Model 66-2, 2 1/2" barrel, what are they worth?

goldwinghg · #1 07-20-2015, 05:53 AM

What are the Model 66-2, with 2 1/2" barrel. No box,or paperwork.I would rate the gun above 95%. Has black rubber grips. Not sure if they are factory,or if it should have walnut grips on it.

Candrews86 · #2 07-20-2015, 06:15 AM

I'd say around $600, I don't believe the rubber grips were factory original. Originals would cost $40-50.

ColbyBruce · #3 07-20-2015, 07:38 AM

I sold mine in March of 2014 for $650.00, no box or papers but it had non numbered original stocks.

epj · #4 07-20-2015, 07:44 AM

I just paid $750 for one in very nice condition but with non original grips. They are hard to find. I like the -2 due to the smooth combat trigger. Also like to look and see if loaded at a glance. The P&R thingy is overrated in my not so humble opinion.

DD357 · #5 07-20-2015, 08:49 AM

Unfortunately Under $700 now would be a very good buy.

Florida Guy · #6 07-20-2015, 09:48 AM

I sold the same model right here to a forum member for $750 about 4 months ago with correct magna grips.

jtcarm · #7 07-20-2015, 10:05 AM

Nothing, but I'll take it off your hands for $100.

5Wire · #8 07-20-2015, 11:29 AM

Y'all are right on the prices as far as I can tell.

Here's my track on the Model 66 snubbie:

Smith & Wesson 66 2-1/2 inch barrel. Revolver in .357 Magnum,.38 Special, Plus P. Blue Book of Gun Values (35th Edition) indicates between $561 in 95% condition and $754 in 100% condition for this gun. I have 80 recorded prices for this model gun from $436 to $1103 over a period of 3 Yrs 7 Mos ending July 5, 2015. The average price as of that date was $695. No refurbs, no refinishes, regular sights. All represented as 95% or better. No distinction for engineering revision, if any, no special editions, no distinctions for box, papers, tools. Current or last MSRP is $614.

The last 10 prices I have for this model since 2/10/2015 range from $600 to $975 averaging $743, so the average is climbing.

Here's my dash five:

badmoon533 · #9 07-20-2015, 02:11 PM

You know that's a Model 65 don't you?

5Wire · #10 07-20-2015, 02:29 PM

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Originally Posted by badmoon533

You know that's a Model 65 don't you?

Ha ha. Yup, snagged the wrong link. Thanks. Fixed...

g27racing · #11 07-20-2015, 06:41 PM

Glad somebody else started this thread. There has been one sitting in the case at a LGS here for about a month wtih 2 sets of grips (one aftermarket and a set of Smith target style/not magnas) for $650. I bet I can get it for $600 out the door. May go grab it.

rjm6120 · #12 07-20-2015, 07:29 PM

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Originally Posted by g27racing

Glad somebody else started this thread. There has been one sitting in the case at a LGS here for about a month wtih 2 sets of grips (one aftermarket and a set of Smith target style/not magnas) for $650. I bet I can get it for $600 out the door. May go grab it.

Yes you really should. That'd be a smokin' deal!

g27racing · #13 07-20-2015, 07:32 PM

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Originally Posted by rjm6120

Yes you really should. That'd be a smokin' deal!

Thanks

I have just been a bit spoiled. In Dec I got a 66-1 with box/papers magnas and Smith combats for $800 total. The gun was actually $600 and I grabbed the combats from the same guy about 2 months later for $200. I guess I just need to realize that was a fluke type deal.

SC_Mike · #14 07-20-2015, 07:34 PM

I've thought about selling my 66-2 off and on over the years but with prices going up I think not. Used to be a dozen or more on GB where I found this one for $425.

Good luck with your search.

Ranger514 · #15 07-20-2015, 07:45 PM

Guess I'll be holding onto my 2.5" 66-3. I bought it new back in 1990.

g27racing · #16 07-21-2015, 06:37 PM

I did end up getting this a few hours ago from my favorite LGS. $600OTD. Came with both sets of stocks although the Smith Target stocks are for a square butt. I will have to figure out what kind of Magnas were correct for the gun and search for a set.

Its a 66-2

g27racing · #17 07-21-2015, 10:30 PM

When it rains, it pours. I just found a 66-1 2.5" Has 2 sets of grips (neither are the orignial magnas though) and a holster and his asking price is under $600. Meeting him tomorrow.

629shooter · #18 07-22-2015, 02:59 AM

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Originally Posted by g27racing

When it rains, it pours. I just found a 66-1 2.5" Has 2 sets of grips (neither are the orignial magnas though) and a holster and his asking price is under $600. Meeting him tomorrow.

I'd be all over that, if it was mechanically sound.

DD357 · #19 07-22-2015, 08:14 AM

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Originally Posted by 629shooter

I'd be all over that, if it was mechanically sound.

You bet - very good deal.

epj · #20 07-22-2015, 09:10 AM

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Originally Posted by g27racing

When it rains, it pours. I just found a 66-1 2.5" Has 2 sets of grips (neither are the orignial magnas though) and a holster and his asking price is under $600. Meeting him tomorrow.

The police should be notified that you are planning to rob this poor guy.

g27racing · #21 07-22-2015, 10:27 AM

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Originally Posted by 629shooter

I'd be all over that, if it was mechanically sound.

I have only seen about 6 pics but the gun looks almost unused. Assuming he is good to his word I am first in line and expect to meet him around noon today to take a look.

357-RevolverGuy · #22 07-22-2015, 11:55 AM

I bought one last year without box but it had the original grips and a tyler-t grip adapter. I paid $550 +tax.

g27racing · #23 07-22-2015, 09:41 PM

I got it. This is a 66-1. Private sale for under $600. Didn't even negotiate with the guy. Looked at it, checked the action/lockup and paid him.

Not sure if I am going to be able to keep all these. I had a different thread a few days back showing the 581 (no dash) and the 19-3 I bought on Sunday. I am a Colt guy but the Smiths seem to be popping up a lot in the past few days.