The Smith & Wesson Model 586 Distinguished Combat Magnum is the blued-steel L-frame .357 Magnum revolver, the blued counterpart to the stainless Model 686. Introduced alongside the 686, the 586 used the same L-frame designed to handle sustained .357 Magnum use without the forcing cone issues of the K-frame. The 586 was widely adopted by law enforcement agencies that preferred the traditional blued finish over stainless steel. Type: Revolver Action: Double-Action Caliber: 357 Magnum Capacity: 6 Year introduced: 1980, USA Weight: 42.5 oz Overall length: 11.5" Status: Discontinued Intended use: law_enforcement, collector