Smith & Wesson Model 66 Combat Magnum .357 Mag Stainless Steel Revolver

A: Other Variations New Search BRAND: Smith & Wesson # OF MAGS: MODEL: Model 66 Combat Magnum SAFETY: Internal Lock TYPE: Revolver: Double Action SIGHTS: Front: Red Ramp Rear: White Outline Adjustable CALIBER: 357 BARREL: 2.75 FINISH: Glass Bead Stainless Steel OVERALL LENGTH: 7.75 ACTION: Double Action WEIGHT: 36.6 oz STOCK: Synthetic Grip PACKAGING: CAPACITY: 6 FEATURES: Full Top Strap And Barrel Serration CHOKES: FEATURES: 2-Piece Barrel, Ball Detent Lock Up

A: If you look at this model on the sw website, it does show the key hole lock. You will have to look at the used market for older generations of this gun if you want a Model 66 with out an internal lock.

A: George, this is a recent model from S&W. I don't know specifically about the Forcing Cone so I would confirm this with Buds and.or S&W at (Buds) LiveChat (available from 9AM to 9PM 7 days a week), the "Blue Chat Button" at the bottom right of the page, or phoning at (859) 368-0371 (available 9AM to 9PM EST Monday through Friday). Smith and Wesson contact is (USA) 1-800-331-0852 Mon-Fri 8:00AM-6:00PM Eastern Time

A: George, this is a recent model from S&W. I don't know specifically about the Forcing Cone so I would confirm this with Buds and.or S&W at (Buds) LiveChat (available from 9AM to 9PM 7 days a week), the "Blue Chat Button" at the bottom right of the page, or phoning at (859) 368-0371 (available 9AM to 9PM EST Monday through Friday). Smith and Wesson contact is (USA) 1-800-331-0852 Mon-Fri 8:00AM-6:00PM Eastern Time

A: this is a recent model from S&W. I don't know specifically about the Forcing Cone so I would confirm this with Buds and.or S&W at (Buds) LiveChat (available from 9AM to 9PM 7 days a week), the "Blue Chat Button" at the bottom right of the page, or phoning at (859) 368-0371 (available 9AM to 9PM EST Monday through Friday). Smith and Wesson contact is (USA) 1-800-331-0852 Mon-Fri 8:00AM-6:00PM Eastern Time

A: The model 66-8 is indeed the newly introduced version with two-piece barrel and shroud. This system places the steel "tube" barrel under tension from both ends and eliminates stresses on the forcing cone that are common with traditional barrels torqued to the frame. Advantages to the new system is greater accuracy, and less potential for the forcing cone to fail by cracking. The "K" designation refers to the frame size, and this a K-frame size handgun, which is a bit smaller than the L-frame which was purpose-built for the .357 magnum. I currently own the M69 .44 magnum which uses the same, two-piece barrel system and it has been problem free.

A: I've heard the only reason S&W went with the two barrel design is because it's cheaper to install.

A: to lower production costs to keep the guns at a certain price point

A: John, recessing the muzzle end of the sleeve to conceal the barrel flange was only a cosmetic improvement, the Model 66-8's yoke and cylinder were redesigned to make room for the rear of the barrel to be thicker. The rear end of the 66-7's barrel all the way around is about the thickness of the thinnest spot in older one piece K frame .357 barrels. However, despite the thinness, the 66-7 got rid of the stress inducing flat under the forcing cone that caused a very small percentage of one piece .357 barrels to crack. So, the 66-8 barrel is stronger, but only on the other end.

A: Best bet is to click the blue notify me button and wait for an email.... unfortunately we don't know when things will come in.

A: Hi Anthony and welcome. This is a Round Butt Frame. Cheers, stay safe and enjoy!

A: Hi Anthony, the frame is round. Stay safe & have a great day!