Smith & Wesson Model 686 No-Dash .357 Magnum, 4 Inch, Stainless, Adjustable Sights, 6-Shot (1983)
This early Smith & Wesson Model 686 no-dash revolver dates to 1983 and comes from the first years of production. It features forged, pre-MIM internals, a stainless steel construction with a satin/matte finish, and the classic 4 inch full underlug barrel. Notable collector details include a yoke/crane cut marked "MOD. 686," a serial prefix of ACU, and no internal lock hole above the cylinder latch.
Condition
Overall Condition: Good condition, showing some signs of prior use and handling.
Bore Condition: Good - Clean, well-maintained, minor wear marks.
Specific Condition Notes: There are markings from previous handling and use. The bore appears bright and clean. Please review the photos for close-up views.
What's Included
- Holster
This no-dash 686 retains the early configuration valued by many S&W enthusiasts: forged hammer and trigger, wide checkered hammer spur, smooth-faced trigger, and no internal lock. The yoke area is properly marked "MOD. 686," and there is no visible "M" recall stamp in the yoke cut.
The 4 inch stainless steel barrel has a full underlug and an ejector rod shroud, offering a balanced profile. The top rib and topstrap are longitudinally serrated to cut glare, complementing the revolver’s satin/matte stainless finish on the frame, cylinder, and receiver.
Sighting equipment includes a red-ramp front and a micrometer-click adjustable rear. The action is double-action/single-action, and the six-chamber fluted cylinder is stainless with a matching matte finish.
Target-style checkered wood grips with S&W medallions provide a solid hold and classic presentation. This U.S.-made revolver represents the early 1980s production era, with the ACU serial prefix aligning with its 1983 manufacture.