I purchased at Buds Gun Shop a new S&W 686 Plus 3". It is pending to ship. I am very excited for it, I love revolvers and many times carry my S&W J frame 642. I believe I should be able to carry the 686 on a good IWB holster at about 2:30 PM. Any suggestions or comments?

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I purchased at Buds Gun Shop a new S&W 686 Plus 3".  It is pending to ship.  I am very excited for it, I love revolvers and many times carry my S&W J frame 642.  I believe I should be able to carry the 686 on a good IWB holster at about 2:30 PM.  Any suggestions or comments?

Austin B. · Answer

I got my holsters through Fobus holsters from Israel they make a variety of holsters that are amazingly comfortable pancake style or whichever you prefer I personally like to carry around 430 5 o'clock

Ron H. · Answer

From my experience the 686 is much bulkier than the J Frame 642.   I too purchased a 686+ 2.5" from Bud's.   It's a great extremely reliable revolver, but extremely uncomfortable to carry IWB.   I wound up having a custom made OWB holster made and carry the 686 when I'm wearing an untucked shirt or a jacket.   I'm 5'11", 205, medium build.  Never had a problem carrying anything else IWB, but the 686 is just a bit too bulky.

Wayne L. · Answer

I carry a 69c W/O holster IWB VERY COMFORTABLE REAL CLOSE TO THE SAME SIZE

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I purchased at Buds Gun Shop a new S&W 686 Plus 3". It is pending to ship. I am very excited for it, I love revolvers and many times carry my S&W J frame 642. I believe I should be able to carry the 686 on a good IWB holster at about 2:30 PM. Any suggestions or comments?