Description
Item Description
Bryant Ridge Auction Company is pleased to present this collectible double-action revolver today for a penny-start auction...this is the SMITH & WESSON MODEL 686 DISTINGUISHED COMBAT MAGNUM chambered in .357 Magnum!
As you can see in the many photographs provided, this example remains what we believe to be Consumer Unfired, with only traces of faint powder residue remaining on "every other Chamber of the Cylinder Face indicative of the Factory test fire procedure."
As you can see in the many photographs provided, this example remains what we believe to be Consumer Unfired, with only traces of faint powder residue remaining on "every other Chamber of the Cylinder Face indicative of the Factory test fire procedure."
SPECIFICATIONS:
Manufacturer: Smith & Wesson
Model: 686-1
Serial: AWE6874
Date of Manufacture: 1987
Caliber: .357 Magnum
Finish: Stainless Steel
Barrel Length: 4"
Optics/Sights: Serrated Ramp Red Insert Front / Adjustable Rear
Stock/Grips: Hardwood Target
Action: Double-Action
Markings: Standard
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 on the Model 686. The Model 686 Classic Hunter was introduced in 1988 and has a 150 mm (6 in) barrel and a non-fluted cylinder; the Model 686 Black Stainless was introduced in 1989 and has either a 100 or 150 mm (4 or 6 in) barrel with a black finish, with production limited to 5000; the Model 686 National Security Special was introduced in 1992 and has a 76 or 102 mm (3 or 4 in) barrel; the Model 686 Target Champion was introduced in 1992 and has a 150 mm (6 in) match-grade barrel, adjustable trigger stop, and walnut grips; the Model 686 Power Port was introduced in 1994 and has a ported 150 mm (6 in) barrel; the Model 686 Plus was introduced in 1996 and has a 64, 76, 102, or 152 mm (2.5, 3, 4, or 6 in) barrel, adjustable sights, 7-shot cylinder, and Hogue rubber grips.
Condition/Contents:
This example is in IMMACULATE condition in a factory-fired-only state and will ship with the original S&W box and papers shown in the many photographs provided above!
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.
Model: 686-1
Serial: AWE6874
Date of Manufacture: 1987
Caliber: .357 Magnum
Finish: Stainless Steel
Barrel Length: 4"
Optics/Sights: Serrated Ramp Red Insert Front / Adjustable Rear
Stock/Grips: Hardwood Target
Action: Double-Action
Markings: Standard
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 on the Model 686. The Model 686 Classic Hunter was introduced in 1988 and has a 150 mm (6 in) barrel and a non-fluted cylinder; the Model 686 Black Stainless was introduced in 1989 and has either a 100 or 150 mm (4 or 6 in) barrel with a black finish, with production limited to 5000; the Model 686 National Security Special was introduced in 1992 and has a 76 or 102 mm (3 or 4 in) barrel; the Model 686 Target Champion was introduced in 1992 and has a 150 mm (6 in) match-grade barrel, adjustable trigger stop, and walnut grips; the Model 686 Power Port was introduced in 1994 and has a ported 150 mm (6 in) barrel; the Model 686 Plus was introduced in 1996 and has a 64, 76, 102, or 152 mm (2.5, 3, 4, or 6 in) barrel, adjustable sights, 7-shot cylinder, and Hogue rubber grips.
Condition/Contents:
This example is in IMMACULATE condition in a factory-fired-only state and will ship with the original S&W box and papers shown in the many photographs provided above!
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
Handgun Standard Shipping $50.00
Long Gun Standard Shipping $65.00
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Payment 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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