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Customer Reviews for Smith & Wesson Model 686 Distinguished Combat 4" 357 Magnum Revolver


Smith & Wesson Model 686 Distinguished Combat 4 357 Magnum Revolver Buy Now

68 Reviews. 4.7 out of 5 Stars!
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Jonathan S on 02/17/2024
Rating:   5 of 5 Stars!

No issues out of the box, sights needed a little adjusting but that was it. Shoots very well and the action takes some cycles before it really smooths out like how mine is now.

William T on 12/16/2023
Rating:   5 of 5 Stars!

One of the best old school S&W. Buds is great.

Dwayne P on 10/13/2023
Rating:   5 of 5 Stars!

The S&W 686 has a great feel and balance. The stainless steel finish looks good and is easy to clean. The trigger is smooth at release and has a single action release of about 4-5 pounds. The double action release is heavier, as expected, at 8-10 pounds. The sights are adjustable and highlighted for to easily acquire the sight picture. It runs .38, .38+ and .357 flawlessly and shoots better than I can. The best part is that it was $120-150 less at Bud's than other dealers. The only negative I can say is that the trigger is is a darker and doesn't seem to fit the appearance of the rest of the gun.

Reid C on 05/10/2023
Rating:   5 of 5 Stars!

Can’t go wrong with a S&W. Great feel and look. Excellent service from Buds as usual.

Charles V on 03/28/2023
Rating:   5 of 5 Stars!

Always compared this gun to the python now I have both and really enjoy the both of them. There are some differences but I like both of them.

Agustin G on 03/28/2023
Rating:   5 of 5 Stars!

Absolutely beautiful revolver From Smith and Wesson. You can always expect top craftmanship from S&W. The gun works flawlessly and shoots anything you feed it without any problem. Recoil is obvious but not unmanageable. As with all my other purchases from Bud's Gun Shop, Delivery to my FFL went smoothly and quickly. I strongly recommend this revolver if you are in the market and can afford the hefty price. It's worth it. AG

Gary V on 03/28/2023
Rating:   5 of 5 Stars!

Absolutely incredible quality by for the nicest revolver I’ve ever owned.

Joseph H on 11/24/2022
Rating:   5 of 5 Stars!

I have put easily 2500+rds through this revolver and it is smoother that ever. No issues what so ever.

Troy P on 03/30/2022
Rating:   5 of 5 Stars!

Great service from Buds, as always. Timely delivery and item in excellent condition. You have to love a Smith & Wesson revolver.

Jason B on 03/30/2022
Rating:   5 of 5 Stars!

What can I say bad about a 686. Possibly the saftey key lock, but ,I leave it unlocked and have never had a problem one. It's a very straight shooter and I have never even touched the sights, dead on straight out of the box. The counter weight helps significantly for recoil kick back when shooting hot 357 magnum rounds. Overall GREAT gun. Another point worth mentioning is Buds gun shop being well priced and beating out the competitor's. Their service was straight forward and it showed up at my FFL with in the said time frame. I would not hesitate for one minute to recommend the Smith and Wesson m686 and Buds gun shop.I think they will both meet your expectations.

Harold F G on 03/29/2022
Rating:   5 of 5 Stars!

Bought this beautiful revolver after having regretted selling my 1990s 686 in order to buy another pistol. I had handled it in my LGS, but found it for a much better price on Bud's and became its lucky owner. As has been my experience with S&W revolvers, it is a beautiful, well-finished gun, with no flaws or rough spots. Upon taking it to the range, I found it shot to point of aim at 15 yards with 38 Special FMJ range ammo and similarly with standard velocity 357 rounds. While the DA trigger was stiff at first, after 50 or so rounds it smoothed out and was pretty representative of a stock S&W revolver pull. The SA trigger was crisp and short out of the box. All-in-all is is a great home defense and range revolver. The sights are nice and the feel in your hand is great and the action is smooth. I'd recommend it!

George M on 11/23/2021
Rating:   4 of 5 Stars!

A beautiful balance of power and accuracy. The under lug compensates the hot .357 round very well.

Richard R on 08/05/2020
Rating:   5 of 5 Stars!

What can I say? it's a "Smith" - Took it out and shot 100 rds various ammo, 357, +P and 38 Sp. The firearm made a marksman out of me. Really accurate and fun to shoot. Bought some Mothers Aluminum and Mag cleaner and the burn marks clean right up and the 686 shines like new. This will be my carrry firearm whenever possible because I can count on it. I always carry a BUG for the NY reload, not to mentiion 1 or 2 speedloaders and/or strips for the 686. Very happy with this purchase and Buds. Its my 4th firearm from there all thanks to Hickok 45 for the constant reminder that this is the place to buy. Love the support people as well, they always went the extra mile to answer my questions. Please open up a store in FL.

Luis G on 01/18/2020
Rating:   5 of 5 Stars!

Well made good price I finally get it on my collection

Michael B on 12/02/2019
Rating:   1 of 5 Stars!

Misfired and jammed at 100 rounds. Now need to take to gunsmith for timing issue.

Scott C on 11/29/2019
Rating:   5 of 5 Stars!

Transaction went smooth and without a glitch.

Gordon R A on 06/24/2019
Rating:   5 of 5 Stars!

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John W on 05/21/2019
Rating:   5 of 5 Stars!

I really enjoy this 686. One of the two guns I will never sell, along with my 642. Don't think about it, just buy it.

Michael A on 05/20/2019
Rating:   1 of 5 Stars!

Very poor finish for a Smith & Wesson. The side that should read "Made In USA, Marcas Registradas, Smith & Wesson" is a garbled illegible mess! Not what I expected for an expensive Smith & Wesson. I've opened a ticket with Smith & Wesson customer support and attached a very clear photograph. I'm asking for a replacement. Waiting to see what they decide to do to make this right. IMO, they should replace the gun with a new one that's stamped correctly. I haven't fired it either.

Alberto L on 05/17/2019
Rating:   5 of 5 Stars!

The transaction was made with ease. Bud's Gun Shop were very helpful in making it that way. The item purchased was delivered as promised to a FFL Dealer in Puerto Rico, which I should say they were top notch in transferring the item to me. I have no regrets! Thank you Bud's and thank you Carlito's Armory you are the best....

Justin B on 10/26/2018
Rating:   4 of 5 Stars!

Very nice classic handgun. Great polished SS. I owned an earlier 686, and was a bit disappointed in this one compared to my earlier model. Everything on this one is well built except the trigger, and the grips. The round butt model seems to take away something for me. But that's just my personal opinion since I owned an earlier one. Overall this is a great handgun If you want a classic revolver this would be a great choice. Thanks Buds nice price.

Greg N on 10/25/2018
Rating:   5 of 5 Stars!

For a complicated process, Bud 's made it as easy as it could be. The availability of e-checking to save $$ was welcome though the process does slow the transaction by a week. Once shipped, the item arrived quickly and in good condition. My FFL was aware of and keeps their info up to date with Bud's.

Hanson C on 09/25/2018
Rating:   5 of 5 Stars!

Purchase an S&W M686 6-round revolver from Buds. Excellent product, very competitive price, simple checkout process, quick shipment, and no surprises. We were very happy with our purchase and plan to visit Buds Gun Shop again for future needs. We highly recommend them.

Issak S on 08/09/2018
Rating:   5 of 5 Stars!

I purchased a s&w 686 .357 mag with a 4" barrel very nice gun extremely accurate fun to shoot easy to clean couldn't be happier and buds guns made it affordable and easy to deal with I picked the gun up 3 days after ordered.

Troy F on 07/23/2018
Rating:   4 of 5 Stars!

Shot my gun for first time yesterday I love it thank you Buds will gladly deal with you again

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