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Smith & Wesson Model 638vsSmith & Wesson Model 686 6"

Smith & Wesson Model 638 facing right

Smith & WessonModel 638

DA/SA J-Frame Revolver Chambered in 38 Special +P
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Smith & Wesson Model 686 6" facing left

Smith & WessonModel 686 6"

DA/SA K/L-Frame Revolver Chambered in 357 Magnum

Dimensions

 LengthLHeightHWidthWWeightW
Model 6386.3 in4.2 in1.3 in14.6 oz
Model 686 6"11.94 in6.07 in1.56 in44.8 oz

Details

 BarrelBBLTriggerWebsite
Model 6381.87 inDA/SAsmith-wesson.com
Model 686 6"6 inDA/SAsmith-wesson.com

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