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Smith & Wesson Model 686 6"vsSmith & Wesson Model 986 2.5"

Smith & Wesson Model 686 6" facing right

Smith & WessonModel 686 6"

DA/SA K/L-Frame Revolver Chambered in 357 Magnum
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Smith & Wesson Model 986 2.5" facing left

Smith & WessonModel 986 2.5"

DA/SA K/L-Frame Revolver Chambered in 9mm Luger

Dimensions

 LengthLHeightHWidthWWeightW
Model 686 6"11.94 in6.07 in1.56 in44.8 oz
Model 986 2.5"7.5 in6 in1.55 in31.7 oz

Details

 BarrelBBLTriggerWebsite
Model 686 6"6 inDA/SAsmith-wesson.com
Model 986 2.5"2.5 inDA/SAsmith-wesson.com

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