Dudemeister
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I just purchased a S&W Model 57 from an Estate sale, along wit a SW99. Is till have to do the paperwork on the guns next week, and then wait for their 10 day prison sentence, but I'm happy with my purchase.
The model 57 is a nickle plated version in 6". The only issue is that the nickle plating started to oxidize/corrode in a couple of places: On the top right edge of the top strap near the rear sight, and on one of the edges of a cylinder flute. Other than that it's in very good condition, although it looks like the owner didn't clean it prior to putting it in the box years ago. Also the original wood box, has some kind of blue finish "something" for the interior padding that is flaking off.
I opened the yoke, and looked at the serial number and information, and it a no dash model, with pinned barrel. The serial number is "78" something, and I don't remember if there was a letter prefix or not. Another thing that is missing are the original grips, which were replaced by wraparound Hogue, which considering the recoil on this beast is understandable.
Here is a quick shot. I should have more once I take possession of it.
So what do you guys think f the Model 57 in general, and this purchase in particular.
The model 57 is a nickle plated version in 6". The only issue is that the nickle plating started to oxidize/corrode in a couple of places: On the top right edge of the top strap near the rear sight, and on one of the edges of a cylinder flute. Other than that it's in very good condition, although it looks like the owner didn't clean it prior to putting it in the box years ago. Also the original wood box, has some kind of blue finish "something" for the interior padding that is flaking off.
I opened the yoke, and looked at the serial number and information, and it a no dash model, with pinned barrel. The serial number is "78" something, and I don't remember if there was a letter prefix or not. Another thing that is missing are the original grips, which were replaced by wraparound Hogue, which considering the recoil on this beast is understandable.
Here is a quick shot. I should have more once I take possession of it.
So what do you guys think f the Model 57 in general, and this purchase in particular.