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$829.99- Multi caliber revolver
- Crisp, clean trigger
- Heavy in the front
- Takes more practice for better accuracy
The Smith & Wesson 686 Plus is our go-to recommendation if you’re looking for a first revolver. Reliable, takes both .38 Special and .357 Magnum rounds, soaks up the recoil, and looks great to boot!
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Smith & Wesson 686 Plus Specs
Smith & Wesson 686 Plus Features
7 round cylinder
Full length ejector rod
SA/DA
Integrated red ramp front sight
Adjustable rear sight
Stainless steel construction
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Smith & Wesson 686 Plus Variations & Comparables
The S&W 686 is built on S&W’s durable medium L-Frame, which allows for continuous use of magnum cartridges while maintaining longevity. These 6-shot revolvers are popular among hunters, target shooters, and general enthusiasts alike and are known for their accuracy and smooth triggers.
It disappeared for a bit…but it’s back. The Python has made a triumphant return and builds onto Colt’s Snake Gun series. This revolver is a decent wheelgun that admittedly had some kinks on first launch, but those seem to be worked out. It offers a modern stainless steel barrel while keeping to that classic Python look. It’s accurate and a stunningly fun gun to shoot.
The King Cobra is Colt’s revival of the medium-framed magnum revolver from their older “snake gun” lineup. While it may be a fairly standard 6-shot, 3-inch barreled revolver, it comes in at a price point similar to that of its competitors. This means you get the name value that comes with owning a Colt product without having to pay a premium for it.
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final verdict
“The Smith & Wesson 686 is a fantastic revolver with utter reliability, comfortable ergonomics, and beautiful aesthetics. Its accuracy and customization are par for the course. But for a personal protection gun it’s perfect and comes in different barrel lengths and even a Plus model with 7 rounds of .38 Special or .357 Magnum.” – Kat Ainsworth Stevens
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