Smith & Wesson Pre-Model 27 (Pre-27) .357 Magnum DA/SA Revolver, 6.5" Barrel, 6-Shot
This Smith & Wesson .357 Magnum is a Pre-Model 27 (Pre-27) full-size revolver manufactured in 1956 or 1957. It features a 6.5" barrel, a 6-shot fluted swing-out cylinder, and a highly polished metallic finish. Notable details include the checkered/serrated top strap and rib, checkered wood stocks with S&W medallions, and period-correct factory markings and address block.
Condition
Overall Condition: Good condition, showing some signs of prior use and handling.
Bore Condition: Good - Clean, well-maintained, minor wear marks.
Bore Rifling: Good Rifling - Intact, well-defined lands and grooves.
Specific Condition Notes: This firearm is in decent shape with scratches and blemishes present. The bore is clean and shiny.
What's Included
- Smith & Wesson Pre-Model 27 (Pre-27) .357 Magnum revolver
Built as a DA/SA revolver with an exposed hammer, this Pre-27 is set up with an adjustable rear sight and a raised blade front sight mounted on the barrel rib. The sighting system and full-size frame layout reflect the classic configuration of early S&W .357 Magnum revolvers.
The barrel features a top rib, a full-length ejector-rod shroud, and a checkered/serrated top strap/top rib. These are defining external features on this example and contribute to its distinctive profile.
Markings include "SMITH & WESSON," "S.&W. .357 MAGNUM," and "MADE IN U.S.A. SPRINGFIELD, MASS." The Smith & Wesson circular trademark is present on the left sideplate, and a multi-line address block appears on the right side forward of the trigger guard.
This revolver is identified as serial number S159398 on the butt. With its 1956-1957 production era and Pre-Model 27 designation, it is presented as a collectible Smith & Wesson .357 Magnum from the period before formal model numbering.