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Smith & Wesson
Model 686P
Smith & Wesson Revolver 686P .357 Mag Variant-4
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Gun Dimensions Width:No Data
Length:10.375-in Height:No Data
Barrel:5-in Weight:40.5-oz
Variant 4 of 5
Gun Rankings
  • Power Factor (158 grain bullet)202872
  • Recoil Factor (158 grain bullet)9.16 ft-lb
  • Total Capacity7 rounds
  • ConcealabilityPoor
  • Defense Factor64%
Gun Specifications
Type:Revolver
Produced:
Caliber:.357 Mag
Action:revolving chamber
Trigger:double-action (DA/SA)
Safety:
Cylinder:7-round
Frame:stainless steel
Grip:Ahrens wood cocobolo
Sights:fiber-optic front, adj. V-notch rear
Notes:Stocking Dealer Special
Manufacturer
Smith & Wesson
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Gun Value
MSRP:$899.00Used Est:$725.00
Last Update:2/3/2023
About the Gun

This was a limited run Model 686P variant with a rare half lug 5" barrel, Hi-Viz front sight, and wood stocks.

Cartridge Specifications
Cartridge: .357 Magnum
Alias: .357 Smith & Wesson Magnum
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Ballistics for This Gun
Selected Bullet Mass:158 grains
MV:1284 ft/sec ME:579 ft-lbs
About the Cartridge

Smith & Wesson introduced this cartridge for its heavy-frame revolver. Ammunition was developed by Winchester in cooperation with Smith & Wesson. Using a lengthened and strengthened version of the .38 Special case, the .357 Magnum was rapidly accepted by hunters and law enforcement. At the time of its introduction, it was claimed to easily pierce the body panels of automobiles and crack engine blocks. While it has less power than the .44 Magnum, it compares favorably to the 10mm Norma and .45 ACP, but with better armor penetration. Today factories offer over fifty different loadings in this caliber.

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5 of 5 Stars
686 P
By Dano on 06 Aug 2022
Very accurate with moderate recoil .