A few years back, S&W resurrected the Model 66 as the M66 Combat Magnum, featuring a slightly longer two-piece 2-3/4″ barrel and longer ejection rod for better ejection of spent brass, plus a ball-detent lockup to address concerns over longevity with magnum loads.

Aug 20, 2016 · As far as I can tell, no special treatment went to the trigger - which is rather self-evident because it's grittier than a cattle car full of John Wayne clones. The M66 has a 2.5" barrel while the Wiley Clapp has a 3" barrel. The SW trigger pulls in DA and SA modes are utterly superior to the Ruger.

May 11, 2001 · Still, the M66 would be better suited as a primary gun than the either the Rossi or Taurus revolvers. We base this on its ability to handle the full-power magnum loads more comfortably and accurately.

Mar 8, 2016 · The full power .357 Magnum round out of a snub barrel makes a good intimation of a SWAT stun grenade with it's bright flash and literally ear-splitting CRACK muzzle blast. Fire a full Magnum load in an enclosed space like a room or inside a car and you'll have some permanent hearing damage.

I’ve narrowed my choices to buying nothing, buying a pre-lock (possibly P&R) M66 2.5”, or buying a new production M66-8 2.75”. My understanding is: The sight radius and

Mar 1, 2009 · Shown with my Model 66 snub are a speed loader and carrier. The speed loader contains Remington .357 Magnum 125-gr. Golden Sabers, a mid-power magnum load intended for more compact "carry guns". The Revolver: This …

Oct 31, 2013 · Just looking around at the 2.5' M66s. They are what I really like in a revolver, specifically: stainless, .357, and snub nose. My question is, were all of the snub 66s configured as round butt re

Apr 26, 2024 · I had a range trip a couple of days ago (and have posted separate threads about my Colt 1911 and Standard SAA) and wanted to post about how this range trip reminded me that a K frame snub revolver is VERY relevant when considering a concealed carry handgun!

Jun 30, 2019 · I think M66 Snubbies are 2nd in demand and popularity right behind the M24, M29 in 3" barrel form these days. I knew/had a feeling when I saw your thread title that Brian had already sold all of his stock at AimSurplus.

I mention the Mustang conundrum to frame my review of the new Smith and Wesson 66-8 2 3/4" revolver. Being a Smith aficionado, I've owned many Model 66s over the years. I understood their limitations with respect to shooting full power .357 magnum 125 grain bullet loads et cetera.