Smith & Wesson 686 Plus (-6) .357 Magnum Revolver, 3 Inch, 7-Shot, Satin Stainless, Adjustable Sights, Wood Grips
This Smith & Wesson Model 686 Plus (-6) is a stainless-steel L-frame .357 Magnum with a 3-inch heavy barrel and a 7-shot unfluted cylinder. It features a satin stainless finish, adjustable sights with an orange-insert front ramp, and finger-groove wood grips with S&W medallions and a '.357' embossed butt. The yoke/crane is stamped 686-6, and this revision includes the internal key lock.
Condition
Overall Condition: Very good condition, showing only light, superficial signs of prior handling or use.
Bore Condition: Excellent - Clean, mirror finish, no signs of wear.
Bore Rifling: Excellent Rifling - Sharp lands and grooves.
Specific Condition Notes: The revolver shows a few small, superficial scratches and blemishes consistent with light handling.
What's Included
- Smith & Wesson blue factory hard plastic case with serialized label
- Smith & Wesson Safety & Instruction Manual: Revolvers (Modern Style)
- Smith & Wesson factory envelope with firearm details label
The 686 Plus pairs a 3-inch heavy barrel with a full-length underlug and a shrouded ejector rod. Its L-frame stainless-steel construction and satin stainless finish provide a durable platform with clean lines and a consistent surface treatment.
Sighting is handled by an adjustable rear unit and a ramped front sight with an orange insert. Serrations along the topstrap and barrel rib help mitigate glare, aiding sight clarity under varied lighting.
The action is double-action/single-action with a smooth-faced trigger and an exposed hammer featuring a checkered spur. The -6 revision incorporates Smith & Wesson's internal key lock, and the yoke/crane is marked 686-6 for easy identification.
Ergonomics are enhanced with finger-groove wood grip panels set with S&W medallions, plus a '.357' embossed marking at the butt. The 7-shot unfluted cylinder identifies this as the 686 Plus variant, offering increased on-board capacity in the .357 Magnum chambering.