The Smith & Wesson Model 57 .41 Magnum is the best wheel gun ever made. In the pantheon of revolvers, it stands alone as a monarch ruling with power and precision. This handgun doesn’t just fire bullets; it roars with authority, delivering a thunderous statement every time the hammer falls. Unmatched Power, Underrated in Law Enforcement When it comes to wheel guns (revolvers), the Model 57 sits on the throne. Its .41 Magnum cartridge is a hard-hitting, man-stopping round with formidable ballistics. Yet for some inexplicable reason, this powerhouse never reached the widespread popularity of other revolvers in police service. Part of the problem was that many law enforcement officers of the era struggled with its might. It’s an unfortunate truth that as caliber size and recoil increased, qualification scores for average police shooters dropped. The Model 57 demanded serious firearm proficiency—something not every department could ensure across all officers. But in the hands of a ...