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I shoot mostly 9x19. My 686-3 has only 2952 rounds fired. I'm still missing .44 Mag and .500S&W Mag revolvers in my collection. They're very expensive in Europe but I'm looking for a good used model 29 and 500.

Thanks! I'm glad to be here. In Portugal we don't have a wide selection of gun powders available and, to be honest, I rather use one mid speed powder for all my pistol calibers (.25 ACP, .32 ACP, 9x19 .38 Spl, and .357 Mag), as it simplifies logistics for me. It never brought me problems...

Where's the fun in shooting .357 Mag if not for the hot loads? I've got 9x19 for mild loads.

I was my reload. I consider myself a relatively experienced reloader as I reload thousands of rounds a year, in several calibers. I got lazy and made a mistake. Won't do it again. My 9x19 load is 4.4gr of Vectan A1 and my .357 Mag load is 8.8gr of the same powder so, instead of changing my...

So you would recommend me to buy the parts kit I pictured? I know the hammer and firing pin are no compatible with my gun, but isn't it worth it just because of the grip and springs? I don't think Numrich ships to Portugal. Kind regards, GAR

I did like you said, and although I was born with 2 left hands, I was able to fix the issue with no trouble at all. Thanks!

Hello everyone, I've found the culprit! It was a tiny disc of brass from the pierced primer near the trigger assembly. Removed and cleaned up all the gunk inside. My revolver is now working perfectly. Thank you very much to everyone that commented and helped, even the popcorn guy...

Are the parts from newer versions of the 686 compatible with mine 686-3? In other words, should I buy this parts kit?: Despiece Revolver S&W Mod.686 Cal.357 - Gabilondo Sport I know the hammer and firing pin are not compatible. Thanks again!

Thank you for your reply. I'll open the side plate tonight to inspect and clean the action. I'll post pictures and feedback tomorrow.

Thank you for your reply. I live in Portugal and good gunsmiths are hard to find and extremely expensive so I'd like to try and solve this on my own. I've cleaned the gun, and carefully inspected it. There are no signs of damage to the frame, cylinder or barrel. After cleaning and inspecting...

Hello, I hope everyone is well. My S&W 686-3 revolver broke after shooting an overpressure reload. The case had a pierced primer, and the blast and recoil were above normal. The revolver is working perfectly in single action but, in double action, most of the times, the hammer doesn't go...