No such model exists. The .357 Magnum cartridge was not put into production until 1935, and Ruger was not established until 1949.
375-400 if like new condidtion
160 dollars
In stainless, and in New in Box (NIB) a Ruger Speed-Six in 9x19 is worth $1,000+ as of 2010. In stainless, and in like-new condition, a Ruger Speed-Six in 9x19 is worth $700+ as of 2010. The 9x19 version of the Speed-Six is quite rare in the U.S. since only a few were sold in the US from European and Israeli military/security contract overruns.
I have a 57m and it appraised @ $ 375.00 . Would you like to sell
i like to get info. on different things just to know
Dougan's book on Ruger will have what you want.
It is on their web site.
In most chamberings, purely for looks. For instance, the Ruger Super Blackhawk has an unfluted cylinder in keeping with it's "Dragoon" appearance, but the Ruger Blackhawk in .44 Magnum (same chambering) had a fluted cylinder. Revolvers in the truly monster chamberings like .475 Linebaugh typically use a non-fluted cylinder to maximize the strength of the cylinder. sales@countrygunsmith.net
Check their web site
It is not possible to answer your question without first knowing a lot more about your Model 1897. Winchester manufactured the Model 1897 for a total of 60-years, starting in the year 1897. Those that were made in the early years are typically worth more than the later production guns. Additionally, Winchester made the Model 1897 in several different variations (grades). The collector value can only be assessed by a visual inspection & evaluation. Old Winchesters are very much like old classic automobiles... the graded condition and factory originality are the key factors in determining what they are truly worth.
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The Ruger website lists historical data for their firearms, under customer service.