Originally Posted by Doc44

Model 57 (no model number since it was made in S&W's tool room in late 1967 or early 1968) with a rare 5-inch barrel and nickel finish. It was made for Colonel Cunningham, a collector and friend of many S&W employees. It is the only Model 57 that has been documented with a 5-inch barrel. It was part of my Model 57 display at the S&WCA meeting in Columbus, OH in May. I displayed Model 57s in honor of the 50th anniversary of this model.
(click on the photo for a better look).

Bill