Smith & Wesson model 58

The Smith & Wesson model 58 is a stripped down version of the model 57.  The model 58 was intended for police departments and the like and was introduced in 1964.  It has the Magna service grips and a fixed sight.  The model 58 is very similar in design when compared to the model 10.

The weight of the model 58 is 41 ounces and comes with a 4" barrel.  You could purchase the model 59 with the same blue or nickel finish as the model 57 and then Smith and Wesson discontinued those options and began to only produce these in a matte finish.  They felt that the matte finish was more practical calling this the "working mans revolver."
One of the greatest options for collectors, the model 58 is cheaper and much less popular than the other N-frame staples such as the model 27 or the 29.  There are several clubs on the Internet called, "the 58 club."  Some members have multiple 58's that they simply just collect.  A complaint from collectors is that the 57, and 58 are difficult to find ammo for and when you do find it, it's expensive.  Most save all of their brass and reload their own.  The components for the cartridge are easy to locate.  From 1964-1977 Smith and Wesson produced about 20,000 model 58's.  These are still in many peoples collections and are mostly safe queens.