s&w revolvers

Papalouie

March 18, 2012 15:59

I have a couple of questions I would appreciate hearing from you on these two items:
First, my recently used purchase S&W revolver is stamped Mod. 66-3. I see Mod 66 at the S&W website but I don't know the significance of the suffix "3"...is it barrel length? Mine is a stainless, 357, I believe 4" barrel, 6-shot, double action, K-Frame revolver.
Secondly, I see the following language on gun barrels, publications, auction lots, etc. Are all/any of these terms essentially the same: "38 S&W", "38 Special", "38", and "38 S&W Special Ctg."?
Thanks for the help. Best, Jim

timbroman@aol.com

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  Papalouie

  March 18, 2012 15:59

  I would like to get some information on older s&w revolvers (pre-lock) vs current revolvers. What is the difference, when did they change, which one is better, i.e. more reliable, durable, greater value, etc.

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  nmyers

  March 18, 2012 17:16

  We could probably write a book answering your questions.
  
  Actually, someone DID write a book: Standard Catalog of Smith & Wesson by Supica & Nahas. I think you would enjoy reading it.
  
  Neal

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  beantownshootah

  March 18, 2012 19:15

  Here's a place to start:
  
  http://www.handloads.com/misc/Smith.Model.Changes.asp

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  FUUN063

  March 18, 2012 22:45

  I second the big Smith book. LOTS of information. Personally, I like the older models. They also command a premium and feel absolutely smoother.
  
  Leland

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  bartman45

  March 19, 2012 02:03

  ONLY old ones for me. MIM parts leave me cold. An older S&W is better than money in the bank as a S&W should appreciate in price.

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  BUCKAWHO

  March 19, 2012 15:10

  Smiths made between 1945 and 1985 are the ones to have IMHO. Variety, quality, value, and appreciation can't be beat! These seem to be the most sought after on GunBroker auctions. BT

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