The compact 2.5-inch Model 686 Plus applied the 7-shot cylinder advantage to the most concealable L-Frame configuration. It gave plainclothes officers and plainclothes detectives an extra round of .357 Magnum capacity in a carry-length package. Type: Revolver Action: Double-Action Caliber: .357 Magnum Capacity: 7 Year introduced: 1998, USA Weight: 35.5 oz Overall length: 7.75" Status: Active Intended use: Carry, Duty, Plainclothes