Smith & Wesson S&W Model 657 No Dash .41 Mag 6″ DA/SA Revolver MFD 1987
SOLD FOR: $1027.99
LSB#: 211202RV11
Make: Smith & Wesson
Model: 657, The .41 Magnum Stainless
Serial Number: AUC1001
Year of Manufacture: 1987
Caliber: .41 Magnum
Action Type: 6-Shot, Single And Double Action Revolver with Swing-Out Fluted Cylinder
Markings: The left side of the barrel is marked “SMITH & WESSON”. The right side of the barrel is marked “41 MAGNUM”. The yoke cut is marked with the serial and model numbers. The right side of the frame is marked with the four line Marcas Registradas address, the sideplate has S&W’s monogram logo. The yoke and sides of the grip frame have inspection marks. The ejector rod recess is marked “S” and the rear face of the cylinder is marked “0”. The butt of the grip frame is marked with the serial number.
Barrel Length: 6″
Sights / Optics: The front sight is a serrated ramped blade, it is pinned to a ramped base that is integral to a serrated rib. The rear sight is an aftermarket Behlert white outline square notch target sight screwed to the topstrap.
Stock Configuration & Condition: The grip is a Pachmayr Gripper checkered black rubber grip with finger grooves. There are some scattered scuffs and light handling marks. The checkering is strong. There are no rips or tears. Overall, the grips are in about Fine condition.
Type of Finish: Stainless Steel
Finish Originality: Original
Bore Condition: The bore is bright and the rifling is sharp. There is no erosion in the bore.
Overall Condition: This handgun retains about 94% of its metal finish. There are some scattered scuffs, some have caused smooth spots. There are some scattered draglines from use and storage. There are some little nicks and scratches, the most noticeable are on the trigger guard. There is a turn line on the cylinder. There is a ding on the front of the front sight blade. The screw heads are sharp to lightly worn with strong slots. The markings are clear. Overall, this handgun rates in about Fine condition.
Mechanics: The action functions correctly. The double-action trigger is smooth and the single action is crisp. The cylinder lockup has very little play on all chambers. We did not fire this handgun. As with all used firearms, a thorough cleaning may be necessary to meet your maintenance standards.
Box, Paperwork & Accessories: Included is a soft case.
Our Assessment: This is a S&W Model 657 .41 Magnum Stainless revolver. It has a 6” barrel, stainless finish, aftermarket target rear sight, serrated ramp front sight, and an aftermarket Pachmayr grip. It is just like the earlier Model 57 except in stainless steel. The .41 Rem. Mag. was conceived by Elmer Keith and was originally intended for hunting and law enforcement use. He envisioned two different loads: a hot load for hunting and a milder police load. When used with heavy hunting loads, the .41 Magnum offers a flatter trajectory than the .44 Magnum, and can nearly equal its muzzle energy, especially in the new loadings available from Cor-Bon and Buffalo Bore. The .41 Magnum never caught on to the same extent as the smaller .357 or larger .44 Magnum, making these revolvers more scarce than the Models 627 and 629. This particular example is in Fine condition retaining a great bore and strong mechanics. This is a rugged revolver just waiting to be shot, this is a great find for the S&W collector or .41 Magnum fan. Please see our photos and good luck!