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Originally Posted by Mike_Fontenot
S&W customer support says that all the medium frame guns currently being made are L frame, including the 686.
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I stand corrected. Back when our agency had the 686 I believe they were K frames and made an assumption. I think the MIMs/Forged steel comment still stands as well as the Performance Center action on the 586 L-Comp (and beastly price). I've been an N frame only user for years (the L Frame 586 next to my current favorite carry N frame below; and, they both weigh 37 oz.), but the 586 L-Comp may be my first L-Frame.
As far as all medium frame guns currently being all L frame, the S&W web site says their 617's are still K frames as well as the Model 67.
From the web site, on the Model 67 page, see "Overview", quote: "The K-Frame revolver is one of the most important innovations in Smith & Wesson history and was built specifically to handle the .38 S&W Special cartridge. Since its introduction in 1899, the K-Frame has been a favorite for military and police professionals as well as target shooters and enthusiasts. Today's K-Frame is available in .22 LR and .38 S&W Special."