Description
Item Description
Bryant Ridge Auction Company is pleased to present this LIMITED PRODUCTION double-action revolver today for a penny-start auction, this it the Smith & Wesson 686 also known as the .357 Distinguished Combat Magnum Stainless!
This revolver also features a "CS 1" marking inside the frame indicating this revolver was originally intended for shipment to United States Customs for agents in the field. The Model 686 revolver served U.S. Customs for only a short period of time being quickly phased out during 1988-89 in favor of more modern semi-automatic pistols, causing only a small number of revolvers to be manufactured.
This revolver also features a "CS 1" marking inside the frame indicating this revolver was originally intended for shipment to United States Customs for agents in the field. The Model 686 revolver served U.S. Customs for only a short period of time being quickly phased out during 1988-89 in favor of more modern semi-automatic pistols, causing only a small number of revolvers to be manufactured.
SPECIFICATIONS:
Manufacturer: Smith & Wesson
Model: 686
Serial: AZB5476
Date of Manufacture: 1988
Caliber: .357 Magnum
Finish: Stainless Bead Blast
Barrel Length: 4" Full Lug
Optics/Sights: Pinned Black Serrated Trijicon Ramp Front and Adjustable Trijicon Rear
Stock/Grips: Fingergroove wood with S&W Medallions
Action: Double
Markings: Standard / "CS 1" stamped above model stamping.
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. It is the stainless steel version of the Model 586, which featured a blued steel finish. The Model 686 is based on S&W's L (medium) revolver frame. During the 1980s, Smith & Wesson developed its L-Frame line of .357 Magnums: the Model 581, Model 586, Model 681 and Model 686. The Models 581 and 681 have fixed sights, whereas the 586 and 686 use adjustable sights.
This revolver also features a "CS 1" marking inside the frame indicating this revolver was originally intended for shipment to United States Customs for use by an agent. Many of these revolvers were sold through commercial means once Customs retired them. The CS-1 Model 686 revolvers were built to the exacting specification of the U.S. Customs armorers in Glynco, Georgia to create a supremely accurate and dependable service revolver which would stand up to the wear and tear of Customs duty. The Model 686 revolver served U.S. Customs for only a short period of time being phased out during 1988-89 in favor of more modern semi-automatic pistols, causing only a small number of revolvers to be manufactured.
Contents:
This example will ship with a Liberty Sports MFG Holster!
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
Serial: AZB5476
Date of Manufacture: 1988
Caliber: .357 Magnum
Finish: Stainless Bead Blast
Barrel Length: 4" Full Lug
Optics/Sights: Pinned Black Serrated Trijicon Ramp Front and Adjustable Trijicon Rear
Stock/Grips: Fingergroove wood with S&W Medallions
Action: Double
Markings: Standard / "CS 1" stamped above model stamping.
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. It is the stainless steel version of the Model 586, which featured a blued steel finish. The Model 686 is based on S&W's L (medium) revolver frame. During the 1980s, Smith & Wesson developed its L-Frame line of .357 Magnums: the Model 581, Model 586, Model 681 and Model 686. The Models 581 and 681 have fixed sights, whereas the 586 and 686 use adjustable sights.
This revolver also features a "CS 1" marking inside the frame indicating this revolver was originally intended for shipment to United States Customs for use by an agent. Many of these revolvers were sold through commercial means once Customs retired them. The CS-1 Model 686 revolvers were built to the exacting specification of the U.S. Customs armorers in Glynco, Georgia to create a supremely accurate and dependable service revolver which would stand up to the wear and tear of Customs duty. The Model 686 revolver served U.S. Customs for only a short period of time being phased out during 1988-89 in favor of more modern semi-automatic pistols, causing only a small number of revolvers to be manufactured.
Contents:
This example will ship with a Liberty Sports MFG Holster!
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 $70.00
Any orders placed with magazines that are not compliant with your state, county, or city regulations will not ship with your order.
