+Guns, Gear & On Target Training, LLC The revolver is the original gun of the United States. The Army Cavalry, Wild Bill Hickok, Wyatt Earp, all the settlers, etc. The six-gun ruled for many years. If you can't take care of trouble with six shots, you are in big trouble.
+Patrick McCormick People like different things apparently they didn't like the information or the delivery. I don't take it personally. I appreciate everyone who watches and offers feedback. All the best and stay safe.
Ive got a 627PC 8x shot and I love it. I wanted the N frame rather than the 686 K/L since its a snubby and you do feel the magnum rounds a bit more than the longer barrel revolvers. I really like the look- especially of the non fluted cylinder, great revolver.
Such an attractive revolver that I hope to be buying one soon. I have an old Security Six that runs well, but it isn’t practical to carry. Also beats the crap out of my fingers. Revolvers and shotguns seem to be outdated for personal defense, but they have such a romance around them.
I agree with you and your statements regarding revolvers. Like you, I think they are beautiful works of art and while not the optimum for personal protection or self-defense. They certainly do work. I hope you will subscribe to the channel and check out some of our other content.
I owned a 686 plus a long time ago. I loved it and regret I sold it. Smith and Wesson performance center out did themselves and made the 627, 8 shot. On top of the 627, they have made a 41 magnum
Sounds like both you and I love Smith and Wesson revolvers. I hope you’ll check out some of our other reviews on revolvers seen on my channel. Also hope you’re subscribe.
Sir I see your video is old. I have the 686-6 talo edition unfluted cylinder 3INCH barrel black and silver wood grips. The trigger pull on DA IS GREAT ON SA Extra sweet no problem .I got mine for Christmas 2022👍🏿🎯👍🏿
Sir, that is one heck of a nice Christmas gift! And it sounds like an exceptional revolver. I hope you will check out some of the other content and subscribe if you like what you see. All the best and stay safe.
This would be my “Designer” firearm for CCW. Shoulder holster while in a nice suit. How weather? My CZ 2075 Rami. Cold weather in a Carhart’s jacket? My Glock 22. All in all, this is a gorgeous wheel gun.
I'm digging the 7x capacity! Without the weight, .357 in a snubby is like trying to catch a sledge hammer bare handed -- painful. I'm itching to try the added weight of a 686 7x. Nice review!
The 686 is an L frame, in between the K and N, K frame being models such as the 19-66-69 and the N being models 29-629-627-327-28-27 and the like ( the 44 magnums and largest frame 357's for the most part and they are the heavy weights weighing 40 or even more ounces in weight with very large frames) and in the performance center version like this they weigh in at just about all of 36 ounces, on the other hand the model 60 pro series (J frame) with a 3 inch barrel instead of the 2.5 like this gun weighs in at only 23.5 ounces and is WAY easier to pack around but you only get 5 instead of 7 rounds of fire before reloading time, I own both and they are both awesome guns, but I mostly pack the model 60 for the shear ease of carry.
looseballs1966 I already got a S&W Airweight revolver in .38 spc. It don't kick as bad as people say with the +p ammo. It is pretty loud though. Its small and cute, I call it the pug, I love it! Thanks for commenting.
***** Sorry but I don't like auto's for the most part, I reload my own ammo and have for near 40 years now and I hate having to hunt all over the ground for my brass. but that is just my thing so....
***** That is fine the main difference for me is the 40 or so years that I have been into guns in general has made me rather biased to like what I like because when I started out revolvers pretty much ruled the roost and auto's were just not very prevalent except the 1911 (which I have never cared for either really), I remember when Glocks first ever came out or at least became known and showed up in the mainstream so to say, they were kind of laughed at in a way you might say, I was working at a sporting goods store selling guns and you might say that trying to get the idea of plastic guns and auto's to boot into the heads of customers at as time when revolvers were far more trusted and used was a bit difficult to say the least, and many old timers (like me are just to familiar with what has proven itself for just way too long, so we cling to what we know and like. not to mention that for as good as they are calibers like the 9mm, 40 S&W, and even the trusty old 45 acp, just don't stack up to what the 357 mag can in terms of horse power, to match or exceed it you will need to pack something in 10mm, and they become quite large guns in that caliber, for me 357 is the choice as I am more likely to run into a pissed off moose-bear (we have both black and grizzly's here) mountain lion, and we even have a pretty large number of wolf here as well, and within a stones throw from my front door I can be in some of the largest wilderness area left in the lower 48 states of the country (I live in north central Idaho and the entire middle of the state is a huge area of very wild no roads type wilderness that is basically my front and back yards), many times when out and about you will find me packing guns like my 44 mag, 460 or 500 S&W along with a 357 for backup, so now you know all me reasons for my choice at least, auto's may have high capacity but they just lack the punch to put down pissed off 4 legged critters like I mentioned, and if you ever have tried to hit a running as in charging you animal you would know why high capacity aint what you need (something learned from nearly 40 years of hunting said critters). don't get me wrong I am just a gun addict and though I don't own any auto's (got rid of them all, and I had a few to say the least, my last one just got traded off recently, it was a kel tec su16 that I used in part trade on my third 500 S&W, so I now own that gun in all but the 4 inch and 2.5 inch barrel lengths but those are still on my list of gets lol).
It's an outstanding revolver and could work for great IBW. Personally I find guns like the Glock 48, Sig P365XL and the like to be easier to conceal and carry. I've carried revolvers before (mostly the 642 in .38 special or the Ruger LCR) but found semi-automatics a better solution for me. That being said, this 7 shot S&W would be a solid choice. Thanks for commenting. Hope you'll subscribe.
That did look like fun! Wishse ( I apologize if I got your name wrong) what hearing protection are you using in the video? I'm looking for a good set of stereo amplifiers for the rage and home. Also, do you like the performance of these? Thanks in advance. John aka pinkie.
+Guns, Gear & On Target Training, LLC thanks! I'll check them out, good hearing protection with the ability to hear while using them is pretty valuable to me.
what happed with the first double action shots when one didnt go off? I noticed you edited that part. that has happened to me with perfecta ammo ie cheapest you can buy.
I CCW a 686+ 3 inch, IWB in the warmer months and with a shoulder holster in the cooler months. Its certainly doable with a little effort. Finding holsters is somewhat difficult however.
686 SSR model not performance center and only 6 shot, or 686 pro series it has 7 shots but is 5 inch barrel that is your 2 choices as close looking to the performance center gun but have none of the performance center hand tuning, or the standard model 686 plus in 4 inch that is about all you have to chose from.
I bought the same gun in the 8 shot (627). But I'm 53, and my eyes are having a hard time picking up the Orange ramp,and focusing on the target,any tips?
Couple of things. 1) get progressive lenses (try focals). This works for my 55 year old eyes. 2) try a set of reading classes for some people this works
Idk Sam, looks cold out there and hes shooting 357. No signs of intelligent life behind your profile. Dude was even nice to you when you don't deserve it. What a class act Guns, Gear & On Target Training is.
Sir, I agree with you. I do have a very funny face! I also agree. This is a wonderful revolver. Thanks so much for watching and commenting. I hope you will subscribe to the channel.
no more than you shot that revolver it already has the famous scratched cylinder my thought thats one thing i wish they could change or fix because it ugly,s up the revolver my thought
I know some people are concerned about wear, scratches or dings. I get it. For me, all my guns are tools. As such they get used, used hard and often show wear. Personally, I like that their frequent use is seen. Do thousands of presentations from the holster and you'll get holster wear. Gun works great all that's different is it shows signs of being use. I love that look!
Felt recoil is certainly subjective. After shooting a half a box of hot 357 loads, I do feel it. For carry, the 357 is good choice... for my typical practice session where I shoot 200-300 rounds doing defensive drills, I stick with .38 special.
your loading technique's are not proper. you should use the same tactical combative techniques whether plinking, combat training or fighting. if you have sloppy techniques because you are target shooting, you will have sloppy techniques when fighting and sloppy will get you killed, otherwise nuce video and nice gun
+Peter Schiotis Thanks for your input. I have a significant handicap with my left hand and arm. Therefore the technique / grip is modified to manipulate this platform. While I enjoy revolvers my primary defensive platform are semi-autos. Hope you'll check out some of the the vids on the channel.
what happed with the first double action shots when one didnt go off? I noticed you edited that part. that has happened to me with perfecta ammo ie cheapest you can buy.
wheelie time it was either a light primer strike or a bad primer by the look of it. what he did was dangerous however as there was a risk of a hang fire.
what happed with the first double action shots when one didnt go off? I noticed you edited that part. that has happened to me with perfecta ammo ie cheapest you can buy.
This is my dream revolver, same barrel and all. Such a versatile gun.
Everyone should own at least one revolver.
+Emil For sure... I love revolvers
+Guns, Gear & On Target Training, LLC The revolver is the original gun of the United States. The Army Cavalry, Wild Bill Hickok, Wyatt Earp, all the settlers, etc. The six-gun ruled for many years. If you can't take care of trouble with six shots, you are in big trouble.
And I am thinking it should be this one
I finally got my smith & Wesson 686 plus 4 inch barrel an have to say its my first revolver an really like it ...
Emil AND THAT REVOLVER SHOULD BE A RUGER GP 100!!!
I will never understand how people would give a thumbs down to his quality videos.
+Patrick McCormick People like different things apparently they didn't like the information or the delivery. I don't take it personally. I appreciate everyone who watches and offers feedback. All the best and stay safe.
Agreed. This guy is top shelf. I love his reviews.
Maybe it’s the mechanix gloves 🧤
Just picked one of these up myself, what a fine piece of hardware.
I agree!
My favorite revolvers 686 is king. Hope to own one soon. Like always awesome video great info and great quality recording. From Miami
Thats pure thick metal revolver!
Very nice revolver and great review.
Ive got a 627PC 8x shot and I love it. I wanted the N frame rather than the 686 K/L since its a snubby and you do feel the magnum rounds a bit more than the longer barrel revolvers. I really like the look- especially of the non fluted cylinder, great revolver.
+Thejoeb Copy that... it was so much fun to shoot.
K and L are not the same frame size. 686 is an L Frame.
I have always been a sucker for the short bbl Smiths ';-) Good review, thanks!
+ConquestN98858 Its a great revolver!
Finally someone with a real review of my new snub.
Many thanks for watching.
Such an attractive revolver that I hope to be buying one soon. I have an old Security Six that runs well, but it isn’t practical to carry. Also beats the crap out of my fingers. Revolvers and shotguns seem to be outdated for personal defense, but they have such a romance around them.
I agree with you and your statements regarding revolvers. Like you, I think they are beautiful works of art and while not the optimum for personal protection or self-defense. They certainly do work.
I hope you will subscribe to the channel and check out some of our other content.
I owned a 686 plus a long time ago. I loved it and regret I sold it. Smith and Wesson performance center out did themselves and made the 627, 8 shot. On top of the 627, they have made a 41 magnum
Sounds like both you and I love Smith and Wesson revolvers. I hope you’ll check out some of our other reviews on revolvers seen on my channel. Also hope you’re subscribe.
sweet looking gun! I think I would want boot grips on mine though
Your videos are always informative and well edited! New Subscriber!
+javelinablanco Thank you sir!
Sir I see your video is old. I have the 686-6 talo edition unfluted cylinder 3INCH barrel black and silver wood grips. The trigger pull on DA IS GREAT ON SA Extra sweet no problem .I got mine for Christmas 2022👍🏿🎯👍🏿
Sir, that is one heck of a nice Christmas gift! And it sounds like an exceptional revolver. I hope you will check out some of the other content and subscribe if you like what you see. All the best and stay safe.
This revolver has the Best trigger I've ever fired
Agree it has a great trigger
You´re hammering a lot this WG
nice light primer strikes
For 1200$ that's an insult
This would be my “Designer” firearm for CCW. Shoulder holster while in a nice suit. How weather? My CZ 2075 Rami. Cold weather in a Carhart’s jacket? My Glock 22. All in all, this is a gorgeous wheel gun.
Love dem snubbies! Beautiful gun. (I'd prefer a satin finish)
Great video ! Found a brand new on consignment for 800 and got it in the works.
Thanks for watching... good work on your new revolver.
Very good review, well done!
Thank you kindly!
I'm digging the 7x capacity!
Without the weight, .357 in a snubby is like trying to catch a sledge hammer bare handed -- painful.
I'm itching to try the added weight of a 686 7x.
Nice review!
+Salty Diarrhea Its very soft shooting. A beautiful revolver
Love my 686 pc but I put on hogue rubber grips and a combat rear sight
Hi on target what happened with the shell not going off in the first set? I noticed you edited that part.
Amazing gun
I have a 686-3 but boy I want one of those lol
Just got back from the range with mine! Love it
I agree with you! This revolver is an outstanding tool. Thanks for watching and commenting. I hope you will subscribe to the channel.
After what happened at the Orlando club I'm for sure am getting something small and powerful like this.
The 686 is an L frame, in between the K and N, K frame being models such as the 19-66-69 and the N being models 29-629-627-327-28-27 and the like ( the 44 magnums and largest frame 357's for the most part and they are the heavy weights weighing 40 or even more ounces in weight with very large frames) and in the performance center version like this they weigh in at just about all of 36 ounces, on the other hand the model 60 pro series (J frame) with a 3 inch barrel instead of the 2.5 like this gun weighs in at only 23.5 ounces and is WAY easier to pack around but you only get 5 instead of 7 rounds of fire before reloading time, I own both and they are both awesome guns, but I mostly pack the model 60 for the shear ease of carry.
looseballs1966 I already got a S&W Airweight revolver in .38 spc. It don't kick as bad as people say with the +p ammo. It is pretty loud though. Its small and cute, I call it the pug, I love it! Thanks for commenting.
***** Sorry but I don't like auto's for the most part, I reload my own ammo and have for near 40 years now and I hate having to hunt all over the ground for my brass. but that is just my thing so....
***** sorry but I still do not care for auto's never will
***** That is fine the main difference for me is the 40 or so years that I have been into guns in general has made me rather biased to like what I like because when I started out revolvers pretty much ruled the roost and auto's were just not very prevalent except the 1911 (which I have never cared for either really), I remember when Glocks first ever came out or at least became known and showed up in the mainstream so to say, they were kind of laughed at in a way you might say, I was working at a sporting goods store selling guns and you might say that trying to get the idea of plastic guns and auto's to boot into the heads of customers at as time when revolvers were far more trusted and used was a bit difficult to say the least, and many old timers (like me are just to familiar with what has proven itself for just way too long, so we cling to what we know and like. not to mention that for as good as they are calibers like the 9mm, 40 S&W, and even the trusty old 45 acp, just don't stack up to what the 357 mag can in terms of horse power, to match or exceed it you will need to pack something in 10mm, and they become quite large guns in that caliber, for me 357 is the choice as I am more likely to run into a pissed off moose-bear (we have both black and grizzly's here) mountain lion, and we even have a pretty large number of wolf here as well, and within a stones throw from my front door I can be in some of the largest wilderness area left in the lower 48 states of the country (I live in north central Idaho and the entire middle of the state is a huge area of very wild no roads type wilderness that is basically my front and back yards), many times when out and about you will find me packing guns like my 44 mag, 460 or 500 S&W along with a 357 for backup, so now you know all me reasons for my choice at least, auto's may have high capacity but they just lack the punch to put down pissed off 4 legged critters like I mentioned, and if you ever have tried to hit a running as in charging you animal you would know why high capacity aint what you need (something learned from nearly 40 years of hunting said critters). don't get me wrong I am just a gun addict and though I don't own any auto's (got rid of them all, and I had a few to say the least, my last one just got traded off recently, it was a kel tec su16 that I used in part trade on my third 500 S&W, so I now own that gun in all but the 4 inch and 2.5 inch barrel lengths but those are still on my list of gets lol).
I'm saving money for this gun
It's a winner! Thanks for watching and commenting. Hope you'll consider subscribing and checking out some of our other content.
Would you recommend for concealed carry IWB? Nice video.
It's an outstanding revolver and could work for great IBW. Personally I find guns like the Glock 48, Sig P365XL and the like to be easier to conceal and carry.
I've carried revolvers before (mostly the 642 in .38 special or the Ruger LCR) but found semi-automatics a better solution for me. That being said, this 7 shot S&W would be a solid choice. Thanks for commenting. Hope you'll subscribe.
Yes, i've got one.
That did look like fun!
Wishse ( I apologize if I got your name wrong) what hearing protection are you using in the video? I'm looking for a good set of stereo amplifiers for the rage and home. Also, do you like the performance of these?
Thanks in advance.
John aka pinkie.
+pinkiewerewolf These are MSA Sordin Pro X about $300 but the best set I've ever owned. Really great.
+Guns, Gear & On Target Training, LLC thanks! I'll check them out, good hearing protection with the ability to hear while using them is pretty valuable to me.
nice review...does it ever stop snowing there lol..every video you're in seems like its snow..i have the 929 p center..looking at this one next
Been a long winter ! We're ready for the spring... thanks for watching
I like Smiths...But I’d prefer A Ruger Redhawk
what happed with the first double action shots when one didnt go off? I noticed you edited that part. that has happened to me with perfecta ammo ie cheapest you can buy.
It looks like it produces a lot of recoil effect
Short barrel .357 mags usually do. It all has to do with physics.
what would you consider as a perfect OWB holster for this revolver ?
I don't know. Maybe others who have commented can answer. Thanks for watching.
What are your thoughts on CCWing it?
I CCW a 686+ 3 inch, IWB in the warmer months and with a shoulder holster in the cooler months. Its certainly doable with a little effort. Finding holsters is somewhat difficult however.
This is my carry gun, love it.
Is this model offered in a 4 inch model ?
686 SSR model not performance center and only 6 shot, or 686 pro series it has 7 shots but is 5 inch barrel that is your 2 choices as close looking to the performance center gun but have none of the performance center hand tuning, or the standard model 686 plus in 4 inch that is about all you have to chose from.
What's the grain of those 357 rounds??
158 Grain JHP
Nice gun. I'd like to get one but I think I'd prefer a 6 or 7" barrel.
This is a CC handgun. 6/7" barrels are not.
What frame?
what d
oes that gun cost
Ughhhh incan only get 1. Cant decide between this or the 44 mag
I'd get this one (.38/.357) the 44 mags are too expensive to shoot.
droooooollll
I bought the same gun in the 8 shot (627). But I'm 53, and my eyes are having a hard time picking up the Orange ramp,and focusing on the target,any tips?
Couple of things. 1) get progressive lenses (try focals). This works for my 55 year old eyes. 2) try a set of reading classes for some people this works
What the price of the gun?
Shudder to think....$$$
sigmaoverglocks
1K
Is it just me or does he look really scared when he's shooting
I'm certainly not scared but also know my looks will never win any contests! Thanks for watching.
Idk Sam, looks cold out there and hes shooting 357. No signs of intelligent life behind your profile. Dude was even nice to you when you don't deserve it. What a class act Guns, Gear & On Target Training is.
Beautiful gun good video but your face had me cracking up im sorry not trying to be rude but I thought it was just funny
Sir, I agree with you. I do have a very funny face! I also agree. This is a wonderful revolver.
Thanks so much for watching and commenting. I hope you will subscribe to the channel.
686 or 627?
Milan Šekularac 627 is 8 shot
Both... but 627 first
no more than you shot that revolver it already has the famous scratched cylinder my thought thats one thing i wish they could change or fix because it ugly,s up the revolver my thought
I know some people are concerned about wear, scratches or dings. I get it. For me, all my guns are tools. As such they get used, used hard and often show wear. Personally, I like that their frequent use is seen. Do thousands of presentations from the holster and you'll get holster wear. Gun works great all that's different is it shows signs of being use. I love that look!
5:44 The only ugly part is the Hillary Hole.
357 is not that snappy my thought at least not in my revolver my thought
Felt recoil is certainly subjective. After shooting a half a box of hot 357 loads, I do feel it. For carry, the 357 is good choice... for my typical practice session where I shoot 200-300 rounds doing defensive drills, I stick with .38 special.
Double action you missed on the seventh shot lol....shout out to her buddy cos I wouldn't lend you mine.
Thanks for commenting. I never claimed to be an expert, just a guy who appreciates the S&W quality revolvers. And yes, I can miss shots!
He don’t need yours. You’re an asshole.
Damn man can you count how many rounds you shoot! Do you remember how many are even loaded in the revolver? Nice flinch empty chamber!!
Esta é uma bela arma e não as porcarias da tauros que tu atira no pé !!! kkkkkkkkkkkkkkkkkk
what ears are those?
+BurninatorTheTrogdor MSA ... very expensive but the best I've ever owned. I highly recommend them
your loading technique's are not proper. you should use the same tactical combative techniques whether plinking, combat training or fighting. if you have sloppy techniques because you are target shooting, you will have sloppy techniques when fighting and sloppy will get you killed, otherwise nuce video and nice gun
nice not nuce
+Peter Schiotis Thanks for your input. I have a significant handicap with my left hand and arm. Therefore the technique / grip is modified to manipulate this platform. While I enjoy revolvers my primary defensive platform are semi-autos. Hope you'll check out some of the the vids on the channel.
Guns, Gear & On Target Training, LLC very good. In that case you made it look smooth. Keep on keepin on
your gripping techniques are improper
Sorry dad.
It's okay son, just grip the gun properly next time.
Sorry dad. I'll try next time you take me to the range, dad.
Ok son
Peter Schiotis no it isn't. You cant put your thumb right next to a revolver wheel as you shoot, or you'll fuck up your fingers.
what happed with the first double action shots when one didnt go off? I noticed you edited that part. that has happened to me with perfecta ammo ie cheapest you can buy.
wheelie time it was either a light primer strike or a bad primer by the look of it. what he did was dangerous however as there was a risk of a hang fire.
wheelie time ooo
what happed with the first double action shots when one didnt go off? I noticed you edited that part. that has happened to me with perfecta ammo ie cheapest you can buy.
I think he tried too reset it like a semi auto that happens too me when I haven’t shot a revolvers in a while