Smith & Wesson Model 58

Smith & Wesson · Pistol · Discontinued · 1964

Also known as: Military & Police .41 Magnum

Overview

The Smith & Wesson Model 58 is a large revolver built on Smith & Wesson's N-frame, introduced in 1964. Chambered in .41 Remington Magnum with a 6-round cylinder. Built with a steel frame, this revolver continues Smith & Wesson's tradition of robust, reliable revolver construction. The 4.0-inch barrel provides an excellent balance of sight radius and portability, suitable for both duty carry and range work. At 1162g (41.0 oz), this is a substantial revolver that uses its mass to tame recoil from powerful magnum loads, making extended range sessions more comfortable. Smith & Wesson has been producing N-frame revolvers for over a century, continuously refining the platform with improved metallurgy, ergonomics, and manufacturing techniques while maintaining the fundamental reliability and accuracy that has made their double-action revolvers the benchmark against which all others are measured.

Specifications

Weight (empty)1162 g (41.0 oz)
Overall Length260 mm (10.24")
Barrel Length102 mm (4.02")
Height152 mm (5.98")
Width41 mm (1.61")
Firing MechanismDouble Action Single Action
Trigger TypeDouble Action Single Action
Trigger Pull20 N (4.5 lbf)
Magazine Capacity6 rounds
Magazine TypeRotary
Muzzle Velocity393 m/s (1289 fps)
Muzzle Energy1050 J (774 ft·lbf)
Effective Range75 m (82 yd)
Barrel RiflingRight Hand
Rifling Twist476 mm (18.74")
Number of Grooves5
Frame MaterialSteel
Barrel MaterialSteel
FinishBlued

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Production

Production years: 1964-1977

Origin

Country of origin: United States

Discontinued: 1977

Notes

Discontinued in 1977 due to poor sales. The .41 Magnum never gained widespread law enforcement adoption.

Background

The N-frame platform has been in continuous production since 1907, making it one of the most refined and proven revolver designs in firearms history.