Smith & Wesson Model 66-8 Combat Magnum .357 Magnum Revolver, 4.25 in Stainless, DA/SA, 6-Shot
The Smith & Wesson Model 66-8 Combat Magnum is a modern K-Frame stainless-steel .357 Magnum revolver with features geared for durability and control. This 4.25-inch, two-piece barrel variant pairs a half-lug and shrouded ejector rod with a serrated topstrap and barrel rib. It retains the classic six-shot, six-flute cylinder and adds 66-8 updates like a ball-detent yoke/front lockup and an internal keyed lock, all in a matte stainless finish.
Condition
Overall Condition: Very good condition, showing only light, superficial signs of prior handling or use.
Bore Overall Condition: Excellent - Clean, mirror finish, no signs of wear.
Bore Rifling: Excellent Rifling - Sharp lands and grooves.
Specific Condition Notes: The revolver presents well with minor, superficial scratches and small blemishes from light handling.
What's Included
- Smith & Wesson factory hard case with S&W logo and factory label (Model 66-8, SKU 162662)
- Smith & Wesson Safety & Instruction Manual: Revolvers (Modern Style)
This K-Frame stainless DA/SA revolver features a matte stainless frame, cylinder, and barrel for corrosion resistance and a clean, low-glare appearance. The six-flute, six-shot cylinder maintains the classic Combat Magnum profile, and the internal keyed lock is positioned above the cylinder latch.
The factory 4.25-inch barrel uses two-piece shroud/tube construction with a half-lug and a shrouded ejector rod. A serrated topstrap and barrel rib help reduce glare. Sight regulation is straightforward with a red-ramp pinned/interchangeable front sight and a fully adjustable square-notch rear sight. Barrel rollmarks include "-.357 MAGNUM-" and "COMBAT MAGNUM."
Chambered in .357 Magnum and rated for .38 Special +P, it offers broad ammunition flexibility. The revolver measures 9.69 inches overall and weighs 36.6 ounces unloaded. The black synthetic S&W-branded round-butt grip with pebble texturing provides a secure, consistent hold.
The 66-8 generation, reintroduced in 2014, adds a ball-detent yoke/front lockup for enhanced cylinder alignment and durability. Made in the United States, this configuration aligns with the Combat Magnum series and is cataloged under SKU 162662 (UPC 022188626629).