Model 57 no dash .41 Mag

[robesetz]

So, one of the books (Standard Catalogue of Firearms) I have says that the Model 57 production Started in 1982 with 57-1. I have a model 57 No dash with serial # N606774? (Late 70's?) Thanks for the help!
Robert

 

[weatherby]

Model 57's production began in 1964 with an S prefix serial. Production of 57-1's may have started in 1982. Could you have miss read the section ?

 

[colt_saa]

Actually Model 57 production began in 1964

Your serial number dates to late 1979 or sometime in 1980

The 41 Magnum is a beloved cartridge here on the Forum.

It does not matter what model of 57/357/657 family that you own, they all shoot great

You will find many of us that own, shoot, admire and load for this fine family of firearms.

 

[robesetz]

Thanks for the info guys, Looks like they just listed it in the book as 57-1=82, -2=88,-3=90 etc. So I miss read the information. Thanks again!

 

[robesetz]

I found the receipt. He purchased it on 4/21/79 for $299 plus tax!

 

[jmclfrsh]

That is awesome you found the receipt. I have a Model 29 with a N605XXX serial number, and guessed it as 1978 or early 1979, and this receipt pretty much proves that point.

Since I graduated in 1978, and it is a thousand below yours, I'll tell myself it squeaked in being built in the last of 1978, like December - although it was probably early 1979. Either one is good.

Congratulations on finding such a fine revolver. .41 Magnum is a great cartridge!

 

[greenmachine]

".41 Magnum is a great cartridge!"

What he said.

 

[jmclfrsh]

^ Very nice trifecta of 57s!