Smith & Wesson Model 69 Combat Magnum .44 Rem Magnum Revolver, 4.25 in, 5-Shot, Stainless, DA/SA
The Smith & Wesson Model 69 Combat Magnum stands out as the first S&W L-frame revolver chambered in .44 Magnum. This five-shot stainless revolver features a two-piece, tensioned barrel with a shrouded underlug, fully adjustable sights, and a durable matte bead-blast finish. It also accepts .44 Special, offering versatility in a compact .44-caliber package built on the L-frame.
Condition
Overall Condition: Excellent condition, showing only faint signs of any prior use or handling.
Bore Condition: Excellent - Clean, mirror finish, no signs of wear.
Bore Rifling: Excellent Rifling - Sharp lands and grooves.
Specific Condition Notes: Minor scratches and small blemishes are present on exterior surfaces. Light carbon residue and scorching appear around the forcing cone and on the cylinder face, typical of normal firing.
What’s Included
- Smith & Wesson factory blue plastic hard case
- Smith & Wesson Revolvers - Modern Style manual
- Smith & Wesson internal lock keys
This Model 69 pairs .44 Magnum power with the L-frame’s balanced size. Its five-shot fluted cylinder keeps the profile trim while maintaining strength, and it also chambers .44 Special for added flexibility. The grooved topstrap and knurled ejector-rod tip reflect practical design details aimed at confident handling.
The 4.25 in two-piece, tensioned barrel system with a shrouded underlug is designed for consistent barrel alignment and controlled muzzle rise. Sight picture is quick and clear thanks to a ramped front sight with a red/orange insert paired with a fully adjustable rear.
Stainless-steel construction throughout—frame, cylinder, and barrel—wears a matte bead-blast finish for a low-glare, uniform appearance. The revolver operates in double-action/single-action with an exposed hammer spur and includes an internal key lock. Black textured synthetic grips with finger grooves and S&W medallions provide a secure, comfortable hold.
Markings include "MADE IN U.S.A. MARCAS REGISTRADAS SMITH & WESSON SPRINGFIELD, MASS." and the S&W crest/logo on the right side of the frame. This example is part of the Combat Magnum series and corresponds to S&W mfg part number 162069.