Dan Wesson Arms Mod. 740-V SUPERMAG 8” .357 Maximum Revolver Stainless

SOLD FOR: $1,425.00

LSB#: LSB260412RR005

Make: Dan Wesson

Model: 740-V Supermag 

Serial Number: S000939

Year of Manufacture: Circa 1991-1996 Palmer Location. 

Caliber: 357 SUPERMAG, aka 357 Maximum, aka 357 Remington Maximum aka 357 Max. 

Action Type:  Double Action Single Action Revolver with Swing Out Fluted Cylinder.

Markings: The right side of the frame is marked “WESSON FIREARMS / PALMER, MASS. U.S.A. / 357MS000939”.  The right side of the underlug is marked “.357 MAXIMUM CTG”. The left side of the barrel shroud is marked “SuperMag”. The inside of the crane cut is marked “SS”.  

Barrel Length: 8” Vent Rib barrel.  

Sights / Optics: The front sight is a black blade with red insert front sight . The rear sight is a smooth blacked out adjustable “target” style rear sight. 

Stock Configuration & Condition: The grip is a one piece smooth wood grip with Dan Wesson Medallions on each side. The grip shows minor wear with a small nick in the heel and some minor compressions. There are no chips or cracks. Overall the grip is in about Very Good+-Excellent condition. 

Type of Finish: Stainless

Finish Originality: Original

Bore Condition: This revolver includes two barrels. The non-installed barrel shows sharp rifling, a bright bore and no erosion. There is some minor fouling in the edges of the grooves. The installed barrel shows a bright bore, sharp rifling, no erosion, and some minor fouling in the grooves. In this writer’s opinion both bores rate 9.25/10.    

Overall Condition: The finish shows some very light scattered surface level lines common with this type of finish. The markings are clear and the screw heads are sharp. There is a very thin turn line on the cylinder. The inside of the action shows rub wear. The top strap shows carbon fouling. The chambers are very clean. The pins are un-marred. Overall this revolver is in Very Good+ condition.   

Mechanics:  The action functions correctly. There is very light side to side play on each cylinder while in lock up. We did not fire this handgun. As with all used firearms, a thorough cleaning may be necessary to meet your maintenance requirements.  

Box, Paperwork & Accessories: This revolver includes the extra barrel, instruction booklet, Dan Wesson Tool and gauge, and Styrofoam box with sleeve.  

Our Assessment: The Dan Wesson Model 740-V in .357 SuperMag is a purpose-built revolver designed for long-range accuracy and silhouette shooting. Introduced in late 1983, it was developed alongside Elgin Gates to fire the .357 SuperMag cartridge, an extended version of the .357 Magnum that delivers higher velocities with less pressure than other magnum calibers. This cartridge was designed to improve performance in handgun metallic silhouette shooting, offering flatter trajectories and superior energy retention at long distances.

This particular Model 740-V features an 8″ vent rib barrel, a signature of Dan Wesson revolvers, known for their interchangeable barrel system, which allows shooters to swap barrels for different lengths and configurations. The revolver has a stainless finish, with a solid wood grip for improved handling and a classic aesthetic. Produced between 1983 and the early 2000s, the Model 740-V remains highly sought after by collectors and silhouette shooters, prized for its superb accuracy, modularity, and powerful cartridge design.

Due to the extreme power of the .357 SuperMag, prolonged use could cause flame cutting on the top strap and forcing cone erosion. To mitigate this, Dan Wesson shipped the Model 740 with an extra barrel, ensuring long-term durability. This practical solution allowed shooters to replace worn barrels instead of discarding the entire revolver, making it a well-engineered firearm built for sustained use in high-performance applications. Please see our high quality photos via the link and best of luck with your bidding.-R.L.