Great Western 357 Atomic

I recently photographed one of my Great Westerns for a forum member. Thought I'd post them here too. It's an unaltered 357 Atomic from around 1956 with matte blue finish. It looks to have been shot very little:







It's amazing how these have gone up in price. Back in the 90's you could find GWs for $200 - $250 (I paid $200 for this one back in '99).

I've heard of the Atomic, but always wondered, is it a longer case, higher pressure, or just relabeled .357 Mag, latching on to the popularity of the word in the '50's?

Thank you for sharing the pics.

The "357 Atomic" was just a hot loaded 357 Mag (16.0 of the old 2400 under a 158 grain bullet).

Tnx for the info and nice pic.

Lee Martin said:

The "357 Atomic" was just a hot loaded 357 Mag (16.0 of the old 2400 under a 158 grain bullet).

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With the word Atomic tagged on the end. Thanks Lee.

Nice, Lee! A few years ago I had a nice visit with a Gentleman whom had a few G.W.'s.......



I believe he had just about "one of everything" in his wonderful display! :shock:

flatgate

Great pic Lee!

Flatgate, do you recall if there was a factory adjustable sighted model, Deputy they called it, in there?

Judging by that display, I bet he had a few Deputy models.

M'BOGO said:

Flatgate, do you recall if there was a factory adjustable sighted model, Deputy they called it, in there?

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Yes, sir, several Deputy models. Louisville, KY NRA show a few years ago.
I was in awe. A few tables to the right, however, contained the absolutely most amazing array of Ruger Bearcats I've ever seen.

flatgate

That is all good stuff. Thanks guys.