Smith &Wesson ~ John Taffin Model 57 ~ .41 Remington Magnum

Previously owned by noted six-gun authority John Taffin, this Smith & Wesson Model 57 chambered in .41 Remington Magnum is a revolver pistol with a 6-inch barrel, weighing 3 pounds and having a capacity of 6. Built on Smith & Wesson's N-frame, the Model 57 represents one of the finest classic platforms ever produced for the powerful and often underappreciated .41 Remington Magnum. The revolver remains in excellent condition. John Taffin frequently wrote about the merits of the .41 Remington Magnum, praising it as one of the most balanced and effective big-bore revolver cartridges ever developed. In his writings, he often noted that the .41 Magnum delivers a near-perfect blend of power, accuracy, and shootabilityoffering serious hunting capability while remaining more controllable than the heavier .44 Magnum. The Smith & Wesson Model 57, introduced in 1964, was the premier revolver built for this cartridge and quickly became a favorite among serious sixgun enthusiasts. This firearm comes with a Certificate of Authenticity verifying its ownership by John Taffin. Firearms from the personal collection of John Taffin represent a rare opportunity to own a revolver connected to one of the most respected writers and historians in the world of classic American sixguns. Please be sure to carefully review all photos provided to fully understand the condition of this firearm before purchasing. This firearm is being offered by the Boise Cabela's Gun Library. We will ship for free to your local Cabela's or Bass Pro Shops for transfer to you. If you are interested in purchasing or have any questions, please call the Boise Cabela's Gun Library directly at (208)-672-7922. Before calling, please have the make, model, price, and Cabela's/ Bass Pro SKU or seller's inventory number from Guns International on hand. If you reach our voicemail, please leave a message with this information, and we will return your call as soon as possible.