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Smith & Wesson S&W Model 681 4" Round Butt

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Production data from factory records and collector research. Year ranges are approximate for pre-1968 firearms.

Years	Serial Range	Count	Factory	Country	Confidence

The round-butt Model 681 was produced for law enforcement agencies that specifically requested the round butt frame for improved concealability in plainclothes carry with the stainless fixed-sight L-Frame.

Type: Revolver

Action: Double-Action

Caliber: 357 Magnum

Capacity: 6

Year introduced: 1981, USA

Weight: 41.5 oz

Overall length: 9.5"

Status: Discontinued

Intended use: Law Enforcement / Concealed Carry