Model 57 4 inch” FINALLY!

[stansdds]

Can any one tell me what this number for the Model 57-1 means?

On the frame, you have the serial number and model number. The number on the yoke is an assembly number, which has nothing to do with the revolver's serial number. Now when it comes to the engineering changes with the Model 57-1, the -1 eliminated the pinned barrel and counter-bored chambers in the cylinder.

 

[maxxer2]

After patiently waiting for a very long time I finally find a very well taken care of Smith and Wesson Model 57 four inch! It does not have a pinned barrel or box but it has original receipt, paperwork and literature!

It also came with 100 rounds of ammo!
Here are some pictures!

Wow, congrats. I'd love to have a 4" 57 as we can only buy the 6" 57 here in California. It's beautiful and I'd love to try a 41 mag some day because none of the ranges I know have any 41 mag for rent.

 

[Claymore33]

That will soon be your favorite revolver.
I have more than one.

 

[CobiaS&W]

My 4” model 57 has the deepest bluing of all my S&W Revolvers. Curt Harlow Special Grips.

 

[stansdds]

My 4” model 57 has the deepest bluing of all my S&W Revolvers. Curt Harlow Special Grips.

Colt's Royal Blue is about the only blued finish that exceeds that of the old S&W carbonia oil blue finish.

 

[AC Man]

Congrats! I am a model 57 no dash snob I have a first year 1964 in velour presentation case and and several others including a first year model 58 41 mag and even a 41 mag rifle. Yep I am 41 mag nut.