountain Gun. Few people have the experience with a .44 Magnum that Seyfried does. Thank You! Im to the point where its all I hunt with anymore with a 16 carbine. Now I have to resist the temptation to look and see how much Id have to increase the mortgage to get one, if one would even be findable. IMPORTANT SAFETY RECALL NOTICE FOR SMITH & WESSON . The times they have a changed. . One is the Model 27 in .357 Magnum, the other is the Model 25 Classic .45 Colt which is (inexplicably) only offered with a 6.5 barrel. No shockingly spiky leaps were to be seen here. The second Smith & Wesson .41 Mag. were quickly discovered; it recoiled slightly less and also shot much flatter at long distances. 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. 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