Smith & Wesson Model 686-4 .357 Magnum 6-inch Stainless L-Frame Revolver — Distinguished Combat Magnum
This Smith & Wesson Model 686-4 is a stainless-steel L-Frame .357 Magnum with a 6-inch barrel and the Distinguished Combat Magnum lineage. Notable -4 features include the factory drilled and tapped top strap, pre-MIM hammer and trigger, and a hammer-mounted firing pin. It carries iron sights with a ramped front and fully adjustable rear, plus an installed Hogue Monogrip for a confident hold.
Condition
Overall Condition: Poor condition.
Bore Overall Condition: Poor - Noticeable dirt, stains, significant corrosion or damage.
Bore Rifling: Poor Rifling - Rifling heavily worn or filled with fouling or debris.
Specific Condition Notes: This revolver requires replacement or refurbishment of parts. Professional gunsmithing and restorative work are needed to return it to working order. It is a suitable candidate for a restoration project or as a source of parts.
What’s Included
- Smith & Wesson Model 686-4 .357 Magnum revolver
- Installed Hogue Monogrip rubber finger-groove grips
The Model 686-4 is built on Smith & Wesson’s robust L-Frame with stainless-steel frame, barrel, and cylinder; non-stainless pre-MIM hammer and trigger. It features a swing-out, six-shot fluted cylinder and an exposed hammer for double-action/single-action operation. The cylinder latch and hammer spur are checkered for positive control.
Its 6-inch stainless barrel includes a full-length underlug and a serrated top rib. Sight equipment consists of a ramped front sight and a fully adjustable rear sight for precise alignment with the iron sight setup.
As a -4 engineering change, this example is factory drilled and tapped on the top strap and retains the pre-MIM hammer and trigger with a hammer-mounted firing pin. These hallmarks are typical of the 686-4 revision and are valued details for this configuration.
The revolver wears a Hogue Monogrip rubber finger-groove stock that complements the stainless finish across the frame, cylinder, and barrel. This full-size .357 Magnum provides a six-round capacity in a proven American-made platform.