Model 686 with 2 1/2" Barrel

[1891SingleShot]

I went to an auction yesterday and managed to score a Model 686 with a 2 1/2" barrel. I paid $1250, which was more than I had hoped, but it was a very nice package with box, sealed tool kit and paperwork. I believe it is 1983-84 production. I really like the feel of the finger groove grips. Just thought I would share and show it off a little!!!

 

[mnkdad]

I would say a very nice score indeed. Next week or next year you will have forgotten about the money but the quality of your 686 will remain.

 

[ISCS Yoda]

Here's its first cousin, 2.5" 686+, bought quite some years ago at a much lower price :

You will love it; forget the price!

 

[CH4]

Nice no dash. Serial number is close to the original run from Lew Horton, not that it really makes it difference. Some place a value on that.

 

[chief38]

Looks like it is pristine condition! A bit pricey but I guess a it's "buy once - cry once" scenario. You will soon forget what you paid and enjoy it every day!

 

[1911-10MM]

Awesome score, Congratulations

 

[Baxter6551]

Excellent acquisition! Welcome to the 686 club - which I am rather late in joining. I acquired both my 686-4s in the last couple of years. My first L frames. Yours is in fine condition as was my 4 inch. The 2.5 inch needed the total spa package including replacing the hammer and trigger which had been attacked by “bubba”. I don’t have box or papers for either.

 

[1891SingleShot]

Lew Horton

Nice no dash. Serial number is close to the original run from Lew Horton, not that it really makes it difference. Some place a value on that.

Yes, I just checked the catalog number from the box and it is a Lew Horton!!! I believe that does add some value. Maybe I got a decent deal after all.

 

[Nightowl]

I think that 5289 number on the box indicates that it was boxed on the 289th day of 1985.

Great buy!!

 

[Iamasmith]

Nice gun! I have a 686 Plus dash 6 and love it, I even added a new 586 4 in this weekend. The frame size of these guns just work well in my hands.
Congrats on the new purchase!

 

[Rodan]

Very nice! With the box and original combats, I don't think you overpaid.

My -1 with bananas

 

[Hawg Rider]

Agreed, it's a Lew Horton. You can tell by the s/n (ALV9905) and the Production No....and it does add a little value. You probably paid a fair price. Congratulations. Enjoy!

 

[rosewood]

Here's its first cousin, 2.5" 686+, bought quite some years ago at a much lower price :

You will love it; forget the price!

is that gold plated or just the lighting?

 

[1911haulic]

Congratulations! You did good.

 

[CH4]

FWIW, I would have happily gave $1250 for that package. Looking at your picture showing the model and serial number, I don’t see the “M” stamp, which it means it hasn’t had the firing pin recall work done. Not needed.

I have a no dash LH, two - 3s and a -4+ 7 shot. Always looking for another.

 

[4506517]

I gave $700 for this beauty.

Love this thing!

 

[BLUEDOT37]

I went to an auction yesterday and managed to score a Model 686 with a 2 1/2" barrel.
I believe it is 1983-84 production.

Congrats on your find!

As already mentioned, the box's label would indicate it's a 1985 production & also falls in the time frame of being a Lew Horton Special Edition.

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[L-2]

Agree with Post 9 and other posts regarding 1985. My SCSW also seems to agree:
1985 – AAV, ACC, ACJ, ADA, ADP, ADZ, AEF, AEH, AEM, AER, AEW, AFB, AFK, AFL, AFN, AFR, AFS, AHA, AHB, AHC, AHJ, AHP, AHS, AHT, AHV, AJB, AJD, AJJ, AJH, ALA, ALB, ALC, ALU, ALV, ALW

Supica, Jim; Nahas, Richard. Standard Catalog of Smith & Wesson (Standard Catalog of Smith and Wesson) (p. 491). Gun Digest Media. Kindle Edition.

 

[WCCPHD]

I recently went into an LGS that specializes in "new" guns. They had a 2.5 inch 686-4 on consignment for $800. It was in great condition but wearing a pair of "rubber" grips. I asked if they would take $700 for it and the clerk called the owner and he said yes. So $750 OTD with tax.

I dropped the rubber grips and put a set of round butt target (banana) grips on it.

 

[rosewood]

I recently went into an LGS that specializes in "new" guns. They had a 2.5 inch 686-4 on consignment for $800. It was in great condition but wearing a pair of "rubber" grips. I asked if they would take $700 for it and the clerk called the owner and he said yes. So $750 OTD with tax.

I dropped the rubber grips and put a set of round butt target (banana) grips on it.

Hmm, I didn't think you would have to pay tax on a consignment??