Smith & Wesson Model 657-5 .41 Magnum 7.5” Double-Action Revolver Stainless
SOLD FOR: $1,150.00
LSB#: LSB250804MF010
Make: Smith & Wesson
Model: Model 657-5
Serial Number: CJN0349
Year of Manufacture: 2008 (CJN prefix) Modern
Caliber: .41 Magnum
Action Type: Double-Action/Single-Action Revolver, 6-Shot, Swing-Out Non-Fluted Cylinder
Markings:
The left side of the barrel is marked “41 MAGNUM”. The left side of the frame bears the S&W monogram. The right side of the barrel is marked “SMITH & WESSON”. The right side of the frame bears the Marcus Registratus rollmark. Serial number “CJN0349” is on the butt/yoke cut as typical.
Barrel Length: 7.5” full underlug barrel
Sights / Optics:
Pinned black serrated ramp front sight on a boss; micro-click adjustable rear sight in a square-notch blade on the topstrap.
Stock Configuration & Condition:
Factory S&W rubber monogrip with finger grooves and pebble (cobblestone) texture. The grip panels fit up well with only light handling wear. No tears or chips noted. Overall, the grips rate in Excellent condition.
Type of Finish: Stainless Steel
Finish Originality: Original
Bore Condition:
The bore is bright and the rifling is sharp, with only very light fouling observed. In this writer’s opinion, the bore rates 9.8/10.
Overall Condition:
This stainless revolver shows light, honest handling and rotation marks, a faint turn line on the cylinder, and a few scattered superficial scuffs consistent with careful use and storage. Screw heads are sharp, and markings are clear. In this writer’s opinion, the revolver retains about 96% of its original stainless finish.
Mechanics:
The action functions correctly in both double- and single-action. Timing and lock-up feel proper, the cylinder stop engages positively, and the hammer and trigger are the wide target-style parts (smooth-face trigger, checkered wide hammer). We did not fire this pistol. As with all used firearms, a thorough cleaning may be necessary to meet your maintenance requirements.
Box, Paperwork & Accessories:
None included beyond what is shown with the revolver itself.
Our Assessment:
Introduced in the late 1980s, Smith & Wesson’s stainless N-frame Model 657 brought the excellent .41 Magnum into a corrosion-resistant, field-ready package. The -5 engineering change modernized internals while keeping the classic N-frame handling and S&W’s excellent adjustable sighting system. The .41 Magnum, developed in the 1960s as a bridge between the .357 and .44 Magnums, earned a reputation for flat trajectory and strong terminal performance with manageable recoil in a heavy frame.
This 2008-dated 657-5 sports the scarce non-fluted cylinder and a long 7.5″ full-lug barrel—features that add sight radius, forward balance, and a distinctive look. Condition is strong overall with crisp mechanics and an outstanding 9.8/10 bore, ideal for accuracy with jacketed or hard-cast loads. Stainless construction keeps maintenance simple, and the factory S&W rubber monogrip provides secure purchase for magnum work. A handsome, capable .41 Magnum N-frame that blends collectability with practical performance.
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