I went looking today, not to buy but just shop. Went to several LGS and then remembered one I had not been to in a while that always had a good inventory of used. Anyway, I got lucky. No box or papers, seems like the trigger surface was polished and unsure if it’s factory or not but it has the plain front partridge type sight not the raised ramp. Was happy.How do i get a deal like that! She's beautiful
Nice! And you did great on the price.
My buddy just sent me this, this morning, a 66 no dash that he picked up yesterday for $1200. Other than the grips on yours showing a little wear, I don't see a whole lot of difference. Id say you did real good price wise!
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He sold one similar to yours (6" with Magna grips) a couple of weeks ago for $900, and in similar shape as yours.
Then he saw this over the weekend and I guess he's just a sucker for nice 66's.
Im always on the lookout for a nice 2.5", but they are like hens teeth around here.
OP -
Beautiful revolver and a good price!
I have a 1979 vintage 66-1. The 66-1 was the last model 66 sporting both a pinned barrel and recessed cylinder (P&R).
You will note that your revolver was a “transition” one in that it has the recessed cylinder but not the pinned barrel. S&W was using the last of its inventory of recessed cylinders before going to a non-recessed cylinder for model 66-2.
So, you got a little lucky. I’m a real fan of recessed cylinders. It just illustrates a higher level of workmanship in my view.
A couple of pics of my 66-1:
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Bayou52
That sounds about right, maybe it was a special order type revolver for a competitor. It certainly sounds like it’s been slicked up from good, honest use.Thanks for the input. I am very happy with it, I get to retire my 66 no dash. I was aware of the transition. What has me puzzled are the sights. The front blade is a partridge type with a black rear. I have seen this but never with a smooth combat trigger and a regular, non target hammer. Seems like an odd combination. I am thinking 1980’s Revolver Combat League gun, not Bullseye. The trigger has been smoothed for sure. It’s bright and polished. Action is glass, no more so than my Model 15 but definitely nicer than my other 66. Shot great today, fun is tight and accurate.