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S&W Model 686 .357 Mag 4-inch
The standard 4-inch Model 686 is S&W's most popular duty-length .357 Magnum revolver, built on the L-frame designed specifically to handle unlimited .357 Magnum fire without the forcing cone issues of K-frame guns. The 4-inch barrel is the duty carry standard, providing a balance of velocity and portability.
📄Manual (model family)🔧Schematic — not on file
- Type
- Revolver
- Action
- Double-Action
- Caliber
- .357 Magnum
- Capacity
- 6
- Introduced
- 1980
- Origin
- USA
- Status
- Active
- Platform
- L-Frame
Chamberings
Specifications
- Weight (unloaded)
- 38.3 oz
- Overall length
- 9.6"
- Barrel options
- 4"
- Era
- Modern
- Law enforcement
- Yes
- Intended use
- duty, law_enforcement, competition
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FAQs
- How much does the S&W Model 686 .357 Mag 4-inch weigh?
- The S&W Model 686 .357 Mag 4-inch weighs 38.3 oz (2.4 lb) unloaded.
- What caliber is the S&W Model 686 .357 Mag 4-inch?
- The S&W Model 686 .357 Mag 4-inch is chambered in .357 Magnum; also offered in .38 Special.
- When was the S&W Model 686 .357 Mag 4-inch introduced?
- The S&W Model 686 .357 Mag 4-inch was introduced in 1980 in USA and is still in production.
- What is the capacity of the S&W Model 686 .357 Mag 4-inch?
- The S&W Model 686 .357 Mag 4-inch has a capacity of 6.
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