Smith & Wesson Model 686-6 .357 Magnum Revolver, 4-inch, Stainless L-Frame, DA/SA, 6-Shot
This Smith & Wesson Model 686-6 is a 4-inch, stainless L-Frame .357 Magnum with a full underlug, fluted 6-shot cylinder, and adjustable sights. The -6 engineering change incorporates the internal S&W key lock. It features a satin stainless finish, a pinned red-ramp front sight, and black synthetic finger-groove grips with S&W medallions. It comes with a factory blue plastic hard case with matching end label.
Condition
Overall Condition: Very good condition, showing only light, superficial signs of prior handling or use.
Bore Overall Condition: Excellent - Clean, mirror finish, no signs of wear.
Bore Rifling: Excellent Rifling - Sharp lands and grooves.
Specific Condition Notes: The exterior shows minor, superficial scratches and small blemishes consistent with light handling.
What’s Included
- Smith & Wesson factory blue plastic hard case with matching end label
The Model 686-6 is built on the S&W L-Frame and configured as a 6-shot revolver with a fluted cylinder. The yoke cut is marked 686-6, and the revolver is made in the United States. Its satin stainless construction provides a uniform finish across the frame, cylinder, and barrel.
The 4-inch stainless barrel uses a full underlug and a serrated top rib. The underlug runs the full length of the barrel, and the rib is serrated to reduce glare along the sighting plane.
Sight configuration includes a pinned, replaceable red-ramp front sight and an adjustable rear sight. The revolver operates in double-action/single-action, and it is fitted with black synthetic finger-groove grips featuring S&W medallions.
The -6 engineering change includes the internal S&W key lock located above the cylinder release. The factory case label lists Model 686-6 with a 4-inch barrel and SKU 164222A, and the revolver’s serial number matches the factory case label (number not disclosed here).