Sell my S&W model 66, 6in.,stainless 357mag?

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Solomon

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I have a S&W combat .357 mag. I will be taking a carry permit class. It seems to me that my mag will prove to be too large to carry concealed in the mostly hot climate I live in. I would like to buy a Glock 26 instead. The mag is clean and really hasn't been shot much. I would like some opinions about how much I should ask for the mag and
3 boxes of 125 gr. jacketed hollow point .357 and two boxes of 158 gr. lead 38 special. Also for those who advise to have both guns, my budget can't support the purchase of the G-26 without help from the sale of the mag. Thanks for all your advice.
 
Solomon, you might try checking www.collectit.net , the URL for Gun List and look at the Smith section to see what others are asking for theirs. I always hate pricing other folks guns for them.
Personally I'd keep the Smith even for CCW but that is a matter of personal taste. Good luck in what ever you do.

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Gunslinger

I was promised a Shortycicle and I want a Shortycicle!
 
I agree with my friend Gunslinger; but if you really want to know what your S&W Model 66 is
worth, you might get an idea by searching Guns America. I hate to see you sell, but I
understand your situation!!! :(

Best Wishes,
Ala Dan, Life Member N.R.A.
 
Thanks for your replies. I notice that the link to GUNLISTS is an advertisement to subscribe but does not open up to viewing. So I'll try to get a copy of one.

Guns America has been experiencing technical difficulties and it is unknown when that will be rectified.

Both of you don't want me to sell my model 66. Yet wouldn't you agree with me that the Glock 26 is more concealable, a faster reloader, has more capacity and, according to Glock fans, is just as reliable as a "wheel gun". I'm also told that +P ammo gives the G-26 stopping power. If all these things are true, then selling the mag to buy the glock would seem logical. Now if these things are not completely true then I need to reconsider. What say ye?
 
Well, I certainly agree that the Glock 26 is a better carry piece than a 6" barrel K-frame. But selling guns is against my religion...

M1911
 
The 6" is a rarer bird than the 4", of which there are many on the marktet. The 4" was a very popular LEO revolver, and they are generally available in VG condition for less than $250 for a careful shopper. An LNIB 6" MIGHT bring $275-300, unless you find a person with the money burning a hole in their pocket.
 
According to my 20th edition of Blue Book gun values, a S&W model 66 NIB shows $499. Used in 100%, it's $395. 98% shows $280 and 95% shows $200. All that said, if you trade your model 66 for any other handgun, be assured you will not even see those prices, as any dealer will discount your trade so he can make money on both ends. Fact of life. So, if you must sell the 66 (I do understand), try selling it outright at a gunshow. First find out how much you could get for a trade and then add about 10% - 20%. Good luck.
 
I think Hutch is pretty darn close on the value. Since the Gun List link is not taking you to the classifieds I'll post the prices of the only three that are currently listed.
4", pinned & recessed, VG-Exc, $250
4", 99%, box, $425
2.5", as new, $275.

As to your questions; I'm admittedly not the best person to ask to compare the Smith to the Glock....since I love (used) Smiths and do not care for Glocks. So bear in mind that my opinion is biased.
The Glock is more concealable. However, carry methods can be employed that will make the model 66 concealable and comfortable. (I've carried a 6", "N" frame for over twenty years. ;))
Obviously the Glock does have the higher capacity.
The Glock is faster to reload. However, personally I can reload with speed loaders faster than I can with a sprare mag. But then that is what I am practiced in.
The Glock (and not knowing Glock model numbers I'm assuming the 26 is a 9mm) will not compare to the power of the .357 even with +p loads. The 9mm is barely adaquate for a human preditor but nothing more.
Lastly the 6" .357 is perhaps the most versatile handgun in existants. If one were to have only one gun it (the 66) would be preferred over the Glock. The 66 can be concealed, albeit perhaps not as easily. It serves equally well as a target revolver or plinker. There are several folks out there that hunt game as large as deer with 6" .357's with great success. The cartridge itslef is argueably the most veratile cartridge in world as well.
But....and this is a big but, I am not the know all, ends all authority. You should choose the gun that best suits your taste, style and needs.

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Gunslinger

I was promised a Shortycicle and I want a Shortycicle!
 
Gunslinger is right on target. I often carry
a Glock Model 27 in .40S&W; but I most often
can be found shooting my vintage S&W 6" model 28, .357 Magnum!!! :)

Regards,
Ala Dan, Life Member N.R.A.
 
I concurr with Gunslinger's comments.

Also....try a rented or borrowed Glock, shoot it a lot. Does the Glock naturaly score as well FOR YOU as the wheelgun.

If you are better with the wheelgun, consider trading your 6" bbl one for one with shorter bbl. If a private deal you might get some cash in the deal from somebody that wants the longer bbl.

I carry 19, 686, 696 interchangably in hot weather. Large loose shirts, tail out.

I shoot Sig 220 and 1911s pretty well, Glock grip angle is wrong for me and I have to spend more time on the sight picture.

Sam...stainless and plastic guns are for people with bladder problems.
 
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