686-4 6 shot pre lock.........

[doubletapp357]

I am torn between getting the 627 Performance Center 8 shot and a 686-4 six shot pre lock..... Its in great shape! The extra two rounds would be nice...... However I hate the Hilary hole......


Would you go with the 686-4 for $775 or the 627-5 PC 8 shot for $1050........


I am on the clock!

 

[SmithNut]

Tic-Toc...........686-4

 

[413Maxwedge]

If you don't want the 686-4 please tell me where it is for sale.

 

[doubletapp357]

I will post some pictures... Is $775 a good price?

 

[doubletapp357]

686-4….. needs grips

We agreed on $750 I'm sorry with some ammo….
I think the price is good. I do like the 627-5 I'm torn

 

[toad67]

Whatcha going to use it for?

 

[doubletapp357]

my every day carry

 

[doubletapp357]

Here

Here is what I have

 

[doubletapp357]

Here

Here is what I have

 

[Engine49guy]

Are you sure that's a Model 686-4?
Looks alot like a k frame Model 66.

 

[murphydog]

Yes, the "half-lug" barrel makes this a model 66, perhaps a -4 with the later style thumb piece. A decent deal at $750.

 

[Hawg Rider]

Tough decision! They're both nice revolvers and both have decent prices. I'm a big fan of N-frames and have a PC 627-5 with 2-5/8" bbl. I also recently began to appreciate L-frames and bought a minty 3" 686-6 Plus (7-shot) that I really like. The N-frame is a little larger and weighs about an ounce more than the L-frame, but it's hardly noticeable when carried OWB in a good holster. Both of mine have the lock but I just ignore it (may plug them later). If you could negotiate the price lower for the 627-5, that's what I would choose. However, I only paid $750 OTD for the 686-6 Plus which I thought was a smokin' deal. Good luck!

 

[CH4]

We agreed on $750 I'm sorry with some ammo….
I think the price is good. I do like the 627-5 I'm torn

That's a 2.5" 66-4. $775 is a good price

 

[Shark Bait]

As already stated, that is a 66. Check the flat part of the forcing cone to ensure it isn't cracked from shooting light bullets at high velocities. I would stick with 158 grain ammo for that one. Nice gun!

 

[SmithNut]

As others have noted, that ain't no M686-4......
This is what one looks like....

Congrats on the M66......

 

[ColumbusJBR]

Just for reference, I recently sold a very similar 66 snubbie. I listed it for $750 and it got snatched up quick. So if you can get it for $750 yourself... Grab it! It's a great gun.

 

[LittleAugieMo]

686-4/66.....either one would be well wort the money@ 750$ price range.

 

[wproct]

You made the right choice IMO. Also, in that barrel length the 66-4 would be my preference over a 686-4, but again that is just my personal preference. Anytime you can pick up a pre-lock 66 or 686 in that barrel length for that kind of money you have done well!!

 

[stansdds]

As others have mentioned, that looks like a Model 66 and if it is in good mechanical condition, $775 is a really good deal.

 

[doubletapp357]

I know it's a 66-4 now thanks. The gentleman had a 686 and a model 66. It's coming with some ammo as well. I'm kind of bummed about it not being a 686-4……

Is a the 66-4 still a good piece to carry ?
I really do appreciate all the feedback. I really am on the fence now……

 

[doubletapp357]

He has it listed for 750

Just for reference, I recently sold a very similar 66 snubbie. I listed it for $750 and it got snatched up quick. So if you can get it for $750 yourself... Grab it! It's a great gun.

And the gentleman is including some ammo and a holster. I love the fact it's a pre-lock but I'm possibly going to back out and get the 627-5……. I am confused

 

[Shark Bait]

The 66 is a great carry gun and the price you mentioned is a good one. The 627 will be a fair bigger.

 

[ColumbusJBR]

I know it's a 66-4 now thanks. The gentleman had a 686 and a model 66. It's coming with some ammo as well. I'm kind of bummed about it not being a 686-4……

Is a the 66-4 still a good piece to carry ?
I really do appreciate all the feedback. I really am on the fence now……

To state the obvious, a 66 snub will carry easier than the 627. It's a great carry option, if you're OK w/ 6 rounds. Both are pretty awesome guns, but if it were me... I'd snag the 66 w/ the goodies at that price. Great deal on a great gun they don't make (pre-lock) anymore. The 627-5 will be relatively easy to acquire in the future if you gotta scratch that itch. Good news is, both are great guns, so I highly doubt you'd be unhappy regardless of your decision. Good luck!

 

[stansdds]

The Model 66 is a great 6-shot, 357 Magnum carry revolver. The K-frame 357's were made because law enforcement officers found the N-frame 357's to be big and heavy, so S&W started making K-frames in 357 Magnum. The K-frame is the smallest 6-shot 357 Magnum you will find.

 

[doubletapp357]

What would you pick? He's asking $750 with 56 rounds of ammo 357 magnum and a holster

 

[Shark Bait]

Easy, I would take the 66 if it is in good working order and decent cosmetically.

 

[Haycock]

I am torn between getting the 627 Performance Center 8 shot and a 686-4 six shot pre lock..... Its in great shape! The extra two rounds would be nice...... However I hate the Hilary hole......


Would you go with the 686-4 for $775 or the 627-5 PC 8 shot for $1050........


I am on the clock!

100% go with the 686-4. Not even close.

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