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Smith & Wesson
Model 586
Smith & Wesson Revolver 586 .357 Mag Variant-5
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Gun Dimensions Width:No Data
Length:11.44-in Height:No Data
Barrel:5.875-in Weight:46-oz
Variant 5 of 7
Gun Rankings
  • Power Factor (158 grain bullet)208560
  • Recoil Factor (158 grain bullet)8.41 ft-lb
  • Total Capacity6 rounds
  • ConcealabilityVery Poor
  • Defense Factor58%
Gun Specifications
Type:Revolver
Produced:1981 - 1999
Caliber:.357 Mag
Action:revolving chamber
Trigger:double-action (DA/SA)
Safety:hammer block
Cylinder:6-round
Frame:blued carbon steel
Grip:checkered wood
Sights:red ramp front, adjustable rear
Notes:original model
Manufacturer
Smith & Wesson
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Gun Value
MSRP:$499.00Used Est:$730.00
Last Update:1/27/2023
About the Gun

Also known as the Distinguished Combat Magnum. L-frame, with a K-frame-sized grip mated to a larger diameter cylinder. Blued or nickel finish. Throughout its production there were 7 engineering changes made to this model.

Cartridge Specifications
Cartridge: .357 Magnum
Alias: .357 Smith & Wesson Magnum
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Ballistics for This Gun
Selected Bullet Mass:158 grains
MV:1320 ft/sec ME:611 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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