S&W model 41 Lets see what you got

[gunnerbern]

1959 Model 41

I have been shooting this for 53 years- 100,000+ rounds. Recently upgraded with a Clark 6.5" STC barrel. The trophies go back to the early 70's, when I could shoot a 10 or two. Ironically, Blackinton chose a Hi-Standard for their cast lucite awards. At 75, I still shoot weekly gallery matches.

 

[TOM BECKWITH]

SMK I guess you know you have my Loveless - and I want it back. (Only wishing!!!!)

 

[terribletimmy3]

what is todays value of that lovely model 41 with the muzzle break?

 

[PALADIN85020]

what is todays value of that lovely model 41 with the muzzle break?

If you are referring to the one I posted with the purple background in the photo, I paid $600 for it back in 2005. In seven years, it has probably appreciated quite a bit; I'd guess in today's dollars if I wanted to sell it (which I don't), it should go between $850 and $1000. That would include the original factory box, spare magazine, etc.

As always, the price depends on what the owner is willing to sell it for, and what the buyer is willing to pay. Mileage varies.

John

 

[WLB]

All the pics of these beautiful 41s is making me envious. I have been looking to purchase a 51/2" new or used for time with no luck. I have tried GunBroker etc. but have not had any luck to date. I WILL have one as I am staying on the hunt. Great photos guys.

 

[spim]

My 1972

Purchased it off of GunBroker in January 2012. I've run 700 rounds of CCI sv through it so far and I am loving it!

 

[bigi]

I like IT!

 

[OK Hog Shooter]

I wish more young shooters who inherit these pistols would hurry up and realize that 41s are totally obsolete and should be sold or traded off...cheap.

Just when l thought l was ready to take a breather from chasin these older Smiths along comes this thread. Oh well!!! Guess l'll add a 41 to my want list. Thanks to all who have shared their pics and knowledge.

Blessings,
Hog

 

[Frank237]

My lone M-41 a five digit gun shipped in 1958 IIRC. Wish I could say it's an ultra rare stainless model, but it's been refinished in Armalloy. The previous owner left it in a cold vehicle one Montana winter, then took it in a warm house, in it's foam lined case. Then never checked on it for several weeks. Needless to say it had rusted rather badly. You can see some pitting on the bbl in the middle.

He had a competant Smith take it down, it was refinished and new rear sights installed. I bought it maybe five or six years ago for a bargain price.

It came with three barrels, the Olympic weight set, several new magazines, and a fairly current 2 moa red dot that I still use on one of the 7" barrels for gophers.

Typical of all of them it's super accurate.

FN in MT

 

[danoxx]

Waiting on form 4 approval.

 

[danoxx]

Waiting on form 4 approval.


Pictures by shuupan - Photobucket

 

[tk378]

Model 41

I bought this Model 41 in 1987 and I paid $200 at the time with a matching Bianchi holster. I have shot more rounds than I can count with. My first pistol.

 

[RMunn]

Should I buy or not?

I have a chance to buy a model 41 with a 5.5" barrel. The serial # is a213693 if someone can give any more info on it I would highly appreciate it.

 

[NCTexan]

I have received several inquiries as to how I mounted the Burris Fastfire on my Model 41... as seen near the beginning of this thread.

I've had this setup for about three years and I'm very happy with it in all respects.

I'm posting the instructions in hope that some others may find it helpful.

Feel free to PM me if you have any questions.

Instructions on Mounting the Burris Fastfire on a Model 41

After looking at several alternatives to improve the mounting of my Fastfire, I think that I finally hit on the best solution.

Weaver recommends their #62 as the mount for a pre-drilled Model 41. However, this is a mount that's about five inches long. I got one but it was much more than I wanted for my Fastfire.

I got a Weaver #46 mount for about $4 from a local gun store. I took in the #62 to compare contour, holes and guide cuts. The #46 is a little over an inch long but the holes were too far apart.... however the contour and cuts were perfect. I ended up drilling one new hole that aligned perfectly with the guide cut. I did need to sand about 1/32 off the back side to ensure clearance with the iron sight. (Since it's the back side and sitting next to the iron sight, the aluminum color can not be seen.)

It got rid of the extended mount rail out front and actually lets the sight sit back another 1/4 inch.

A vast improvement with the before and after appearance.

Question: Would it be possible to cut the Weaver #62 mount down to 1" or so?

Yes you could cut down the #62 quite easily. That was my original plan and I ordered a second #62 as a $6 insurance policy if I screwed up.

However, I took it over to a local gun store to compare the contour and size to other short Weavers that they had in stock. This is where I spotted the #46 (just a $4 investment).

By flipping it 180 degrees... using one existing hole and drilling one new hole, I was able to get the sight mounted rearward an additional 1/4 inch. It sits quite nicely over the front of the iron sight with adequate clearance.

The advantage of doing this versus chopping the #62 was getting the sight back a little further, and not having a cut metal surface visible under the sight in the front. I'm all for pretty!

(I did grind off about 1/16th on the rear of the #46 for safety clearance with the iron sights.... but it is not visible from any angle.)
Like I'd said in a previous post, I worried for a while.... "What if I screw up my cut or my drill hole?????"

Then I thought, "It's a $5 part... basically a Starbuck's coffee!"

I got lucky and it came out great on the first attempt.

 

[MakeMyNight]

Yep....I have one, circa 1986.

 

[Mightymoo]

Here is my 1972 model. I live in Norway (the country)

A very nice gun. I only had it for a few weeks, but are very happy with it. Very fun to shoot at 50 yard targets...

 

[Herman1963]

Here is it with the new optics cannot wait to sight it in....

 

[bobf]

This one was still in the factory a month ago the fired case is dated 4-25-12.
Bob

 

[bobf]

Well, I certainly can't compete with all of these beauties, but here's mine anyway. I like to shoot the plate racks at my club from 25 yards. I can mow 'em down fast, ten straight 'til the mag runs dry. Sure wish I could find some high cap mags, since there are two racks of six and I always leave two standing!

S&W has a 12 round mag on their website.
SKU: 206450000

Bob

 

[DustyJacket]

My wife is modeling mine, here.
Probably going to sell it though.