Model 681-2

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I was looking for a 686 or a 629 but saw a 681. What can you all tell me about this gun. I looked it up but didn't find much. I think it's a 686 without the adjustable sights. What is a good price for one of these. 4 inch with rubbers.:)
 
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Hey, The model 681 is an L frame revolver. It is the fixed site version of the 686. If you are looking for a good revolver dont pass on the 681. I carry one on duty and it is very very accurate. Especially shooting 125gr. JHP.
 
It makes a great woods gun.
As far adj vs fixed sites
Adj is nice as you it is easier to set them for the load you choose. Most also find the S&W adj sites easier to see than the fixed.
Fixed is more durable and less likely to break if the gun is dropped. They are also "smoother" for lack of a better term and less likely to snag on clothing while drawing from concealment. If fixed don't shoot POA some adjustments can be made such as filing down the front site, if that is the adjustment needed, otherwise it is good ol' Kentucky windage.
 
What would you think of this as a woods gun? Are adjustable sights a big deal?

It is a great woods gun, if the screw comes out on the 686 rear sight and falls off you would be screwed. 681 is great with less parts to break.
681 on bottom with a few revisions.

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I have just purchased this one. I sold one and was sorry until I found another. I don't see lots around for sale.
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Hey Bullseye,
Thanks for your replies and your willingness to share. Those two are beautiful. What kind of grips are those and what kind of revisions?
 
My 681 no dash is a great shooter and the lack of an adjustable sight is not an issue. Mine was a former LE piece and cleaned up very nicely with some Mother's Mag Polish and new stocks.
 
As stated here before, I've got a 581 (blued version of the 681) and find it to be a pretty good shooter. I ran 200 rounds thru it about two weeks ago at the range. Very simple revolver. I do like mine. I need to find some speed loaders.
 
Hey Bullseye,
Thanks for your replies and your willingness to share. Those two are beautiful. What kind of grips are those and what kind of revisions?

I installed a PC barrel, 7 shot cylinder, and when from square butt to a round butt on the 681 no -, the other is a 619 6 shot moon clips cylinder and a PC barrel with a custom hammer and is double action only. The stocks are AHRENDS, they are the ones I like best and fit my hand.
 

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