Originally Posted by Doc44

The stocks on the 44 Magnum are made of American walnut and date from 1955 to around 1957. They were used on the 1955 45 Target revolvers and other models, but not the 44 Magnum. Coke bottle stocks have a larger area of checkering and a relieved area on the left stock panel. The mahogany presentation case is for a Model 29 or possibly a Model 57 with an 8 3/8-inch barrel. It is a S&W case. The style of sight screw driver in the case indicates the case dates from 1963 to 1968. A former owner modified the red ramp and changed it to a Patridge type front sight. I am sure a good gun smith can change it back.

Your 44 Magnum (Pre-Model 29) dates to 57-58 as the windage adjustment screw has a flat head. A screw with a crowned head was introduced in early 1959.

I think $1250 is a fair price for this revolver and accessories.

Bill