Vintage Smith & Wesson S&W Model 58 Military & Police 41 Magnum 4? Revolver
SOLD FOR: $1175
WOA#: WY230308GS001
Our Assessment: The Smith & Wesson Model 58, chambered in the hard-hitting .41 Magnum and only one of 20,000 ever produced. This baby is a real gem, and let me tell you why.
First off, let’s talk about the history of this bad boy. The Model 58 was first introduced in 1964, as a companion to the .44 Magnum Model 29. It was designed as a law enforcement and military revolver, specifically for those who preferred the medium-frame size of the Model 10, but needed something with a bit more stopping power. And let me tell you, this gun delivers.
Now, let’s get into the nitty-gritty. The Model 58 features a 4-inch barrel, which gives you a good balance of accuracy and maneuverability. It has a six-round capacity and weighs in at a solid 2.5 pounds. The gun’s overall length is 9.25 inches, and it has a height of 5.5 inches. It’s a good size for a revolver, not too big and not too small.
The Model 58 has a blued finish and a checkered walnut grip. The sights are fixed, with a ramp front sight and a notch rear sight. The gun has a double-action trigger, which means you can fire the gun by simply pulling the trigger, or you can cock the hammer for a single-action shot. And let me tell you, this gun is a real pleasure to shoot in single-action.
Now, let’s talk about the .41 Magnum cartridge. This is a serious round, folks. It was developed in the 1960s as a compromise between the .357 Magnum and the .44 Magnum. It’s got a lot of stopping power, but it’s not quite as punishing to shoot as the .44 Magnum. The .41 Magnum round fires a 210-grain bullet at around 1,300 feet per second, which gives you some serious stopping power.
So there you have it, folks. The Smith & Wesson Model 58 .41 Magnum Military & Police 4? M&P Revolver. It’s a classic, and it’s definitely worth checking out if you’re in the market for a hard-hitting revolver. Please see specs below, our photos, and good luck on that bid!
Make: Smith & Wesson
Model: 58, The .41 Magnum Military & Police
Serial Number: 77840 U
Year of Manufacture: 1964-1977
Caliber: .41 Remington Magnum
Action Type: Single or Double Action Revolver with Swing-Out Cylinder
Markings: The left of the barrel is marked “SMITH & WESSON”, the right is marked “41 MAGNUM”. The sideplate is marked with the S&W monogram logo and the right of the frame is marked with the four-line marcas registradas address. The crane-cut is marked with the model number, the butt of the grip frame is marked with the serial number. The rear face of the cylinder is marked “F”. The interior of the right grip frame is marked “77840 2”.
Barrel Length: 4? Pinned Heavy Barrel
Sights / Optics: The front sight is a painted red serrated ramped blade pinned to the rib. The rear sight is a square notch in the top strap.
Stock Configuration & Condition: The grips are two-piece checkered walnut magna stocks with medallions. There are a few minor compressions. There are light handling marks. The checkering is sharp and slightly worn. There are no chips or cracks. Overall, the grips are in about Very Good condition.
Type of Finish: Blued and Bone Charcoal Hammer and Trigger.
Finish Originality: Original. The metal finish is original.
Bore Condition: The bore is bright with sharp rifling. There is no erosion in the bore.
Overall Condition: This handgun retains about 80% of its metal finish. There is light scratching throughout as well as thin and worn out areas of bluing around the leading edges, The right side of the barrel has some small scratches. There is a light turn line on the cylinder. The screw heads are sharp. The markings are clear. Overall, this handgun rates in about Very Good condition. The previous and original owner of this pistol states that he has only shot about 30 rounds through it and the wear on the pistol is from being holstered while trekking through the mountains while on horseback. This was his bear gun.
Mechanics: The action functions correctly. The cylinder lockup shows light play with the trigger depressed. The double-action trigger is smooth and the single-action trigger is crisp. 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: This revolver comes with a Ringle Custom Leather Wyoming Combination Holster in Fine Condition. There are no rips or tears in the leather. The snaps are crisp. There is some rub wear on varying areas as well as some light scratches. The markings are clear.