Smith & Wesson 686 one of the Best Revolvers

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I have a S&W 686+ and a Ruger GP100. I would be hard-pressed to say which handgun I like better. Both are super-accurate (when my poor ability will let them) and have great fit-and-finish.

The 686+ has a terrific SA trigger and a nice, crisp DA trigger. It is truly a joy to shoot.
 
3" 4" & 8-3/8"

I like my model 686 with the 4 inch barrel so much I bought the 686+ with the 3 inch barrel - love them both.
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Me too Garybock.

And I also have one in an 8-3/8" - but not scoped like Salmoneye's.

My 3" 686+ is my cool weather carry piece - it does require an additional layer of clothing for concealment. But I feel more confident with it on my side than my other two semi-auto carry guns (in California, you must declare a maximum of three specific guns for carry).

I purchased new my 4" 686 in 1986 (6/6/86, to be exact :p ) and it is my favorite gun - ever. And I own more handguns than I have fingers, so that's saying a bit. I even like it more than my near-mint Python.
 
All Smith & Wesson revolvers could be called the best because of the craftsmanship by the gunsmiths at the factory that do such a great job on each revolver they make. My Smith & Wesson, Model 27-2, .357 magnum is one of classic revolvers from the past. :)
 

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Nice birthday present. My 686 is a 6'', first generation model that I bought for small game hunting and target shooting. I've had it for over 25 years and it's still a joy to shoot.
 
I like the way the S&W forum divides up by to which generation of the brand we refer. Comments about vintage guns mixed with those of new production are not very useful, if there is any point to be made.

I suppose the least we could do is be sure to state the vintage.
 
This is nearly the perfect revolver. I have the 3 inch and love it. If the 66/19 were as tough as the 686, that would be my favorite revolver. But alas, they are not. I just wish I could carry it without worrying about concealability! No doubt though, it's one if the best out there.
 
I have a 2 1/2" and a 4" 686, both from the mid 80s. They are both smooth and accurate after all these years and I'm glad to have them both. I wish you the best with yours!
 
So I have a PC 627 V-Comp (N-frame) 5" which is really excellent. But my eyes have wandered to the 686 (or perhaps the 686+) 4" to add to the (very small) collection. I've never held/shot one. What should I expect? Other many 'more is better', is it enough different to warrant a closer look? A lighter/smaller gun would be nice though...
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I got mine when they first came out. I used them for PPC competition.


This one has an amazing double action trigger job made especially for PPC.

I have another M686 w/ a 2 1/2" bbl. The trigger mod was also done in the same style as it's bigger brother. It was for "off duty" matches.


And, there is this one, it's actually a M581 w/ an aftermarket rib. It's by Bill Davis.

Aloha, Mark
 
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