6” vs 2” model 66 prices

[.38SuperMan]

The basic rule of thumb for 66s or 19s is "The shorter the barrel, the higher the price." And .38SuperMan, if you think $900 is too high, you might as well quit looking. They aren't going to get any cheaper. In my area that's a bargain.

I'm not looking for one but would consider another if I found a bargain. I have a 2.5" in new condition I inherited and a nice stable of Smith K & N frames and Colt revolvers that satisfy the itch.

Always looking for a bargain though.

 

[Model19man]

I went to a gun show in Ft Worth TX in 2016 at the Amon Carter center. There I saw a whole herd of Model 19 2 1/2" barrels for $1250 or more. Model 66 prices with 2 1/2" barrels were within $50 at least $1200. That was many years ago.

 

[CH4]

If you are surprised that the 2 1/2" is more expensive than the 6", try looking for the 3" version..... a magnitude or two higher than the 2 1/2".

And...... it's worth it... ")

Got lucky. Just snagged this 3" -4 for $675
I actually prefer the 2.5"

 

[Beemerguy53]

..is it that the 2" is considered more desirable, less made, more collectible...??

Yes, yes, and yes...

 

[CajunBass]

What's a "fair" price? Well, when was the last time you saw one that you thought was a "fair" price? When do you expect to next see one for that price?

Sometimes, when the object of your desire is right in front of you, you just have to swallow hard, and bite the bullet.

 

[murphydog]

Got lucky. Just snagged this 3" -4 for $675
I actually prefer the 2.5"

Did you stop by Half-Priced Guns again?

 

[Old cop]

Several yrs ago I purchased a LNIB 4" M66 from 1973 that included both the magna & combat S&W grips for $600. It's one of those, along w/my '68 Colt Cobra snub, that I'll never sell.

 

[sbrmike]

There are NO 2 in versions.........All are 2 1/2 in barrels.

ETA: Ooops sorry, I am wrong as rain. It was a 2-1/2" that I had and they went to 2-3/4" for the ejection purposes.

***Wrong*****That is simply not true. They made 2 inchers and I owned one. They were discontinued because the police weren't thrilled with the less than stellar ejection.

Check parts lists. They have barrels, extractor rods / pins specifically for 2 inch model 66's.***Wrong****

 

[firefighterjohn]

What's a "fair" price? Well, when was the last time you saw one that you thought was a "fair" price? When do you expect to next see one for that price?

Sometimes, when the object of your desire is right in front of you, you just have to swallow hard, and bite the bullet.

You're exactly right CajunBass, many times I've hesitated, balked at that initial price, changed my mind, came back to get it and it was already gone! Back in early '21, I didn't hesitate when I saw a beautiful 19-6 2.5"; gun only, for $950 OTD. Took it home right there and glad I did. I haven't seen another one since.

Ya, it was a hard swallow then but the hurt didn't last once I shot it!

 

[Dvus]

I've had a couple of 19s and 66s with the 2 1/2" barrel, and like an idiot, thought I didn't need them and sold them. So when a friend offered me a 19-3 a couple of weeks ago for $300, the money came out of my pocket so fast it was like striking a match. He said that was what he had in it, so that's what he wanted for it.