S&W Model 66-1 Snub

[Tony2much]

About 2 weeks ago, I drove almost 5 hours (round trip) to Orlando to snatch this little beauty. Price was $675. with box and all original paperwork (no tools).

When I got home (my typical time to notice things), I realized the serial number was different on the box and it was not original to my 66-1. It was an original box for a 2.5" 66 no dash.

I'm still very satisfied with my purchase, although I now have to find a 66 no dash to put in that darn box.

 

[MacGuffin]

Great Gun!

Although, not a recent acquisition...

When I began my career, I bought this 66-4 snubby with my very first LE discount. And, since it was on the agency's authorized carry list, I carried it as my duty weapon until the switch to a semi-auto. It is still one of my absolute favorites!

 

[opaul]

Although, not a recent acquisition...

When I began my career, I bought this 66-4 snubby with my very first LE discount. And, since it was on the agency's authorized carry list, I carried it as my duty weapon until the switch to a semi-auto. It is still one of my absolute favorites!

MacGuffin
Check that strain screw. It might just be the photo but it looks backed out to me.

 

[paragain]

Here are my 66-1,s.
Took me along time to get the 3" but it makes the set complete.

 

[WCCPHD]

When I began my full time law enforcement career in 1979 with the State of North Carolina my first issued handgun was a 2.5 inch Model 66-1. We carried it in an issued Roy Baker Pancake holster, loaded with 158 grain Remington JHP .357 magnum ammo. It was a bear to qualify with. Particularly at night given the muzzle flash from the short barrel. Early in 1983 we went to a four inch Model 66-2. We were given the opportunity to purchase the 2.5 inch guns for $150. My gun, which I got used, was out of time and shaved lead, and I was young and poor, so I passed on it. These guns were not marked in any way so I rationalized that it could be replaced later. Fast forward to 2008 when one of my Deputy Directors offered me a 66-1, 2.5 inch. The gun had been the issued gun of the Sheriff of Caldwell County, NC, who carried a personally owned semi-auto and it had probably a cylinder of ammo through it. I got the gun, the combat targets on it, the original magnas, box and tools for $400 so I did not complain that it had been fired a little bit.



This was the replacement. It was issued with PC Magnas and a Tyler T grip.



Close up of the agency seal

 

[PALADIN85020]

I'm a great fan of the Model 66-1 snubby. Particularly in cold weather under normal outer coats, it's an incredible discreet carry gun, and a real show-stopper if it ever needs to be employed. Interestingly, the 66-1 guns were the last pinned and recessed examples of the breed. Here's a couple of shots of mine, which I have equipped with my favored Ahrends stocks. These help in concealment because they don't "print" much, yet aid a lot in control.

John

 

[MacGuffin]

MacGuffin
Check that strain screw. It might just be the photo but it looks backed out to me.

Thanks, opaul! It did take a full twist. Much obliged!

 

[Marshal Tom]

I owned a 2 1/2 inch -2 from new and had it worked over as well. I loved the gun but decided to look for a 3" instead. I sold the 2 1/2 and found a 3" NIB. I wanted the full length ejector rod and longer sight radius. Love the 3".

 

[opaul]

About 2 weeks ago, I drove almost 5 hours (round trip) to Orlando to snatch this little beauty. Price was $675. with box and all original paperwork (no tools).

When I got home (my typical time to notice things), I realized the serial number was different on the box and it was not original to my 66-1. It was an original box for a 2.5" 66 no dash.

I'm still very satisfied with my purchase, although I now have to find a 66 no dash to put in that darn box.

Very nice!
That's sounds familiar, I did a 5-1/2 hour round trip to pick mine up .

 

[Cocked & Locked]

 

[opaul]

You have to admit, stags really add character and prestige to a nice revolver that can wear them properly, and that right there is proper.

 

[Cocked & Locked]

Thanks! I really like them better than these...I think

 

[vigil617]

Very nice!
That's sounds familiar, I did a 5-1/2 hour round trip to pick mine up .

Cross any state lines in the process?

 

[HYPURR]

One of the 66 Herd

1974 66 No Dash wearing S&W Combat Grips. Original grips are on while residing in the safe...

 

[opaul]

Cross any state lines in the process? [/QUOTE

Nope, Raleigh to Hickory and back - strictly down the middle

 

[DevilDog72]

can I play..... it is just a -3, but I like it.

 

[CH4]

I'll never get rid of my 66-1!

 

[moralem]

S&W Model 66-1 Snub

I am interested in buying a mod. 66-1. I am curious what the going price would be with the box and paperwork. They are a great gun, I use to carry one when I was a detective. That is an awesome find.

I would venture a guess that folks are going to want a pretty penny.....this one a 66-3 is going for 1000 dollars in my neck of the woods.

 

[Bpx4st]

Here's mine.
Regards,
turnerriver

What shoulder rig is that.

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[les.b]

What shoulder rig is that.

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Looks like an El Paso Saddlery to me...1942 Tanker?

Best Regards, Les