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ferider said:
3" 686, L-frame. See here:


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Very similar to my 2.5" 9mm 986.

There are comparison photos and videos for the different frame sizes. I usually take a guess by looking at how many bullets of which calibre fit in the cylinder, and then I look it up to confirm.
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Good looking revolver too. I came real close to picking up a 7-shot gp100 with a 3” barrel. I’ve held and dry fired the Smiths and Rugers side by side and like the feel and break of the Ruger a little better. Reading about all the QC issues in the new Smiths doesn’t really inspire confidence either. Haven’t seen much negative on the Ruger revolvers.
 
91bravo said:
Good looking revolver too. I came real close to picking up a 7-shot gp100 with a 3” barrel. I’ve held and dry fired the Smiths and Rugers side by side and like the feel and break of the Ruger a little better. Reading about all the QC issues in the new Smiths doesn’t really inspire confidence either. Haven’t seen much negative on the Ruger revolvers.
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Having three S&W, 2 new ones (with issues) and 1 used one (perfect), I suggest you try a used one from a good seller. Should be easy to find a good used 686.
 
I think the M19 Carry Comp Performance Center is one of the nicest wheelguns S&W is making right now. Mine has a truly excellent trigger. Not a fan of the 'moss green' tho, personally. There's also the L-frame version - a 7-shot 586 that is otherwise pretty much the same package.

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Here's a good article for the frames, 91bravo 91bravo

americanhandgunner.com

J, K, L, N, M? E-I-E-I-O… Demystifying All Those S&W Frame Types

No revolver manufacturer has ever topped S&W when it comes to the sheer diversity of their revolver frame offerings. With so many to choose from, selecting the right one can seem a daunting task — at least until you understand what all those letters mean.
americanhandgunner.com americanhandgunner.com

I find myself most drawn to the Ruger revolvers. Smith can make a great gun too. I prefer how my GP shoots more than my 586. I also like that it's a 7 shot vs a 6.
 
I promise yall, one of these days, I’ll pick up a nice carry revolver. I was just about to drop some money on a gen 6 Glock, but thought to myself, I already have 8+ Glocks, so I really don’t need another one. I’m saving this wad of cash for my first true revolver. I don’t think my NAA .22 mag really counts as a revolver lol.
 
91bravo said:
I promise yall, one of these days, I’ll pick up a nice carry revolver. I was just about to drop some money on a gen 6 Glock, but thought to myself, I already have 8+ Glocks, so I really don’t need another one. I’m saving this wad of cash for my first true revolver. I don’t think my NAA .22 mag really counts as a revolver lol.
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I support buying both. :)

It is really nice to have a revolver to shoot. It's a nice change of pace at the range.
 
91bravo said:
I promise yall, one of these days, I’ll pick up a nice carry revolver. I was just about to drop some money on a gen 6 Glock, but thought to myself, I already have 8+ Glocks, so I really don’t need another one. I’m saving this wad of cash for my first true revolver. I don’t think my NAA .22 mag really counts as a revolver lol.
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Strong recommend on the wheelgun. This Speed Six is too big for regular carry but it sure is fun to strap on out in the country IMG_0827.jpeg
The J Frame Airweight on the other hand is perfect carry. This “hammer less” was literally made to be pocketable…IMG_6904.jpeg
 
I had a sweet 19-3 P&R 2.5" with box for a bit, sold it before I realized how much it was really worth! It's in some of the pics. I bought some of the lock cylinder delete kits and installed them on some of my S&W's and they work fine. I have one of the 360's currently with the Crimson Trace Green laser grips and those grips make a HUGE different in how it shoots. Golden Saber or Speer Gold Dot 357 mag loads (slightly downloaded from full magnums) are easy to handle 1 handed.

I also have some Dan Wesson Revolvers. I had 2 of the 357, a 22 and a stainless and blue 44, now I have a blued 357 with multiple barrels and a stainless 44 with 2.5, 4, 6 and multiple 8" barrels with extra shrouds. My S&W 617 10 shot has a worked trigger spring so it's nice and smooth even in DA! Gotta find the pictures!

Walther PPS M2 9mm is a nice, slim carry piece; I added Fiber Optic/Night sights to it. If I want something larger, I go with the VBOB in 45 or CZ P10C in 9mm. I wanted a M&P Compact 45 acp to carry instead of the VBOB, but haven't gotten around to it yet. Got married, bought a house, etc. Adulting gets in the way of buying toys!
 
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