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Smith & Wesson
Model 686SSR
Smith & Wesson Revolver 686SSR .357 Mag Variant-1
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Gun Dimensions Width:No Data
Length:9.56-in Height:No Data
Barrel:4-in Weight:38.3-oz
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Gun Rankings
  • Power Factor (158 grain bullet)195130
  • Recoil Factor (158 grain bullet)9.14 ft-lb
  • Total Capacity6 rounds
  • ConcealabilityPoor
  • Defense Factor64%
Gun Specifications
Type:Revolver
Produced:2007 -
Caliber:.357 Mag
Action:revolving chamber
Trigger:double-action (DA/SA)
Safety:
Cylinder:6-round
Frame:stainless steel
Grip:custom engraved wood
Sights:red ramp front, adjustable rear
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Manufacturer
Smith & Wesson
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Gun Value
MSRP:$999.00Used Est:$750.00
Last Update:2/3/2023
About the Gun

The Model 686SSR (Stock Service Revolver) is set up specifically for the stock service revolver (SSR) class in IDPA competition. IDPA does not allow revolvers with more than 6 rounds. The gun comes from the factory with some features that are desirable to many competition shooters, such as chamfered cylinder holes, forged hammer and trigger, and a slightly better trigger pull. The 4" barrel is the maximum length allowed for IDPA, and the slab-siding helps the pistol feel a little more like the 'K'-frames in terms of weight.

Cartridge Specifications
Cartridge: .357 Magnum
Alias: .357 Smith & Wesson Magnum
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Ballistics for This Gun
Selected Bullet Mass:158 grains
MV:1235 ft/sec ME:535 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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