Agree 100%.
Especially true in DA shooting as the greater mass of the N-frame cylinder in the small caliber can certainly be felt.
That said, I, too, prefer the six rather than the 7-shot versions.
686 owners and 627 owners its time to do battle, convince me which is better
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Especially true in DA shooting as the greater mass of the N-frame cylinder in the small caliber can certainly be felt.
That said, I, too, prefer the six rather than the 7-shot versions.
PA Guns & Ammo
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I have the 586 and the M&PR8 and I prefer the performance of the M&P but I like the looks of the 586. I say go for the 627. It has all of the 586/686 has and then some minus the extra weight.
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notsofast
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Really like my 627 pro, never handled a 686 though
If I want....
If I want/need more than 6 shots I'll pick up my semi auto. I wouldn't fight if someone wanted to give me a 627, but I own a 686.
If I want/need more than 6 shots I'll pick up my semi auto. I wouldn't fight if someone wanted to give me a 627, but I own a 686.
Wicked1911
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One more vote for the 686. I love love love my 686+ 4" I will never sell it.
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My only 686/686P - a 2004 'Stocking Dealer Exclusive' 5" half lug 7-shooter that came with the HiViz and Ahrends grips. Also shown is one of my 627's, a 4" 627 Pro, with HiViz and Ahrends Retro Targets added.
I love both. But... guess which one has cobwebs on it? Hint: It only chambers seven. I really like the 627's. Eight-bangers rule! Of course, I'm not as old as some folks around here... I'm only 63!
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Your guns are newer than mine, and I'm 33
cantpickone
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I have the first Model of the Performance Center 627 with a 5" barrel and I have a 686. While my 627 is something to enjoy looking at and handling, my 686 shoots equally well and is therefore more practical.
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KBaker
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Let me throw out my vote for the 327 TRR8. Scandium frame, stainless cylinder, 8-shot with moon clips, Performance Center trigger job, gold bead front sight, 5" barrel, and it's a SHOOTER. Probably lighter than the 686+ as well. Love mine - absolutely my favorite revolver.
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Sorry my friend ...... You're talking about two legendary guns that are both well thought of; that stirring this pot just to see what you scrape off the bottom of the pot seems below anyone that loves the 38/347 family of wheel guns. BUT ..... if ya stir up anything be sure to get pics and video.
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LOL! The flutes on those 7&8-shot cylinders do look pretty weird!
BTW: someone earlier claimed the ".357 started it all" (N frames)
The first N-frame was the Triple Lock, introduced 27-years prior to the .357.
I usually don't venture into anything larger than 38/357 caliber, so the L-frame is my favorite/maximum frame size. Sure wish I had a 696.
SGT_Calle
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I love my 686SSR but I really want to delve into the 327/627 family of wheelies in the near future.
If you've got a dozen 686's, I've got a dime for you. As many dimes as you can fulfill orders for.
ahpd1992
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I replaced my front sight with an XS BIG DOT, the rear I left adjustable, but replaced w/ TRU GLO inserts. Pretty easy switch, I have 3 dot night sight set up. I cannot provide a picture as it's my duty weapon and I leave it work in my locker
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