Decided! - 686 w/ Lock

[Ranger514]

My everyday BUG is a 642-2 with the IL. I disabled the lock, since I didn't want the worry of a mechanical failure. S&W still makes great guns. Sniping at each other, name calling, and stereotyping over the lock/no lock controversy isn't necessary. I appreciate the older revolvers, and would love to own some of the current line being manufactured.

 

[mikeruns]

I have some pre 1980 s&w revolvers and 1 lock model 29 MG. Loving the mountain gun like the others it is accurate and has good attention to detail....paid full price for it new with no regret.

 

[Redlegvzv]

Our family has two S&W 686+ revolvers of 2012-2013 vintage and these are among the most accurate and best revolvers in our overlarge collection. I get that some of the fellows don't like the lock, and that's fine, but me I give it no thought whatever. To me the whole lock issue is a bunch of hooey. These are excellent handguns and we really enjoy them. My 686+ 4" is dog-nuts accurate whenever my poor ability can match the accuracy of the revolver.

 

[burf151]

That is a good price if it is in nice shape. That revolver would probably be just south of $600 here. All three of my 686s have locks, I didn't like it at first. But, they shoot so well, I have forgotten the locks are even there.

 

[CatboatWilly]

Remind me........what was the problem with the lock again that you could not over come ?

That, my friend is an excellent price for an excellent revolver......close your eyes and just do it......bet it will bring a smile to your face.

 

[at_liberty]

Remind me........what was the problem with the lock again that you could not over come ?

That, my friend is an excellent price for an excellent revolver......close your eyes and just do it......bet it will bring a smile to your face.

I don't think that question, or the mess it would spawn, is to be entertained here.

 

[MattJames]

Update: Picked it up today! Seems to be in nice shape.

It's a nice mate for the 617

Now, for new grips...

 

[old doc]

Congrats. My seven shooter is a weapon and not a museum piece. I've never had an issue with the lock. The only holes I'm concerned with are at the target.

 

[PR24]

The lock is annoying, but I have yet to have an "AL" (accidental locking) with my two lock models. You'll forget it's there & enjoy shooting it.

 

[at_liberty]

I have a chance at a 686 7 shot but it is a lock version. I'd prefer it not to be but the asking price is $475 - which I think is a pretty good price. I'm not crazy with it being a lock model.
Comments, please? Thanks!

Your name will be on the wall of shame (beside mine), if you own a gun with a trigger lock.