Freedom Arms Model 353 Field Grade .357 Magnum, 9-Inch, Five-Shot Matte Stainless Revolver with Iron Sight Gun Works Sights
This Freedom Arms Model 353 Field Grade is a large-frame Model 83 revolver in .357 Magnum with a 9-inch stainless barrel, a five-shot unfluted cylinder, and line-bored chambers. It features a matte stainless Field Grade finish, documented 17-4PH stainless frame and cylinder, and a silhouette-oriented sight setup upgraded with an Iron Sight Gun Works adjustable rear and a hooded ramp front. Built in the USA and outfitted with Pachmayr Presentation grips, it is a precise, purpose-driven single-action revolver with premium materials and fit.
Condition
Overall Condition: Very good condition, showing only light, superficial signs of prior handling or use.
Bore Condition: Excellent - Clean, mirror finish, no signs of wear.
Bore Rifling: Excellent Rifling - Sharp lands and grooves.
Specific Condition Notes: There are minor scratches and blemishes on the metal. Minor carbon buildup and scorching are present around the forcing cone and on the cylinder face. Pitting is present on the front sight.
What’s Included
- Freedom Arms factory blue cardboard box with fitted foam insert and serial-matching end label
Built on the robust Model 83 large frame, this Model 353 uses a five-shot unfluted cylinder with line-bored chambers for precise chamber-to-bore alignment. The frame and cylinder are documented as 17-4PH stainless, paired with a matte stainless Field Grade finish throughout for a consistent, purpose-built appearance.
The 9-inch stainless steel barrel and single-action mechanism are complemented by a wide, serrated hammer spur for confident cocking. A secure base-pin retention system and a positive-acting ejector provide reliable extraction.
The sighting system is configured for silhouette-oriented shooting. It includes an Iron Sight Gun Works adjustable rear sight and a ramped front blade enclosed by a cylindrical black hood for a defined sight picture and controlled glare.
Pachmayr Presentation rubber grips with Pachmayr medallions offer a firm, hand-filling hold. Capacity is five rounds of .357 Magnum, housed in the unfluted cylinder with the Model 83’s characteristic strength and precision.