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Old 08-07-2020, 03:59 PM
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I never recall hearing of a 3” 586 but my local range has one. I knew there were some 2.5” 586 but the 3” was a new one to me today. It was about 90%. So what is it worth?
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Here is a portion of archives letter about the 3"ers. I'm thinking $2000 + or - estimate. 90% condition...perhaps less??? Let's see what others think.
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A good buy at anywhere in the $1500-1700 range.

Did I just hear tires screeching on the road back to the range?
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"What's it worth?" That will vary widely depending on the person looking at it. I can still remember when you could find 2.5" 586's & Pythons in a dealers showcase,,, and guys didn't buy them quickly. The 3" were even rare then. I think "Murphydog's" estimate is right-on.
A more important question to me,,,, What price was on the little orange tag??
Had most of us "found" it, I don't think the attached photo would have been taken in the store.

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I never recall hearing of a 3” 586 but my local range has one. I knew there were some 2.5” 586 but the 3” was a new one to me today. It was about 90%. So what is it worth?
The 3" version certainly is a fine looking gun. No question about that! I'd go for it if I could.

Still, the whole 3" thing (in a mid/large frame revolver) confuses me. It must be the rarity that attracts (and commands the big bucks) 'cause I don't see where it's really all that different from 2-1/2" or even 4" for that matter.

Anyway, I'll stick with my 4" and 6" versions! They're perfect for me.
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I don’t know about the 3”, but one is lucky to find a 2.5” for less than $2000.

To my mind, a 3” L frame is neither fish nor fowl - too long for ccw and not long enough for woods carry. Besides being rare I don’t see the utility, I prefer 2.5 or 4 inch barrels on my L frames. I know I am splitting hairs, but personal preference is personal. That said, I’d buy it in a heartbeat at < $1500 and it give it serious thought if it were more.
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ive seen two offered in the past few years both north of $3000. i believe the lesser of the two conditions sold at about $2800. The other was offered at $3400 but dont know at what level it sold or if it sold at all.
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Looks better than 90% to me. You don’t see those often.

In the beauty dept, how about a 3” 581 custom?


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Still, the whole 3" thing (in a mid/large frame revolver) confuses me. It must be the rarity that attracts (and commands the big bucks) 'cause I don't see where it's really all that different from 2-1/2" or even 4" for that matter.
Unlike the 2-1/2” guns, the 3” S&W’s have a full length ejector rod. You also get a little more velocity/accuracy compared to a shorter barrel and it’s easier to conceal than a 4”.

The main factor in the value is of course the relative rarity. 3” model 36’s were not uncommon and they don’t bring as much of a premium as the 19/66’s or 586/686’s.
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Besides being rare I don’t see the utility
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Hey, what's the Back Story to that S&W 686 3"Bbl?

An acquaintance's? A member of the Range? Did you
get to Test Fire it? Does it have the Box and Paper?

It looks in Great shape.

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The main factor in the value is of course the relative rarity. 3” model 36’s were not uncommon and they don’t bring as much of a premium as the 19/66’s or 586/686’s.
And, in fact, I am a big fan of the 3" J-Frames. They make sense to me. Plus I think they look just right. In fact, I'm looking at one right now. Of course, almost everything vintage S&W is hard to find where I live... and there sure aren't any bargains these days.
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Thanks everyone. I kind of purposely kept everyone in suspense. It’s a consignment gun at a range where I know the owners and employees well. It’s part of a 25 gun collection that has been up for sale at two shops now. This is the second shop they have sat on consignment and they are priced about 20% above market value. I don’t even remember what this 586 is priced at but it’s around 3k with a mildly negotionable status. The range owners know the seller is asking way too much and about five have sold already. Did I mention they have been on consignment a year?

While there are some real jewels is this collection, this 586 would not be my first pick. There are a couple of 3.5” 27s and several other 2.5-3” N frames.

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A 2.5 or 3" 586 has been on my wish list for many years. But they're scarce as hen's teeth and priced way out of my budget.
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Thanks everyone. I kind of purposely kept everyone in suspense. It’s a consignment gun at a range where I know the owners and employees well. It’s part of a 25 gun collection that has been up for sale at two shops now. This is the second shop they have sat on consignment and they are priced about 20% above market value. I don’t even remember what this 586 is priced at but it’s around 3k with a mildly negotionable status. The range owners know the seller is asking way too much and about five have sold already. Did I mention they have been on consignment a year?

While there are some real jewels is this collection, this 586 would not be my first pick. There are a couple of 3.5” 27s and several other 2.5-3” N frames.
This is the kind of thing someone does when they really don't want to sell, but they're willing to if they get a ridiculous number for the gun. If they really wanted to sell, the guns would be up on GunBroker with a reasonable reserve and then let the market speak. Or put them up for sale here at a reasonable market value.
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This is the kind of thing someone does when they really don't want to sell, but they're willing to if they get a ridiculous number for the gun. If they really wanted to sell, the guns would be up on GunBroker with a reasonable reserve and then let the market speak. Or put them up for sale here at a reasonable market value.
Agreed, I actually know more about this collection than I should but can’t really share too much. Let’s just say the courts are involved.
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Boy, I really hate seeing threads like this. I had a 3" back in the '90's and sold it when I was between careers. Is there a 'kicking myself in the butt' emoji?
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That’s really cool- I’d never heard of any 3” 586s before.
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Thanks everyone. I kind of purposely kept everyone in suspense. It’s a consignment gun at a range where I know the owners and employees well. It’s part of a 25 gun collection that has been up for sale at two shops now. This is the second shop they have sat on consignment and they are priced about 20% above market value. I don’t even remember what this 586 is priced at but it’s around 3k with a mildly negotionable status. The range owners know the seller is asking way too much and about five have sold already. Did I mention they have been on consignment a year?

While there are some real jewels is this collection, this 586 would not be my first pick. There are a couple of 3.5” 27s and several other 2.5-3” N frames.
There are well-heeled collectors who might pay $3K for a pristine example with box, but I agree this one is at least 20% overpriced. Sounds like there is some form of estate battle surrounding their sale too.
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