Smith & Wesson
Smith & Wesson Model 686 Plus
Seven-shot L-frame .357 on a stainless mid-frame that soaks magnum recoil. The default all-around .357 service and range revolver against which the others are measured.
Key Highlights
- •Seven-shot L-frame .357 that handles full-power magnum on a stainless mid-frame
- •The default all-around .357 for range, home defense, and woods carry
- •Best fit for a do-everything magnum revolver with adjustable sights
Specifications
- Price
- $989
- Weight
- 2 lb 8 oz
- Calibers
- .357 Magnum, .38 Special +P
- Rail Type
- none
Capability Profile
0-10 Scale Across 8 Axes
Compatibility Tags
Detailed Specifications
- caliber
- .357 Magnum / .38 Special +P
- Barrel Length
- 4.125 inches
- Overall Length
- 9.625 inches
- width
- 1.55 inches
- capacity
- 7 rounds
- action
- Double-action / single-action
- material
- Satin stainless steel L-frame
- sights
- Red-ramp front, white-outline adjustable rear
- msrp
- $1,039 reference MSRP
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