jmr986
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Nice score. My LGS is asking $900 for his. I assume that includes an original box and swag.
Just picked up this 3-inch Model 66-4
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GCF
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Just noticed the pinned front sight. Is that common on 66's, or just certain dash changes?
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Someone in another post asked me about the finish of my 2.5" 66-1, and while I don't have an additional pic of that gun, I've added a third pic of the 66-4 to my original post taken at a different time under different lighting conditions to show how widely the look can vary given those differing factors. I'd say that third pic is the most accurate representation of how that particular gun looks in person.
MetalMan
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I have a 66-4, 2-1/2 barrel....no pin on front sight
Interesting question that I hope will be answered by our forum authorities on such matters.
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I always have to laugh when I read about Lew Horton guns here on the S&W forum after knowing how they are regarded on the pony forum. I'm at least glad they are viewed more realistically on this forum.
Here, not many people put any extra value on a LH edition gun, and if they do it's only slight. On the other hand, any single Colt that can be linked to Lew Horton is pretty much a mandatory multiple thousands of dollars.
I just keep thinking "instant collectibles" and "novelty" versions when I think of special dealer runs. A lot of times orders were placed, sales were bad, and the remainder canceled. Now, they are used as a marketing tool to signify "collectability".
Personally, what I know of the Colt LH examples, they were pretty much all made during the '80s and strike years. Almost every LH Python I see is rather poorly built/finished in my eyes. I would only value them less than an early standard production due to quality, but the LH name means $3K+ to others.
To each their own though.
OP, you got a fantastic gun for a good price considering desirability. I will never understand why 3" barrels weren't made the standard for snubby 357mags, instead of 2.5". That extra 1/2" adds a bonus in many respects.
I'd have a 3" conceal carry gun if prices didn't prohibit it.
Marshal Tom
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I am lucky enough to have a 3" 66-2 that I found NIB for $500. I sold a 2.5"that I had purchased new and carried of and on for several years. I wanted the longer sight radius and full length ejector rod that the 3" provides. I also have a 3" 686 CS-1 and a 3" 696-1 in .44sp. I would not sell any on them and like the 3"66-2 the best of all.
Ashlander
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I picked up a 3" 66-2 last Spring for $865 and thought that was a great deal. Well, it was a good deal. Olivehead1 got the great deal! Congrats.
Kernel Crittenden
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Product code for a standard 3-inch Model 66 Combat Magnum Stainless was 102712, and the same number was used for the -2 thru to the -5.
In my opinion there were waaaaaay more than 5,000 made, all told, since they were made from at least 1985 to 1999. I'd say double that, maybe more.
In my opinion there were waaaaaay more than 5,000 made, all told, since they were made from at least 1985 to 1999. I'd say double that, maybe more.
About 2 years ago I stumbled across a 66-5 3" with the hi-vis green front sight and notched rear sight. Looks like it was an RSR exclusive. Gun came with the factory box, all the swag, 9 boxes of 38 ammo and a really nice leather Galco holster.....Figured I wouldn't argue with him and give him his asking price of $500.....
SeamasterSig
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Congratulations! A 3" 66-4 with a chromed hammer and trigger. Very nice!
I feel the same way, been looking for a 3" 66 for months under a grand.
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