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I didn't realize the S&W Model 60 no dash (1.875" barrel) was in production for such a long time without any real modifications, 1965 to 1988 (23 years). The 1.875" barrel was around until 1996 (31 years). 60 - introduced in 1965 60-1 (1972) 3 in square butt limited production 60-2 (1987) DAO NYPD? 60-3 (1988) New yoke retention system
Also per the SCSW, the model 60 shared an all-numeric s/n series with the Chief Special until 1969, when the R s/n's started. FWIW I recently bought two model 60's, both in pretty nice condition. A couple months ago, I paid $425 (private party sale) for the first one, a 1979-80 gun, and just last friday, I paid the same $425 out-the-door ($390 ...
Just purchased my first Smith & Wesson revolver and a newbie to the forum. I found a used stainless model 60-14 at a local pawn store. It has ""S&W .357 MAGNUM" on the barrel. It is in excellent condition and yesterday I had the chance to shoot it for the first time. I shot both .38 and .357. It is a quite a handful with .357 but manageable.
As long as it's the same height as the original. Measure the height from the top of the barrel to the top of the sight w/ a micrometer & order the exact same height. I've set up a few of my favorites this way w/ great results for my aging eyes.
Model 60 serial R20499 shipped in October 1970. Model 60 serial R22616 shipped in August 1970. Model 60 serial R26285 shipped in August 1970. I believe this Mod 60 is too early for the Julian date to be on the label. But, if JKing will post a picture of the label, we can see.
My 3" heavy barrel model 60 is the most accurate .357 I've ever owned or shot. I think you'll be very happy w/ yours (we'd like to see a picture of it). Mine does dance around pretty good w/ hotter loads but shoots like it's guided by radar.
R prefix serial numbered guns began in 1969. The 60-1 marked guns started in 1972. The 60-18 was introduced in 2005. At some point along the line the model 60 was chambered for the .357 mag. So, as you can see, there is quite a bit of variation to the little model 60 which makes posting the serial number a standard requirement.
I've shot a lot of 158 gr. SJSWC +P's in S&W 36's & 60's w/ no issues, many were the old recipe for +P. No loosening, no frame stretching, etc.. No loosening, no frame stretching, etc.. Never used one in defense against people but they worked well on javelina, etc..
The Model 60 is a .357 (I'm still learning about revolvers, but I thought all Model 60's were chambered for .357?) The range just changed management a couple months ago, after which the new operator stocked the rental counter with at least 100 handguns from the used counter of their sporting goods store down the road.
It had a full underlug and Uncle Mike grips and it was a fine shooter. In the store case was a 3" Model 60 Pro and my kid preferred the grips on this model but the look of the std model. Long story, short - only the Pro comes with the wood stocks and he would have to purchase stocks from S&W for $50 to outfit the std model.