S&W 4586
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They are a nice gun, most of this model went to LE agencies. other similar models in DAO 4556 4546.
just plain joe
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You are very fortunate. I note that the 4566 is very popular on this forum with it DA/SA. I prefer the DAO because you only have to master one trigger press. I have a 4586 and it is capable of more accuracy than I am able to wring out of it. It digests my 230 grain FMJ reloads as well as what then was our issue load, the Federal 230 grain HST.
Good luck with the pistol. They are well made.
JM2c.
JPJ
Good luck with the pistol. They are well made.
JM2c.
JPJ
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This has been a good week..... 
All three of my favorite DAO 45acp pistols have been discussed.
For years I've described my pair of M4586 pistols as my "go-to" pistols, they shoot fantastic, are accurate, are hell for stout, and with properly made holsters they carry just fine.
Here's an old pic showing a handful of DAO Third Gen pistols, the M4586's are shown here in the upper left and right.
Here's another pic showing the three sizes, all are great...
Enjoy....
All three of my favorite DAO 45acp pistols have been discussed.
For years I've described my pair of M4586 pistols as my "go-to" pistols, they shoot fantastic, are accurate, are hell for stout, and with properly made holsters they carry just fine.
Here's an old pic showing a handful of DAO Third Gen pistols, the M4586's are shown here in the upper left and right.
Here's another pic showing the three sizes, all are great...
Enjoy....
kbm6893
Member
I've really come to appreciate the DAO 3rd Gen guns. I have 2 5946's, 2 3953's, and a 6946. I am always looking for a 4586, since I love my 4566. One of these days I'm gonna get one.
Congrats! Nice find!
My 4586 was my first venture into the DAO 3rd Gen World.
Plenty strong & accurate.
I set mine up to spit out my 45 Super handloads with ease.
It's my 45ACP Sledgehammer.
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My 4586 was my first venture into the DAO 3rd Gen World.
Plenty strong & accurate.
I set mine up to spit out my 45 Super handloads with ease.
It's my 45ACP Sledgehammer.
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squidsix
Member
A 4586 was my house gun for a long time. I sold it on this forum, because I prefer TDA, but it is a fantastic pistol, and hopefully is serving its new owner perfectly.
I have two 4586's in my safe. Both LEO guns from J'ville NC police Department.
They're great heavy guns and would make excellent anchors for 25 ft pontoon boat.
You either hate 'em or love 'em. I'm in the latter category.
They're great heavy guns and would make excellent anchors for 25 ft pontoon boat.
You either hate 'em or love 'em. I'm in the latter category.
HOUSTON RICK
Member
All of the S&W third generation 45 ACP handguns are excellent firearms. I was lucky to obtain a 4506 back in the day. It has been a solid performer for decades. May yours serve you well.
Excellent find. DAO is the way to go.
