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Old 05-07-2017, 08:05 PM
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I have a S&W model 686 that I purchased new in the early 1980's. The serial number is AJV0956.
Recently I have been looking on the net to see what the value of this revolver might be, but have been unable to find one just like it. I have always thought it was a 5" barrel, but I may be measuring wrong: it is 5 1/8" from the front of the frame to the end of the barrel, and 5 7/8" from the front of the cylinder to the ,end of the barrel.
Unfortunately, I didn't keep the original box or paperwork, but I am fairly sure I am the first owner (after the gunshot I bought it from).
I am a newbie to the forum, so please forgive if I'm in the wrong place or my question shows my true intellect.
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6" barrel 686. Open the yoke and check the frame for a dash number or M stamp. (Example 686-1 M) or some such
I have a 6" 686 "no dash" with M stamp for recall modified.
Your gun is not rare.
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Old 05-07-2017, 08:24 PM
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This revolver is stamped 686 with no dash - also no M as I never sent it in for the recall. I have fired a lot of rounds through it with no problems (knock wood).
I didn't think it was something rare, just couldn't find a comp because I was looking for a 5" barrel.
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Resale value might be in the range of $600-$700 depending on regional variations.
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Welcome to the Forum! L frames, are fine shooters! I myself have 3. 586, 4" no dash, 6", 686-3, and 5" 686-6 Pro-Series. Bob
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... 5 7/8" from the front of the cylinder to the ,end of the barrel.....
Not uncommon for a 6-inch gun.

Does it have a White Outline rear sight and a front with a Red Ramp?
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There is plenty of interest in clean examples of this early gun, even though yours isn't likely rare. That said, the $600-$700 mentioned above is a good estimate, and perhaps a little more with the box, tools and papers.
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Yes approximately $700 gun here in Houston.
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