Description
Item Description
Bryant Ridge Co. is pleased to present this incredible double-action revolver today for a penny-start auction, this is the Smith & Wesson 686 “U.S. Customs Service!"
This version of the Model 686, known as the "686 CS-1," was produced in the late 1980s for the U.S. Customs Service. These revolvers were built to the specific requirements provided by the Customs Service, resulting in a slightly higher level of craftsmanship compared to standard production models. They featured a round butt, a pinned black front sight, and a bead-blasted finish. Only a small number of these revolvers were purchased and used by customs officers. The Model 686 “CS-1” was only in service for a brief period, being phased out between 1988 and 1989 in favor of more modern semi-automatic pistols. As a result, only a small number of these revolvers were produced, making them quite rare and collectible.
SPECIFICATIONS:
Manufacturer: Smith & Wesson
Model: 686 “U.S. Customs Service”
Serial: AYU0870
Date of Manufacture: 1988
Caliber: .357 Magnum / .38 Special
Finish: Dull Gray Bead Blast Finish
Barrel Length: 4" Full-Lug Barrel
Optics/Sights: Pinned Serrated Ramp Front with Adjustable Micrometer Click Rear
Stock/Grips: Black Pachmayr Rubber Grips with Checkering
Action: Double/Single-Action
Markings: Standard / The Inner Frame is stamped “CS 1” over “2M” and the standard “MOD. 686” is stamped below.
Bryant Ridge's Analysis:
The Smith & Wesson Model 686 is a six or seven-shot double-action revolver manufactured by Smith & Wesson and chambered for the .357 Magnum cartridge; it will also chamber and fire .38 Special cartridges. Smith & Wesson introduced the Model 686 in 1981 and has been a staple among Collectors and Shooting Enthusiasts ever since. The 686 has been available with 2.5,3,4,5,6,7 and 8 in barrel lengths as standard models and other barrel lengths either by special order from S&W's Performance Center custom shop or acquired from or built by after-market gunsmiths. Through the years, there have been several variations of the Model 686.
Model: 686 “U.S. Customs Service”
Serial: AYU0870
Date of Manufacture: 1988
Caliber: .357 Magnum / .38 Special
Finish: Dull Gray Bead Blast Finish
Barrel Length: 4" Full-Lug Barrel
Optics/Sights: Pinned Serrated Ramp Front with Adjustable Micrometer Click Rear
Stock/Grips: Black Pachmayr Rubber Grips with Checkering
Action: Double/Single-Action
Markings: Standard / The Inner Frame is stamped “CS 1” over “2M” and the standard “MOD. 686” is stamped below.
Bryant Ridge's Analysis:
The Smith & Wesson Model 686 is a six or seven-shot double-action revolver manufactured by Smith & Wesson and chambered for the .357 Magnum cartridge; it will also chamber and fire .38 Special cartridges. Smith & Wesson introduced the Model 686 in 1981 and has been a staple among Collectors and Shooting Enthusiasts ever since. The 686 has been available with 2.5,3,4,5,6,7 and 8 in barrel lengths as standard models and other barrel lengths either by special order from S&W's Performance Center custom shop or acquired from or built by after-market gunsmiths. Through the years, there have been several variations of the Model 686.
Return Policy:
We gladly offer a 3 day unfired inspection policy from the time that the firearm is delivered to your FFL. Refunds are available for all qualifying orders.
Shipping Details
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Return Policy
We gladly offer a 3 day unfired inspection policy from the time that the firearm is delivered to your FFL. Refunds are available for all qualifying orders.
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