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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 or …

Bryant Ridge's AnalysisThe Smith & Wesson 4590 Transitional Model emerged as an intriguing development in the evolution of Smith & Wesson's semi-automatic pistols. This model bridges the second and third generations of the company's popular 9mm handguns. The transition from the second generation, typified by models like the 459, to the third generation, which included models like the 5906, brought several design enhancements and functional improvements. One of the key reasons for the dev …

Bryant Ridge's AnalysisThe Smith & Wesson Model 586 is a six-shot double-action revolver that uses .357 Magnum cartridges and can also fire .38 Special cartridges. It is made of carbon steel and comes in a blued or nickel finish. The Model 586 is essentially the same as the Model 686, which is made of stainless steel. It is also known as the Distinguished Combat Magnum. The Model 586 uses S&W's L (medium) revolver frame, with a K-frame-sized grip mated to a larger diameter cylinder. In t …