My new 686

[jackge]

The LG-306's for the rd. butt's. Not sure about the model no. for the sq. butt but do know that CT also calls them the "Hoghunter."

Yes, I knew about the "hoghunter" label, it's funny but to the point.I ordered a set of the LG 308's today from EBay for $220.

 

[Garybock]

New 686

My first handgun was a S&W 686 with 4 inch barrel. I liked it so much I purchased a S&W 686 with a 3 inch barrel. I'm liking that 2 1/2 inch barrel.

 

[roaddog28]

I have a couple of 686's and I found the triggers to be really stiff but I will not mess with them. The answer is to shoot often and you will get used to the feel.

The best revolver triggers I have found has been on my model 66.

I tend to agree with oldman45. I own a 686-2 and owned a 686-3. Both triggers are stiffier than my K frame magnums. There not bad but they are heavier. Practice and eventually you will get better double action shooting.
Great looking 686.
Howard





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[Rio Vista Slim]

As it came from the factory.

With Eagle Grips' "Secret Service" stocks.

When I first began shooting revolvers in the late 1960s and early 1970s, my shooting buddies and I were greatly influenced by the writings of the late Bill Jordan. As such, double-action shooting (and mastering the trigger) was a paramount issue. Of course, that shooting was done with S&W Model 19s, and the guns back then were super sweet.

It seems that most of what I learned stayed with me, as the pictured 686-6 Plus is a joy to shoot in double-action mode. Once again, mastering the trigger is the key, and with practice, you'll get there.

 

[billd13]

You can put laser grips on the 686, I just happen to keep mine on my 586. These are both no dash from late 1985 with smooth, very sweet triggers. The 686 DA pull is exactly 8lbs and the 586 is exactly 9lbs. Neither has ever had a trigger job. The 586 does have an M stamp on it.

 

[jackge]

I have a couple of 686's and I found the triggers to be really stiff but I will not mess with them. The answer is to shoot often and you will get used to the feel.

The best revolver triggers I have found has been on my model 66.

I tend to agree with oldman45. I own a 686-2 and owned a 686-3. Both triggers are stiffier than my K frame magnums. There not bad but they are heavier. Practice and eventually you will get better double action shooting.
Great looking 686.
Howard





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Howard, (or anybody else)
Maybe you can help me a bit. I just don't know how the trigger should feel in this gun and I did have a 'smith install the Jerry Miculek kit. The way it feels to me now is that it seems like it pauses just before it breaks, does that sound right? It's like it's telling me "Do you really want to fire this gun?" That's the best way I can explain it and wonder if it's normal.
Thanks

 

[jambie]

Howard, (or anybody else)
Maybe you can help me a bit. I just don't know how the trigger should feel in this gun and I did have a 'smith install the Jerry Miculek kit. The way it feels to me now is that it seems like it pauses just before it breaks, does that sound right? It's like it's telling me "Do you really want to fire this gun?" That's the best way I can explain it and wonder if it's normal.
Thanks

You might be feeling the point at which the cylinder has fully locked up right before the hammer drops. All of my Smith's are noticeable at that point, to some degree or another...none have been worked on, so I don't know if there's a way to reduce it or not...

Cheers,
Tom

 

[ab4ka]

my 2-1/2" 686 is my absolute favorite! I fell into it (I was getting it for a friend and decided to keep it) and it would be the last one I parted with. A set of Ahrend's Retro Combats is just what the doctor ordered for it.

 

[Bullseye Smith]

Since the 686 doesn't have the firing pin on the hammer is it OK to "dry fire" it?

You can dry fire any of them without toy bullets with one exception ----- You don't want to dry fire your 22 revolvers. I kill cowboys and indians every day on TV with a empty gun .

 

[jackge]

You might be feeling the point at which the cylinder has fully locked up right before the hammer drops. All of my Smith's are noticeable at that point, to some degree or another...none have been worked on, so I don't know if there's a way to reduce it or not...

Cheers,
Tom

Yes, the cylinder locks up and then the hammer falls with just a tiny nudge of my finger. I guess that means mine is normal.
Thanks

 

[mg357]

very handsome model 686

 

[youngda9]

I really like the looks of those grips on the snubby 686, looks symmetrical and very cool.

I have a 4" with the Hogue round butt grips that I feel looks the symmetrical as well and fit my hand perfectly.

 

[jackge]

Just received my new IWB Alessi holster for the 686.

 

[jackge]

I really like the looks of those grips on the snubby 686, looks symmetrical and very cool.

I have a 4" with the Hogue round butt grips that I feel looks the symmetrical as well and fit my hand perfectly.

The grips came stock on the gun, I bought it NIB.

 

[Mr629]

sweet. I had one about two years ago. Loved it.