Colt Python vs. S&W 686+: Which to Pick?
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- čas přidán 22. 07. 2024
- A range comparison between the 2020 Colt Python and Smith & Wesson 686+ revolvers.
Comparison: 0:00-4:03
Accuracy: 4:03-7:37
On the Inside: 7:37-8:36
Parting Shots: 8:26-11:15 - Sport
I recommend the 3" S&W 686+ because it has a full length ejector rod.
I agree. I have one. Love it!😊
8:11 I've been sending my Smiths to TK Custom for full replacement of the MIM parts and they have came back with an action that is so smooth!
I’ve had a couple of new Pythons, and own a couple of 686+ revolvers. I sold the Pythons after a Colt rep told me they don’t sell parts, not even a sideplate screw(?!?). It’s probably just me, but I’m much more accurate with my 2.5”/4” 686+ revolvers.
Let's see. The Colt is $1500 msrp. The Smith is $1000 msrp. The Colt has 6 shots, the Smith has 7 shots. And the Smith is no wider than the Colt even with that 7th shot. The Colt has a serrated trigger, the Smith has a smooth face trigger (which I prefer). The Smith is also about 2 oz lighter. The Colt is better looking. But the Smith is, overall, the better revolver for the money. For the extra $500 for the Colt you don't really get anything much better than the Smith. Except one less round.
And more of a jewel… The fit/finish on the Pythons is far superior to any Smith I’ve handled
@manderson7173 that's about the only thing, if true, that would even remotely justify the 50% increase in price.
Yea you dont own one do you lol. Colt is better. That gun is so accurate and the da trigger is amazing!!!! It looks good too. I love smith too but i want both and have both.
@@justusbryant7366 can't afford one. Thought I had explained that already in the review...
@@LA_Commander i mean you got the 3 inch with that stupid grip. No wonder you think the smith is better
I edc CCW my 3" Python and couldn't be happier with it.
Excellent comparison! The Hillary hole is the deal breaker for me. Colt Python if I could afford one.
The extra round in the 686+ gives it the edge in my opinion. If a vented rib was all that important, a guy can get that with a Taurus.
You dummy.
686 is thee best combat revolver.
Thanks for sharing with us. Every Colt I was ever around eventually developed timing/jamming issues but those were older ones , I have no experience with these new Colts…. I’ve always had good luck with S&W
They redesigned the cylinder pawl so there won't be as much strain on the hand. The disadvantage is that the single action pull is heavier.
@@professorpewpuew Yeah so I heard.. the one advantage the Colt had was the light , smooth double and single action , but if they had to give some of that up for increased durability/reliability then so be it , seems a good trade off. Edit: still has the weird grip angle and inferior cylinder release imho
Both beautiful revolvers. I just never cared for the grip angle on the Colts. Uncomfortable to me.
Very Nice, I also have both of these excellent revolvers in 2.5" barrels only my 686 is not the plus only six rounds. These are both good choices either will serve well.
I'd like to get a six shot 686 before long. So many loader options.
I had owned both but always prefer the 586 plus. I have een partial to S&W revolvers for I think they have shorter trigger travel in double action which is ideal for repeat shots. Good presentation.
I'm biased towards the S&W 686+. Nothing wrong with the colt
It appears all the trigger pulls went bang.
Good job. I can't help myself, I'm just a .38 revolver kinda guy.
Did you have any problems with the Python’s rear sight? Others report the sight loses zero with use.
There is a tiny allen screw you loosen when you adjust the windage then re-tighten to keep the sight from moving.
The geniuses who complain about the rear sight have yet to figure this out.....
I have both and hate the round butt on my 686 plus. The cylinder release bites my thumb with heavy loads. I wish the Pythons cylinder was slightly longer. It limits bullet selection. You can now get an Elliason rear sight from Kensight for the new Pythons.
686+
They're both good, get both.
I chose the Python. I chose poorly.
Smith and Wesson all day long
686 every day of the week and twice on Sunday,
I will never buy a pistol with that ugly hole in it. I still buy Smith classics and old Smiths and love them. But, most new revolver purchases are Colts. They are excellent. But, for 357 magnum snubs, I mainly use a Rhino. It’s fantastic. Thanks for the video.
Carry both at the same time
good 357
The correct answer is to get both! 😁
My wallet 😢
@@professorpewpuew Yes indeed. But you can rest assured they will retain their value.
The correct answer is to get a 686+ and a 7-shot GP100...
It doesn’t have fixed sights…
New python are junk
How so?