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Posted: 9/11/2024 12:31:41 PM EST
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I had one, JUNK! The 19 is S&W's 357mag opus, even better than the 27, had one of them also. And because you're a newb, YES, 4"bbl is the ONLY 357mag revolver!??
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Posted: 9/11/2024 12:34:59 PM EST
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I just sold one a month ago, it went for $800 in a week.
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Posted: 9/11/2024 12:36:04 PM EST
[#3]
Good price in my local
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Posted: 9/11/2024 12:37:54 PM EST
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About average. The L frame is a bit of an odd one. Fits between the K and the N. Some say it's too big, others too small. some say just right. I own way more K frames, and slightly more N frames than the L.
If you're going to shoot a lot of magnums, pick the L over the K. Not many magnums, I lean to the K, it's just a handier size in my book. |
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Posted: 9/11/2024 12:40:32 PM EST
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Quoted: Looking at Smith 686 no dash I think it's a 4 inch barrel in good shape.they are asking 750.00 fo or no Probably a reasonable price. Certainly not outrageously overpriced. Condition is everything, though. The no-dash thing doesn't add any value. It may even detract from value if the gun has not undergone the modification related to a recall on no-dash and dash-1 variants. If the revolver you're looking at has been recall "fixed" it will have an "M" stamped by the model number in the crane area. Basically, the recall involved installing a new hammer bushing and replacing the hammer nose. There's a good chance you could shoot an unmodified revolver forever and never have any issues, but it might come up if you ever decide to resell it. 686 (no dash), 1981 Introduction model 686-1, 1986 radius stud package, floating hand 686-2, 1987 changed hammer nose, bushing and associated parts 686-3, 1988 new yoke retention system 686-4, 1993 change rear sight leaf, drill and tap frame, change extractor, Hogue grips 686-5, 1997 change frame design to eliminate cylinder stop stud, eliminate serrated tangs, MIM hammer and trigger, change internal lock. 686-6, 2001 internal lock 686-7, 2003 Performance Center .38 Super, 6-Shot unfluted cylinder, 4" barrel, Stainless Steel, 250 Made |
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Posted: 9/11/2024 12:40:46 PM EST
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A little high for me locally, but not by much. Last one I looked at was $680.
I never really warmed up to the L frames, mainly because I've never been a fan of full underlugs on barrels. Fine for a duty gun, but I'm going to carry a "K" frame for everyday use. |
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Posted: 9/11/2024 12:44:03 PM EST
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Quote HistoryQuoted: I had one, JUNK! The 19 is S&W's 357mag opus, even better than the 27, had one of them also. And because you're a newb, YES, 4"bbl is the ONLY 357mag revolver!?? Read more. Post less. |
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Posted: 9/11/2024 12:46:14 PM EST
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OK thanks for the info I will probably pass on it.
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Posted: 9/11/2024 12:47:31 PM EST
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Quote HistoryQuoted: Probably a reasonable price. Certainly not outrageously overpriced. Condition is everything, though. The no-dash thing doesn't add any value. It may even detract from value if the gun has not undergone the modification related to a recall on no-dash and dash-1 variants. If the revolver you're looking at has been recall "fixed" it will have an "M" stamped by the model number in the crane area. Basically, the recall involved installing a new hammer bushing and replacing the hammer nose. There's a good chance you could shoot an unmodified revolver forever and never have any issues, but it might come up if you ever decide to resell it. 686 (no dash), 1981 Introduction model 686-1, 1986 radius stud package, floating hand 686-2, 1987 changed hammer nose, bushing and associated parts 686-3, 1988 new yoke retention system 686-4, 1993 change rear sight leaf, drill and tap frame, change extractor, Hogue grips 686-5, 1997 change frame design to eliminate cylinder stop stud, eliminate serrated tangs, MIM hammer and trigger, change internal lock. 686-6, 2001 internal lock 686-7, 2003 Performance Center .38 Super, 6-Shot unfluted cylinder, 4" barrel, Stainless Steel, 250 Made |
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Posted: 9/11/2024 12:48:13 PM EST
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I came here to say $650-$750, depending on condition.
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Posted: 9/11/2024 12:58:12 PM EST
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Quote HistoryQuoted: Where do the 686+, 7 shot models fit into the dash list? According to the Encyclopedia, the 686+ was produced in -4, -5, and -6 variations. IIRC, the plus model was introduced around 1996, which would have been after all the early dash changes. |
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Posted: 9/11/2024 1:17:02 PM EST
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Been shooting a "no dash" since I was a junior in HS. I am now drawing Social Security. Junk you say. Joke you are.
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Posted: 9/11/2024 1:25:29 PM EST
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Quote HistoryQuoted: I had one, JUNK! The 19 is S&W's 357mag opus, even better than the 27, had one of them also. And because you're a newb, YES, 4"bbl is the ONLY 357mag revolver!?? You're insane if you think the pre-lock 686 is junk. I've been carrying mine since 1988. Edit: At the time my Duty Weapon was a Model 66. I much preferred the 686, due to the weight of the underlug for recoil control. |
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Posted: 9/11/2024 1:27:20 PM EST
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Quote HistoryQuoted: I had one, JUNK! The 19 is S&W's 357mag opus, even better than the 27, had one of them also. And because you're a newb, YES, 4"bbl is the ONLY 357mag revolver!?? Join date. Post count. |
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Posted: 9/11/2024 1:30:47 PM EST
[#15]
FPDNNI
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Posted: 9/11/2024 1:31:41 PM EST
[#16]
If it helps, I wouldn't sell my no dash for $750. It'd take another $500 for me to even consider saying yes.
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Posted: 9/11/2024 7:36:50 PM EST
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I have 3, (one is a 681). IMHO, they are about as close to perfection as a wheel gun can be.
The factory triggers are great and the heavier frame helps manage the recoil. And they look sexy! $800 seems fair. |
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Posted: 9/11/2024 7:40:11 PM EST
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Quote HistoryQuoted: Been shooting a "no dash" since I was a junior in HS. I am now drawing Social Security. Junk you say. Joke you are. Lol. Oof. |
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Posted: 9/11/2024 7:43:32 PM EST
[#19]
Not great, not terrible.
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Posted: 9/11/2024 7:47:57 PM EST
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Quote HistoryQuoted: OK thanks for the info I will probably pass on it. Too bad. I would have snatched it up for that price. Most go 800 or above here. |
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Posted: 9/11/2024 7:49:13 PM EST
[#21]
If if it is decent shape it is a good deal.
A few months ago I paid $800 for a 686 no dash in very good shape. |
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Posted: 9/11/2024 7:52:48 PM EST
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Don’t pass on it. I’ve shot a fair amount of underwood through my no dash no M without issue.
I’ve read the issue was federal primers, but never found more details. |
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Posted: 9/11/2024 8:01:44 PM EST
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Quote HistoryQuoted: 686-5, 1997 eliminate serrated tangs What was serrated tangs? |
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Posted: 9/11/2024 8:10:47 PM EST
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I currently still have three Smith M686's in 2 1/2," 4" and 6" barrels. Two of them I've had since they came out in the early eighties while the snubbie is a more recent purchase..
I have several older pre lock Smiths (of all models) and I continue to watch the market closely. In my area, the price that was mentioned is the going rate with the prices even higher if it has the original box with tools/paperwork. The revolver market just seems to be getting pricier but then what isn't these days. BTW-The L frames are a long way from "junk." I've found that the newer Smiths (of all models) are the ones of questionable quality. All older pre-lock Smiths with the forged parts are good to to go regardless of the model. 
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Posted: 9/11/2024 8:15:27 PM EST
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Quote HistoryQuoted: I had one, JUNK! The 19 is S&W's 357mag opus, even better than the 27, had one of them also. And because you're a newb, YES, 4"bbl is the ONLY 357mag revolver!?? WTF is wrong with you |
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Posted: 9/11/2024 8:20:31 PM EST
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Quote HistoryQuoted: I had one, JUNK! The 19 is S&W's 357mag opus, even better than the 27, had one of them also. And because you're a newb, YES, 4"bbl is the ONLY 357mag revolver!?? I'm guessing you were dropped on your head quite a bit as a child. Your post is full of ignorance. The 19 is great, but the 686 is better, especially for a duty gun or to feed a steady diet of .357 Mag. As for 4" being the only size, you obviously haven't handled a 3" round butt 65, which is one of the best carry revolvers ever made.  Attached File |
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Posted: 9/11/2024 8:29:21 PM EST
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Quote HistoryQuoted: I had one, JUNK! The 19 is S&W's 357mag opus, even better than the 27, had one of them also. And because you're a newb, YES, 4"bbl is the ONLY 357mag revolver!??  I have a 4" 686 no dash. Damn good pistol |
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Posted: 9/11/2024 8:30:30 PM EST
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Posted: 9/11/2024 8:32:12 PM EST
[#29]
Quote HistoryQuoted: According to the Encyclopedia, the 686+ was produced in -4, -5, and -6 variations. IIRC, the plus model was introduced around 1996, which would have been after all the early dash changes. Quote HistoryQuoted: Quoted: Where do the 686+, 7 shot models fit into the dash list? According to the Encyclopedia, the 686+ was produced in -4, -5, and -6 variations. IIRC, the plus model was introduced around 1996, which would have been after all the early dash changes. The plus models were a little wierd as a handful were made without locks. I have a -5+ without a Hillary hole. |
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Posted: 9/11/2024 8:39:55 PM EST
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I've had a 4" 586 (Blue version) no dash for decades and it's been shot heavily with top end loads.
I know of several others that have done the same If your looking for an L-frame, and it's solid, that's a fair price. |
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Posted: 9/12/2024 5:30:31 AM EST
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Quote HistoryQuoted: The plus models were a little wierd as a handful were made without locks. I have a -5+ without a Hillary hole. The lock started with the 686-6 designation. To find ANY -5 with a lock would definitely be weird. But with S&W, anything is possible. |
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Posted: 9/12/2024 5:43:59 AM EST
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Posted: 9/12/2024 5:53:45 AM EST
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Quote HistoryQuoted: I had one, JUNK! The 19 is S&W's 357mag opus, even better than the 27, had one of them also. And because you're a newb, YES, 4"bbl is the ONLY 357mag revolver! Op, that's a good price in my area, I'd snag it if I was looking for one. Great guns. |
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Posted: 9/12/2024 5:54:41 AM EST
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I had one in blued 4". Great piece. I traded it off or sold for some dumb reason years ago. 750 seems like an ok price for one in excellent shape.
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Posted: 9/12/2024 5:59:42 AM EST
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Posted: 9/12/2024 6:39:43 AM EST
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Posted: 9/12/2024 7:46:38 AM EST
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You guys talked me into it I'm just going to put it on layaway for now so it doesn't get away
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Posted: 9/12/2024 7:55:52 AM EST
[#38]
Quote HistoryQuoted: You guys talked me into it I'm just going to put it on layaway for now so it doesn't get away Good choice. |
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Posted: 9/12/2024 9:48:04 AM EST
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Posted: 9/12/2024 10:01:41 AM EST
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Little late.. But I just saw a 686 new for somewhere around 850 from rural king... I have a 586 and a 686 from 1987 and 88.. Those guns are an absolute blast to shoot.. accurate and damn near zero recoil, even with hot 357 loads. the gun is very well balanced. Hell Id buy a 3rd if I found one for a decent price
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Posted: 9/12/2024 10:04:37 AM EST
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No dash, does it fall in the recall range and is the frame [I think] marked that it was done? I think it involved the hammer nose.
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Posted: 9/12/2024 10:05:24 AM EST
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Quote HistoryQuoted: https://www.ar15.com/media/mediaFiles/89/xeYzahc-1780882.jpg I have a 4" 686 no dash. Damn good pistol  Pretty sure that poster was trolling. I've been shooting my 4" police trade no-dash for over 25 years. It's never failed...great gun, and the most accurate pistol in my safe. Attached File |
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Posted: 9/12/2024 10:10:46 AM EST
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Quote HistoryQuoted: Been shooting a "no dash" since I was a junior in HS. I am now drawing Social Security. Junk you say. Joke you are. I read that in Yoda's voice... I love my -4 686+ w/ a 4" barrel. It's my absolute favorite handgun to shoot. I've asked my wife to bury it with me when I die. |
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Posted: 9/12/2024 10:19:47 AM EST
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Quote HistoryQuoted: Read more. Post less. I concur. Calling someone else a newb with your date and post count, priceless. The S&W is an excellent gun and $750, depending on the shape, is not a bad deal. |
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Posted: 9/12/2024 10:24:30 AM EST
[#45]
 Attached FileI have a couple. An orange-ramp "dash-5" that I bought about 10 years ago for $275 at a gun store that had just gotten a crate of "security" guns. A little rough (scratches). Not much wear on the parts that mattered. Orange ramp isn't my favorite feature on Smith and Wesson revolvers. But for the price, I'll let it slide. I named it "Stinkbutt" because it came with squishy Hogue grips that were impregnated with Eau-de-Deu-da-Dei cologne worn by the fellow who previously carried it. I tried bleach and vinegar and every sort of soap to get the smell out. Even buried those grips in the yard for a month. Still reeking. So I threw a set of Pachmyr's on it.  Attached FileI previously owned a 6-inch No-Dash. Foolishly sold it after acquiring Stinkbutt because I thought,.... well, I don't know what I thought. I didn't care for the orange-insert front sight. The orange plastic was just enough caddywampus in the dovetail that it bugged me. Irrational. The serial number of that gun was AFR0428. Something about that bugged me too. Irrational. Anyhow, another well-kept 6-inch No-Dash came available on another board for $700. Has a plain black "patridge" sight. I really like that. Its mine now. I need to take a better picture.  Attached File |
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Posted: 9/12/2024 10:38:36 AM EST
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they aren't making any more of them.
Prices will only go up on them, certainly not down. I have 2 of them, and I don't even like revolvers. One (6" .357) bought on FB marketplace for like $500 back in 2013 and the other was payment for selling off a collection of guns (6" .44 mag). |
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Posted: 9/12/2024 10:51:33 AM EST
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Posted: 9/12/2024 3:31:25 PM EST
[#48]
Reasonable price.
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Posted: 9/12/2024 4:43:43 PM EST
[#49]
I used a 686 to earn my PPC Distinguished Revolver badge. It’ll shoot 158 SWC nearly as well as my open gun will shoot 148 HBWC.
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Posted: 9/12/2024 6:26:40 PM EST
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Quote HistoryQuoted: I would say normal wear for a 40 year old firearm https://www.ar15.com/media/mediaFiles/185680/1000000236_jpg-3320183.JPG that pic does not do it justice I hope you like those grips, because if you look at prices for the original factory wood you'll feel lile you got kicked in the nuts. Ignoring the grips, great price for the condition. Enjoy it. |
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