686 Plus Talo

justakyguy · Nov 3, 2016

Think I've decided on which Smith revolver I'm going to go with for all-around shooting/self defense/nightstand all in one gun. Was at a buddy's gun shop today and handled the Smith 686 Plus Talo edition, this one holds 7 rounds, and has a nice wood grip, I think the one I saw seemed like it was 4 inches but at any rate, It felt great and was the perfect size, I would have gotten the one he had, but it was the display model, and I wanted a new in the box one because I don't like buying a display model because of who might have handled it. He wasn't able to order it for me, but my other local FFL said they have it. I think it comes in 3 inch 5 inch and 6 inch. Pretty sure the one my buddy had was a 4 inch though. Anyway really liked the feel of it and the 7-shot option, was the best new Smith I've seen in awhile. I think we have a winner.

alexrex20 · Nov 3, 2016

I like the 3in over the 4in, but either is a great choice. Just make sure you get your hands on the gum before buying, and dry fire. The newer Smiths are hit and miss as far as fit/finish and subsequently the trigger pull quality, when they come new from the factory.

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bigwheelzip · Nov 3, 2016

justakyguy said:
I think we have a winner.

I think your right.

PatriotX · Nov 3, 2016

It also comes in a 7-inch barrel, with unfluted cylinder.

justakyguy · Nov 3, 2016

Yea one of my local dealers said he could order it for me in 3, 5, or 6. I don't think it comes in 4, but I thought the one I handled today was 4. At any rate it was beautiful. If only he'd had a new in box one instead of just the display model. Ah well. Bud's Gun Shop to the rescue. The Talo one I looked at had the wood grips. I personally can't stand any rubber or pachmayer grips I don't like the feel of them they make my palm feel sweaty and I don't like the looks of them. So it's nice to see some new production ones with wood grips.

I'll be sure to look it over and check the trigger/hammer when I get it.

alexrex20 · Nov 3, 2016

I would be all over the 3-inch. Plenty of barrel length for a .357 but short enough that it's easy to conceal, but still long enough that you get a full length ejector rod.

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Wee Hooker · Nov 3, 2016

Be sure to google the manufacturers part number before ordering. There are several "Talo" edition 686+ models. Different Talo models may have different cylinder profiles, grip materials/shapes, etc. You could easily order a surprise otherwise.
Personally I'm in lust with the 5" version ,3-5-7 series 686+.
Model 686 Plus 3-5-7 Magnum Series Talo Exclusive | Smith & Wesson

justakyguy · Nov 3, 2016

It felt really good in my hands. I love the larger capacity I wish he'd had a new in box one I would have bought it in a heartbeat. Not sure why some dealers don't have more than just the display model, not a big deal, but for someone with OCD like me, if I'm paying 700 dollars for a firearm, I want it new in the box with the paperwork.Yea the size on these are perfect. Perfect balance, appeared to be well made and fit and finish was excellent. I'm assuming these are all forged, as all Smiths are supposedly. I was surprised at the 7-shot capacity, hadn't seen one of those before. Really liking that. If Bud's has one I'm definitely getting one.

Stopsign32v · Nov 3, 2016

I love love love my Talo 3" 686 plus but man did I hate hate hate the finger placement on those grips!

justakyguy · Nov 3, 2016

Wee Hooker said:
Be sure to google the manufacturers part number before ordering. There are several "Talo" edition 686+ models. Different Talo models may have different cylinder profiles, grip materials/shapes, etc. You could easily order a surprise otherwise.
Personally I'm in lust with the 5" version ,3-5-7 series 686+.
Model 686 Plus 3-5-7 Magnum Series Talo Exclusive | Smith & Wesson

That's one of the ones I looked at today! One of the two he showed me was this model only it had an unfluted cylinder, which I'm not crazy about. But the fit/finish was excellent. The one I liked had a rosewood-color wood grip and I think was 3" but seemed more like 4". It was the 686 plus. Gorgeous.

Stopsign32v · Nov 3, 2016

Before you go buy look really hard at this one...

PERFORMANCE CENTER(R) Model 686 Plus | Smith & Wesson

alexrex20 · Nov 3, 2016

The unfluted is typically a TALO exclusive and more rare. It can command a premium to some, if you ever sell. The 7-shot has been out for a few decades now. All modern Smith's now use MIM parts. It is a non-issue though.

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justakyguy · Nov 3, 2016

I think the one I liked was the Deluxe Talo.

Kanewpadle · Nov 3, 2016

Here's mine. The first thing I did was get rid of the wood grips. Hurt like hell to shoot. Now have rubber grips.

Mehutch · Nov 3, 2016

Go ahead... get them all.

However, I wont spend $800 to $900 bucks to get 1/2 inch more barrel on a gun (3" barrel), My 2 1/2 inch 686+ will do just fine... pre lock too.

Stopsign32v · Nov 3, 2016

Heres my 3"

justakyguy · Nov 3, 2016

I love the 3", also aware that they have it in 44mag Talo, which I'm almost more tempted to get. I'd definitely get the 3", any larger would be too much. I'll check it out at Bud's and go from there. To me 3" seems the perfect size. And down the road I'm going to get an Airweight or a small .38 for car carry.

HOUSTON RICK · Nov 4, 2016

The 7" 686+ Talo is on my short list to acquire.

UNCLE PAULY · Nov 4, 2016

Watch these and then go buy one!

Smith and Wesson 686 - YouTube

Smith & Wesson 686 (Chapter 2) - YouTube

S&W 686 (Close-Up) - YouTube

The TALO 686 group come in 3", 5", 6" & 7" lengths and unique grips.

Picked up one (3" Deluxe Talo SKU:150713) new for full price.
Using Mother's mag polish I buffed it up, replaced the lock with the plug, replaced some springs, put on a pair of Craig Spegel boot grips and dropped it in a John O'Rourke pancake holster.
Really like this gun - well balanced and shoots well.

Stopsign32v · Nov 4, 2016

justakyguy said:
I love the 3", also aware that they have it in 44mag Talo, which I'm almost more tempted to get.

Keep in mind these two are on two completely different frames. The 44 is a good bit bigger. The 7 shot .357 in the L frame IMO is simply perfect in size/weight/firepower.

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