M57 vs M58 Barrel Differences

[Vettepartz]

Looking through my spare parts, I find a brand new 4" barrel that is marked 41 magnum. It does have the groove cut for the pin that goes thru the frame. It is a shiny blue. Is there any differences that would distinguish a M57 from a M58?

 

[erikpolcrack]

At least with the ones I'm familiar with, the Model 58 barrel would have no shroud for the ejector rod, whereas the Model 57 would probably have a half shroud.

 

[A10]

What Erik said. Plus the front sight will be low profile due to the fixed rear sight cut into the frame. A picture would make it obvious!

 

[Vettepartz]

OK - Here's some pictures.

 

[HeloMt]

Model 58 barrel.

 

[erikpolcrack]

The barrel shown in Post #4 is from a Model 58.

 

[stansdds]

OK - Here's some pictures.

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That's a Model 58 barrel, no doubt about it!

 

[gwpercle]

Looka just like barrel pictured in my avatar ...

A Model 58 !

Gary

 

[Vettepartz]

Thanks for all of the replies, guys. I don't think it is FROM a M58, but rather FOR a M58 as it appears to be NOS. I have no use for it and will probably put it up for sale in this forum, although I am not sure of a fair price. I will research that. Thanks again.