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Smith & Wesson Model 66 Combat Magnum
Scale To:
Gun Dimensions		Width:	No Data
Length:	7.8-in	Height:	No Data
Barrel:	2.75-in	Weight:	33.5-oz
Variant 1 of 2

Gun Rankings
Power Factor (158 grain bullet)181858 Recoil Factor (158 grain bullet)9.42 ft-lb Total Capacity6 rounds ConcealabilityFair Defense Factor68%

Gun Specifications
Type:	Revolver
Produced:	2017 -
Caliber:	.357 Mag
Action:	revolving chamber
Trigger:	double-action (DA/SA)
Safety:	hammer block
Cylinder:	6-round
Frame:	stainless steel
Grip:	black synthetic
Sights:	pinned patridge front, adj. black rear
Notes:

Manufacturer
	Smith & Wesson More Info

Gun Value
MSRP:	$979.00	Used Est:	$725.00
Last Update:	8/19/2023

About the Gun

Re-release of the original K-Frame Model 66 revolver, Features full top-strap and barrel serrations, ball-detent lock-up, 2-piece barrel.

Cartridge Specifications
Cartridge:	.357 Magnum
Alias:	.357 Smith & Wesson Magnum
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Ballistics for This Gun
Selected Bullet Mass:		158 grains
MV:	1151 ft/sec	ME:	465 ft-lbs

About the Cartridge

Smith & Wesson introduced this cartridge for its heavy-frame revolver. Ammunition was developed by Winchester in cooperation with Smith & Wesson. Using a lengthened and strengthened version of the .38 Special case, the .357 Magnum was rapidly accepted by hunters and law enforcement. At the time of its introduction, it was claimed to easily pierce the body panels of automobiles and crack engine blocks. While it has less power than the .44 Magnum, it compares favorably to the 10mm Norma and .45 ACP, but with better armor penetration. Today factories offer over fifty different loadings in this caliber.

User Rating

4	User Ratings
2	User Comments

User Comments

Wheelgun Machinery Excellence!
By quavis on 21 Nov 2022
This K-frame model pistol from Smith & Wesson is a beautifully-crafted,well-balanced,ergonomic side arm of superb form and function.The original version was highly favored by both law enforcement and citizens for nearly 50 years,then discontinued,only to return 10 years later from raving popular demand.It packs intensive power in just a medium frame,but is durable for the cause.If there had to be reasons for an old-school,wheelgun resurgence,the S&W Model 66 revolver is certainly one of them.It's an accurate,loud,fun shooter as well as a charming classic collector.

Great revolver...but for the internal lock
By EmeraldCoaster on 15 Apr 2019
S&W is keeping the internal lock, for now, so this K-frame is judged with that in mind. Other than the lock, the Model 66-8 is a very nice package. Both DA and SA trigger pulls are smooth, no stacking or grittiness. Timing and lockup are as expected—solid. Takes the X-frame recoil absorbing grip. Note: currently comes with red ramp front sight.