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Offline bwbass

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41 mag question
« on: October 08, 2008, 01:52:58 PM »
i just bought a used s&w model 657 stainless steel from a local gun shop.but i can't find much information on mine which has a 5" barrel.it has smith and wesson on one side of the barrell and 41 on the other.it came with a wood box with blue lining and the gun fits perfectly.any thoughts?   thanks
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Re: 41 mag question
« Reply #1 on: October 08, 2008, 02:39:17 PM »
What do you want to know?  Look under the crane and let us know the dash number (if there is one).  If you want to know the age, a serial number of the form 123xxx would be good.

I had a Model 57 a long time back with the 8 3/8" barrel.  I didn't shoot it much because that beautiful box sort of implied I had to keep it pristine.  My thought would be to get rid of the box and enjoy shooting the revolver.

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Re: 41 mag question
« Reply #2 on: October 09, 2008, 01:05:32 PM »
the serial # AVA1XXX,but what i was curious was that when i searched the internet,they show or talk about 3",4",6" or larger barrels.any information on the 5" barrel 657's? i got it last friday and took it to the range sunday and was very pleased with the gun.                          thanks
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Re: 41 mag question
« Reply #3 on: October 09, 2008, 01:18:12 PM »
For sure, a dandy revolver! As for the 5" barrel, it is not a stock item, but was either a custom order, or someone thought Elmer Kieth knew more than most and emulated his preference by having the barrel lobbed at the 5" mark. I'm sure it doesn't hurt the value or the way it shoots, and for sure packs easier than a 6". I agree, forget the box and shoot it, with delight!

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Re: 41 mag question
« Reply #4 on: October 09, 2008, 04:49:46 PM »
Then again.....where did you measure from?
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Re: 41 mag question
« Reply #5 on: October 11, 2008, 03:39:02 AM »
should be a fine shootin piece. if i didn't like mine so much i'd offer for trade on a model 29 mountain gun.
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Re: 41 mag question
« Reply #6 on: October 24, 2008, 11:39:06 AM »
I love my 657 4".  I've never seena 5"
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Re: 41 mag question
« Reply #7 on: October 26, 2008, 02:21:36 AM »
I've never own a stainless S&W pistol, that came with a presentation case?
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Re: 41 mag question
« Reply #8 on: November 01, 2008, 02:24:34 PM »
Sounds like a very nice gun.  I have two 4 in Smiths, a 57 and 657 MG.  Sometimes I've wished for a little more barrel but not 6 inches.  Shoot it, enjoy it.  Love those 41s.
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Re: 41 mag question
« Reply #9 on: November 01, 2008, 07:03:23 PM »
Looks like 657 (dash nada) was made in 1986.  They were made in those first few years with 4", 6" and 8 3/8" barrels, so your measurement is either a fluke, or the barrel shortened later, or it was a custom order.  A bit later they dropped the 4". 

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