4/11/2023 0 Comments Cleanapp crackedThe rear sight is a square notch S&W micrometer click ,adjustable for windage and elevation. Sights / Optics: The front sight is a red insert serrated ramped blade with a red insert, and mounted on an elevated base. The right side of the frame is marked with the four line Marcas Registradas address. The right side of the barrel is marked “S.&W.357 MAGNUM”. The right side of the grip frame is marked “7866” and with a “W” in a triangle. The left side of the grip frame is marked “E25 / 145 2 S”. The left side of the frame is marked with an S&W logo. Markings: The left side of the barrel is marked “SMITH & WESSON”. Model: 686-3, the Distinguished Combat MagnumĪction Type: Single and Double Action Revolver with Swing-Out Cylinder Ready Tactical carriersĪre easy to position on your belt and offer great retention. Last but not least, the colored electrical tape on the speedloaders helps me quickly identify which gun they fit. The grips really finish out the two tone look. The last upgrade was to switch from Hogue Monogrips to VZ Grips 320 square butt also in black. The sideplate screws were also changed to the Power Custom Pre-1988 allen head screws. The thumbpiece was replaced from the 'old style' to the 'new style' factory release. I chose to change the parts to a black finish to make the revolver two-tone (which looks neat). While I have not had any issue with the frame locks on newer Smiths, that little hole does hurt the aesthetics of the revolver. This model was made prior to the frame mounted firing pins, MIM hammers and triggers, and the dreaded internal frame lock. Those that were updated have an 'M' stamped next to the serial number. In 1987 a recall was issued to correct a cylinder binding issue. This actually makes the revolver slightly older than me, but I digress. This specific model, the 686-1, was produced in 1986. The firing pin can be seen attached to the hammer. L frames are very ergonomic wheel guns, particularly with a proper set of stocks. Despite the weight, large frame Smith & Wesson revolvers balance exceedingly well in the hand. At nearly 40 ounces with a four inch barrel, these characteristics provide enough mass to dampen recoil while propelling bullets to the listed velocities of commercially produced ammunition. 357 Magnum rounds when the forcing cones on medium 'K' frames cracked under extended use. Built on the slightly larger 'L' frame, this model was designed to handle a steady diet of. Smith & Wesson introduced the 686 in 1980.
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