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Posted: 7/1/2017 10:57:12 AM EDT
I'm no expert. My brother inherited this Smith from my late grandfather.
Any clues as to what it is? Sorry for the crappy pics.  Attached File Attached File Attached File |
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Posted: 7/1/2017 10:58:19 AM EDT
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Posted: 7/1/2017 11:04:32 AM EDT
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Open the cylinder. The model should be stamped on the frame. Serial number are stamped on the crane. Nice Smith. EDIT - Not an S&W expert, but I'd guess it's a 686.
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Posted: 7/1/2017 11:04:49 AM EDT
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is there a number stamped on the inside of the cyl. hinge?
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Posted: 7/1/2017 11:07:08 AM EDT
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No full length under barrel lug, so I would say M66
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Posted: 7/1/2017 11:07:18 AM EDT
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Model 66. There should be a 66 visible when you open the cylinder.
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Posted: 7/1/2017 11:15:59 AM EDT
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Stupid me didn't open the cylinder to check
That would have helped a lot! |
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Posted: 7/1/2017 11:34:31 AM EDT
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No full length under barrel lug, so I would say M66 If you would like the date it was made PM me the serial number with XX for the last three and I will look it up in the Standard Catalogue of S&W. |
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Posted: 7/1/2017 12:17:21 PM EDT
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No full length under barrel lug, so I would say M66 |
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Posted: 7/1/2017 12:17:23 PM EDT
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There ya go... M66 pinned barrel and probably recessed cylinder. (Both are desirable). That is quite possibly the pinnacle of S&W 357 revolvers, as the older ones were built very well. Treasure it and pass it down, it will last a long time. If you would like the date it was made PM me the serial number with XX for the last three and I will look it up in the Standard Catalogue of S&W. Thanks, I'll PM you the serial # soon |
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Posted: 7/1/2017 1:03:00 PM EDT
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No full length under barrel lug, so I would say M66 |
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Posted: 7/1/2017 1:47:58 PM EDT
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Yep model 66! I am not much of a stainless fan but that looks nice!
If trying to date it age wise not all smiths have the serial number in the crane/yoke area, and people constantly mistake assembly numbers for serial numbers. To be 100% sure take the grips off and get the serial number off the bottom of the butt. ( not any numbers on the side of the frame!) Nice target grips too. |
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Posted: 7/1/2017 2:21:14 PM EDT
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Beautiful!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
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Posted: 7/1/2017 5:40:54 PM EDT
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There ya go... M66 pinned barrel and probably recessed cylinder. (Both are desirable). That is quite possibly the pinnacle of S&W 357 revolvers, as the older ones were built very well. Treasure it and pass it down, it will last a long time. If you would like the date it was made PM me the serial number with XX for the last three and I will look it up in the Standard Catalogue of S&W. Being P&R makes it a no Dash or -1. Both are quite collectible. My 66 is among my favorite revolver, edged out by my 27. Eta: no dash/-1 put it built from 1970-1982. |
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Posted: 7/1/2017 6:35:31 PM EDT
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He has a fairly spectacular example of the great S&W revolver.
I love the L frames in .357 (586's over 686's but both are nice). No offense to the k frame loving crowd. But that's a great gun, and very desirable to a lot of folks. It will sell for a premium but hopefully it stays in the family and is shot a lot. |
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Posted: 7/1/2017 8:43:00 PM EDT
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OP, stick to .38spl ammo when you shoot it & you'll be able to keep it in pristine condition for many decades. .357mag ammo in K-frames tend to stress both the forcing cones & the timing on them.
For extra giggles, shoot .38 wadcutters out of it. It's almost like shooting a .22, IMO. |
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Posted: 7/1/2017 9:52:38 PM EDT
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OP, stick to .38spl ammo when you shoot it & you'll be able to keep it in pristine condition for many decades. .357mag ammo in K-frames tend to stress both the forcing cones & the timing on them. For extra giggles, shoot .38 wadcutters out of it. It's almost like shooting a .22, IMO. |
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Posted: 7/2/2017 7:10:41 AM EDT
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 A P&R'd Model 66. Awesome!
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Posted: 7/2/2017 8:17:00 AM EDT
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A P&R'd Model 66. Awesome! |
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Posted: 7/2/2017 9:36:46 AM EDT
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Anyone know the approximate retail value of an example like this?
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Posted: 7/2/2017 9:56:26 AM EDT
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Anyone know the approximate retail value of an example like this? -1 would bring a little less $50-100 in general. |
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Posted: 7/2/2017 11:00:45 AM EDT
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In that condition a no dash will bring 700-800 in my area. It would likely tip $1000 if it has original box, papers, cleaning item, etc. -1 would bring a little less $50-100 in general. 
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Posted: 7/2/2017 11:17:55 AM EDT
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This one stays in the family, though 
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Posted: 7/10/2017 9:40:17 AM EDT
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I got the serial numbers and autococker07 confirmed it's an early Eighties gun. Model 66-1.
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Posted: 7/10/2017 3:18:52 PM EDT
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You were left a nice model 66
it could fetch you 700ish, I would keep it, model 66's / 19's are great guns mine love 140 and 158 grain rounds |
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Posted: 7/10/2017 6:33:38 PM EDT
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That's an $800+ revolver in my area. Glad you are keeping it in the family. It's special when someone leaves you something they obviously cherished. I would never sell something that was given to me under those terms but I understand everybody is different.
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Posted: 7/10/2017 11:55:13 PM EDT
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Nice! The Model 66 is a sweetheart.
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Posted: 7/11/2017 10:09:47 AM EDT
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Beauty. You are lucky to have it.
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Posted: 7/11/2017 1:15:55 PM EDT
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OP, stick to .38spl ammo when you shoot it & you'll be able to keep it in pristine condition for many decades. .357mag ammo in K-frames tend to stress both the forcing cones & the timing on them. For extra giggles, shoot .38 wadcutters out of it. It's almost like shooting a .22, IMO. |
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Posted: 7/12/2017 1:29:43 AM EDT
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Your Brother is a lucky guy. You should try to get your hands on it at all costs!
 Attached File Attached FileI know the second pic looks like it breaks one of the first rules of gun safety, but fear not. Those are dummy rounds made from some ammo that had an unfortunate accident in the washing machine. They are completely inert with no powder and spent primers. |
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Posted: 7/12/2017 8:56:57 AM EDT
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Your Brother is a lucky guy. You should try to get your hands on it at all costs! https://www.AR15.Com/media/mediaFiles/3003/DSCN1000-251992.JPGhttps://www.AR15.Com/media/mediaFiles/3003/DSCN1021-251995.JPG I know the second pic looks like it breaks one of the first rules of gun safety, but fear not. Those are dummy rounds made from some ammo that had an unfortunate accident in the washing machine. They are completely inert with no powder and spent primers. |
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Posted: 7/13/2017 1:56:41 AM EDT
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FYI Most ammo survives a trip through the washer no problem. I might not use in for carry but I would certainly use it for practice. I have washed dozens of rounds of ammo left in my pocket after a USPSA or IDPA match and have never had on fail due to a trip through the washing machine. I wanted them more for use in pic taking. |
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Posted: 7/25/2017 11:48:22 PM EDT
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Definetly a Model 66. IMHO the best revolver S&W makes.
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Posted: 7/25/2017 11:56:10 PM EDT
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This thread makes me miss the 66 no dash new in box I sold a year or two ago for like $700. Still had the sealed cleaning kit and all. I'll miss that beauty!
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Posted: 7/28/2017 9:41:02 PM EDT
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Posted: 8/30/2017 7:46:25 AM EDT
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Here's another family-owned 66.
It's a 66-2, so not as desirable, but still pretty. It's my father's. It cost him $300 in about 2005.  Attached File |
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Posted: 8/31/2017 12:52:48 AM EDT
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There ya go... M66 pinned barrel and probably recessed cylinder. (Both are desirable). That is quite possibly the pinnacle of S&W 357 revolvers, as the older ones were built very well. Treasure it and pass it down, it will last a long time. If you would like the date it was made PM me the serial number with XX for the last three and I will look it up in the Standard Catalogue of S&W. That's a fine 66 though. You can claim it's just like the Navy SEALs carry. All this model 66 porn makes me need one in my life. I have a severe lack of .357's right now. |
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Posted: 8/31/2017 8:30:35 AM EDT
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Posted: 9/1/2017 12:12:27 PM EDT
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Anyone know the approximate retail value of an example like this? |
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Posted: 11/1/2017 10:19:11 PM EDT
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It does have the original box, papers, etc. This one stays in the family, though 
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