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Smith & Wesson Model 686 4"vsSmith & Wesson Model 617 4"

Smith & Wesson Model 686 4" facing right

Smith & WessonModel 686 4"

DA/SA K/L-Frame Revolver Chambered in 357 Magnum
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Smith & Wesson Model 617 4" facing left

Smith & WessonModel 617 4"

DA/SA K/L-Frame Revolver Chambered in 22 LR

Dimensions

 LengthLHeightHWidthWWeightW
Model 686 4"9.56 in6 in1.56 in40.3 oz
Model 617 4"9.13 in5.85 in1.45 in40.2 oz

Details

 BarrelBBLTriggerWebsite
Model 686 4"4.13 inDA/SAsmith-wesson.com
Model 617 4"4.13 inDA/SAsmith-wesson.com

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