Bucksnort1
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I have a Smith 626 with a 6" barrel. I've been considering trading it for a 4" 626 or having it shortened by a gun smith. Any thoughts on making it shorter?
S&W 626
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carguychris
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626 is not a standard-production S&W model number.
What is the exact number with an "M" prefix inside the yoke cut at the front of the cylinder? Include the number after the dash, if any, e.g. M686-4.
What is the exact number with an "M" prefix inside the yoke cut at the front of the cylinder? Include the number after the dash, if any, e.g. M686-4.
Jim Watson
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I have not heard of a S&W 626, either. By their often ignored numbering convention, it would be a stainless steel 1950 .45 Target. Which I don't think they have built.
As far as shortening the stock barrel, the answer is that it is possible to saw one off but a good job is rather expensive. SDM charges $250 to cut, crown, and install a new ramp with blade.
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As far as shortening the stock barrel, the answer is that it is possible to saw one off but a good job is rather expensive. SDM charges $250 to cut, crown, and install a new ramp with blade.
Hey, chris. Just thought you would like to know that any time I click on the Yahoo weather icon, the first thing that comes up is Richardson Texas, in spite of the fact that it is not on my saved list.
Bucksnort1
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Sorry, I must have had a brain fart but remember, I'm always right unless I'm wrong. It is a 686-3.
Bucksnort1
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SmokinTom, Your suggestion is a good one. I had a Model 66 also in .357, which was a Colorado State Police service revolver which I no longer own - darn it or rather darn me for not keeping it. I like the way the 686 looks with the full length lug below the barrel the 686 - is that the right term for it? It's just a bit bulky for a backpacking/hunting/fishing gun.
Thanks.
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Thanks.
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carguychris
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Sell it and buy a 4" Model 686. You should come out more or less even.Pogybait said:
S&W collectors are notoriously picky about originality. You're highly unlikely to get your money back out of the modified 6" gun should you decide to sell it. Basically, this project amounts to starting with a ~$550 gun and spending $250 to turn it into a $400 gun.
FWIW the M686-4 and later versions were offered in a 7-shot "Plus" configuration. Also, don't forget about the M620, which is basically a 7-shot M686 with a 2-piece 4" non-underlug barrel, and the M681, which is a 4" fixed-sight 6-shot M686. M620's and M681's typically sell for less than 4" M686's simply because most shooters don't know what they are; the only potential wrinkles are that they're uncommon, and the M620 was only offered with the infamous ILS.