Just bought a new 657 41mag
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That's another can of worms and there's a million opinons on it. One approach is to start single stage because you can control the process so much better and learn as you go easier. But some of the semi progressive presses are real easy to use and a lot quicker.
If you get a decent single stage press from any of the major manufacturers, you will always be able to use it, especially for rifle and experimental loads, so that is probably the way to go.
I think all of them sell a basic kit. Make sure you read the reloading manual. Some kits include one. (most do) It would be neat if someone at your shooting range, your circle of friends, or at the gun store could assist you with technical questions with hands on ability. I bet the people here would be more than willing to help.
munk
If you get a decent single stage press from any of the major manufacturers, you will always be able to use it, especially for rifle and experimental loads, so that is probably the way to go.
I think all of them sell a basic kit. Make sure you read the reloading manual. Some kits include one. (most do) It would be neat if someone at your shooting range, your circle of friends, or at the gun store could assist you with technical questions with hands on ability. I bet the people here would be more than willing to help.
munk
Stavman, you could start with the Lee Anniversary kit. It's got everything needed to get started at a modest price. Then, hopefully, you'll get to like to .41Magnum as much as I do. I've got a Dillon SDB that's dedicated to just that caliber.
Believe it or not, I don't have a new 7.5 inch M657 yet. I'm too busy collecting as many older variations and PC revolvers in .41Magnum. I heard a rumor that there are a few 10&5/8ths silhouette models out there somewhere. A S&W sales rep is trying to get me hot and bothered with the rumor of a blued .41Magnum Mountain Gun. He's a cruel man, he is! Welcome to the ranks of the forgotten .41!
I didn't want to say this- start an argument- (I've an ox being gored in another thread. I knew I should have sold that ox; now no one will buy him)
But Lee makes a really neat turret press. You can turn it by hand or use a index rod. I'd skip the index. You can start one round at a time and adjust as you go. It is so simple and easy to use. I've many presses now, from most of the reputable manufacturers, but I still go back to the little Lee time and time again.
But the idea of a simple kit- like Lee's, or someonelses, is good, real good. If you find reloading is not your cup of tea the Lee will not have carved out a very big hole in your wallet.
munk
But Lee makes a really neat turret press. You can turn it by hand or use a index rod. I'd skip the index. You can start one round at a time and adjust as you go. It is so simple and easy to use. I've many presses now, from most of the reputable manufacturers, but I still go back to the little Lee time and time again.
But the idea of a simple kit- like Lee's, or someonelses, is good, real good. If you find reloading is not your cup of tea the Lee will not have carved out a very big hole in your wallet.
munk
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Hey Joe Mack
I seem to remember the progression for the stainless mountain guns being 44, then 45, then 41. With the 357 in there somewhere.
I saw a picture of a .45 model 25 blued mtn. gun on the S&W forum - http://www.smith-wessonforum.com/ubb/Forum13/HTML/011732.html so maybe a .41 57 is coming?
According to the Standard catalog of S&W 2nd edition there were 2 10&5/8" barreled 57s made. One was advertised 3-4+ years ago in the Gun List. I think the asking price was $2000.00 at that time. I wish I had the money at that time, it would've been mine. The ad stated that it was only one of 2 ever shipped.
I'm going to email S&W and ask about the 57 mtn. gun. Will let you know what I find out.
I seem to remember the progression for the stainless mountain guns being 44, then 45, then 41. With the 357 in there somewhere.
I saw a picture of a .45 model 25 blued mtn. gun on the S&W forum - http://www.smith-wessonforum.com/ubb/Forum13/HTML/011732.html so maybe a .41 57 is coming?
According to the Standard catalog of S&W 2nd edition there were 2 10&5/8" barreled 57s made. One was advertised 3-4+ years ago in the Gun List. I think the asking price was $2000.00 at that time. I wish I had the money at that time, it would've been mine. The ad stated that it was only one of 2 ever shipped.
I'm going to email S&W and ask about the 57 mtn. gun. Will let you know what I find out.
With the blued MG already produced in .44mag and now just coming out in .45 Colt there is a chance for a .41mag model. I wouldn't expect it to come out before they make runs of .45acp and .357mag first. I do love shooting .41mags, but it's popularity don't rate as high as the other chamberings.
I wish they build one of these little models in blued steel.
I wish they build one of these little models in blued steel.
45crittergitter
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How the heck do you guys load a revolver that has a solid cylinder??? Mine has all these lil charge holes.... it is unfluted, though.
I was waiting for someone to say that.
When you're as strong as I am, you merely shove the round through the solid metal, carving the chambers as you go. This is good because you have more control over the specs than you do if the factory reams them.
Now I gotta go break a few rubber bands with my bare hands...
munk
When you're as strong as I am, you merely shove the round through the solid metal, carving the chambers as you go. This is good because you have more control over the specs than you do if the factory reams them.
Now I gotta go break a few rubber bands with my bare hands...
munk
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I got a "maybe" reply from S&W on a possible 57 mountain gun.
Maybe a few more email inquiries would prompt them to make one.
Maybe a few more email inquiries would prompt them to make one.
So I think it fit's and I can get away with it.
kentucky bucky
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The grips on your gun are great feeling to shoot with and I think they look cool too. They are my favorite grips and fit my hand like they were made for me . I have a set of nice original wood grips that came with my mod 57 that I'll probably keep....in a drawer. They never wear out that way!
caz223
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stavman, I see little red Xs.
What do I need to view these pics?
What do I need to view these pics?
caz223
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I need to get some RB wood finger grooves for mine, they make it handle/look like a dream.
The stock rubber isn't bad, but the rubber look just doesn't grow on me, no matter how long I keep it on there.
Nice pics!
The stock rubber isn't bad, but the rubber look just doesn't grow on me, no matter how long I keep it on there.
Nice pics!
gunfan
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Love my 58 & 657!
I love my .41 Magnums (as well as my 10mm Automatics!)
Scott
I love my .41 Magnums (as well as my 10mm Automatics!)
Scott
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I know it's six years later but I just picked up a current model of the same gun, but the model of this one is 657-5, SN XXXX789. Any idea when it was manufactured?
The gun shop I bought it from, a nice, small one in an adjoining parish, even had a decent supply of ammo for it. $22 - $36 for 20rd boxes, more than a buck a pop.
The gun shop I bought it from, a nice, small one in an adjoining parish, even had a decent supply of ammo for it. $22 - $36 for 20rd boxes, more than a buck a pop.
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S&W Model 657-4 Hunter Classic II
I have a model 657-4 Hunter Classic II that I purchased NEW & have fired about 50 rds through It, has 6" barrel ported, unfluted cylinder & the round butt with rosewood grips. These I believe Lew Horton did exclusively for S&W. Also have 4 boxes of NEW Remington ammo & I should have at least 50 rds of once fired brass for it. If anyone's interested in purchasing it email me an offer.
Thanks,
Dan
I have a model 657-4 Hunter Classic II that I purchased NEW & have fired about 50 rds through It, has 6" barrel ported, unfluted cylinder & the round butt with rosewood grips. These I believe Lew Horton did exclusively for S&W. Also have 4 boxes of NEW Remington ammo & I should have at least 50 rds of once fired brass for it. If anyone's interested in purchasing it email me an offer.
Thanks,
Dan
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