S&W 686 6 Plus w/ 2 5 Inch Barrel: Polished and New Stocks

[@chromemondo]

Very nice piece my man. Looking for one right now. Thanks for the video, 3yrs later but thanks

[@mr2275cur]

Thank you. I hope you the one you're looking for. "...better late than never" - right?

[@francisgarner1751]

Brother I bought mine for Christmas 2022 686-6 3INCH barrel black and silver wood grips Talo edition unfluted cylinder Sweet 👍🏿🎯👍🏿😊

[@michaelshort4735]

I tip my hat to you sir! You do a great job on all the videos on your channel! Thank you for all the wisdom, and knowledge.

[@mr2275cur]

Thank you kindly Sir.

[@thomasosteen1788]

What a beautiful pistol. Thanks for sharing. Take care and God Bless

[@mr2275cur]

Thank you and you do the same...

[@kylewood8327]

Dope looking revolver! You can carry that puppy anywhere, anytime and not feel under gunned!

[@mr2275cur]

You're correct. One is neer under gunned with 7-shots of .357 magnums.

[@ericwashington4470]

Wow man great job on those grips, I have the same grips and I sent my 686 back to Smith & Wesson to have it polished. I bought it stainless steel and it looks just like yours and i found some grips made in China with the Smith logo for $80.00. I can't find the receipt to get the name of the company but they are very well put together and with a high luster finish and the S& W LOGO. And they handle great, I got them off of E-Bay.

[@mr2275cur]

Sounds great Mr. Washington. How mush does S&W charge for the polishing.?

[@ericwashington4470]

@@mr2275cur It cost me about $200.00 but that was before the pandemic, (about 3yrs) ago, it might have gone up by now. Contact S&W Performance Center /Gun Smithing Dept. They do a fantastic job and turn around time was excellent depending on how busy they are.

[@mr2275cur]

@@ericwashington4470 I will. Thanks. I may send them one.

[@ericwashington4470]

@@mr2275cur Okay great, trust me, you won't be disappointed. Enjoy!!!

[@isaacarzaga]

I didn’t have any luck with gungrip. I received set of walnut stocks and the fit was terrible on the left panel. Returned the and asked for a set of goncalo alves and those did not fit well either, the back strap was not fully covered by the panels. I suggest paying more for original s&w stocks

[@mr2275cur]

That's unfortunate. Mine fit fine. You definitely can't go wrong with the S&W originals. But you can and sometimes will run into similar issues with them also. I have on a few occasions. just be prepared if you do.

[@jenschrisman517]

That revolver is so beautiful

[@mr2275cur]

Thank you. I think so too.

[@WheelgunsOnWheels]

Great final product. This one looks like it belongs now!

[@mr2275cur]

Yeah, the polishing and stocks made a big difference. thanks.

[@hamsolo9722]

That thing is beautiful my man!

[@mr2275cur]

Thanks Mr. Solo...

[@richardayala4356]

Nice job on the revolver! Because of the weight, that would be a winter carry, outside the waistband for me! Beautiful revolver!

[@mr2275cur]

Thank you Mr. Ayala. Same for me, if I carried it.

[@alterego6935]

Your collection is amazing, thank you for sharing it with us!

[@mr2275cur]

thank you Mr. Terego.

[@stevelewis1721]

I have this same model and barrel length. Great weapon. You have a splendid collection. I hope you enjoy firing them as well. Thanks and take care.

[@mr2275cur]

Thank you Sir. It is a great gun. I love shooting revolvers. I wish ammo availability and prices will improve soon so I can get back to shooting more regularly.

[@mrj10101]

All I can say is wow that looks great , huge difference from when you purchased it Really like the grips

[@mr2275cur]

Thank you...

[@edwardcreel4571]

Looks really nice ,you did a very good job love the grips

[@mr2275cur]

Thank you sir.

[@lj.7311]

Great video sir. Wood makes every gun look better, especially revolvers.

[@mr2275cur]

Thank you L J. I couldn't agree more.

[@francisgarner1751]

MR.BIG I DONOT REMEMBER IF I GOT BACK TO YOU MY GRIPS CAME WALNUT. SWEET BROTHER SWEET THANKS. KEEP GIVING GOOD INFORMATION 👍🏿✊🏾👍🏿

[@edwardcreel4571]

A snub nose revolver with that shine and those grips and the job you did well it just don’t look better than this is as good as it gets !!!!!

[@mr2275cur]

Thanks man...

[@stevepoe3667]

Great job that's a nice revolver I really like the grips to the gun and grips complement each other well done man

[@mr2275cur]

Thank you Mr. Poe...

[@Plus_P_Plus]

Nice piece

[@mr2275cur]

Thank you Sir.

[@justinlove4831]

You have some of the nicest smiths

[@mr2275cur]

Thank you Brotha Love. I been working on them for a while.....

[@RkyMtnHiker]

Very good looking gun. Thanks for the video.

[@Junior-fd8ux]

You just sold me on these stocks. I finally am getting some serious time in with my no dash 686 4”. The original grips definitely left something to be desired but the price tag on a NOS combat grips are crazy so if your saying there are hat that nice they must be. That original grip just won’t allow a solid purchase that’s to abrupt where my pinky and ring finger ride on it. Looking forward to getting these on there I think it will make it my favorite thing to bring to the range.

[@mr2275cur]

These combat stocks are really nice. They feel and look just like the S&W originals. I like t he finger grooves a bit more on these because they cut the middle groove longer and with more tamper. so it feels better in the hand. Their wood species have excellent figure too, and the stocks are beautifully made, and very high quality.

[@tigerstyle724]

That’s a gorgeous firearm. I just got one yesterday with a 3inch barrel. I’m looking for wood grips for it, that’s how I came across your video.

[@mr2275cur]

Congratulations. If you don't mind ponying-up a couple $100 dollars, try a pair of these from NC Ordinance @ Gungrips.com. They're beautiful, and they look and feel identical S&W originals.

[@sfbroome]

Another beauty for your fine collection. Mine is a 3" but I would love a 2.5" to go with my 2.5" 66.

[@mr2275cur]

Thank you Sir. GET IT...! Life is too short to not have what you want if you can afford to have it...

[@bryanmartin2271]

You gots the goods and knew years ago that your money was well spent on these stainless steel pieces of art my man I had a model 60 and after my neighbor s son I passed away he just have to get it back because Michael didn't leave much I like 4 screw pre 36 and maybe a 37 airweight but I want a 60 back for shots n giggles I'm going to try to catch you on the refinishing of the real wood stocks my son has a guy through online that does a wonderful job and you can't be to careful with the old stocks but I can practice on sum aftermarket grips we live your videos Big so keep um coming and happy hunting SSRevolvers bruh

[@mr2275cur]

Thank you Brother. I hope get you another 60.

[@douglasakers2443]

Beautiful! Thanks for sharing.

[@mr2275cur]

Thank you.

[@jeffdowler9130]

That reminds me of the gun that Sondra Locke used in the movie Sudden Impact. Great weapon for getting the jump on the bad or when the bad gets the jump on you.

[@mr2275cur]

Yeah, I think she used a model 60.. I do like the movie too...

[@jeffdowler9130]

@@mr2275cur A man bother, and I liked the way she used it, and that look on her face an what she said to those thugs before she pulled back the trigger.

[@mr2275cur]

@@jeffdowler9130 Yeah...! Cold and Hardcore. Great acting.

[@repetitivemotion]

Swoll that revolver looks beautiful I have to get some mothers and start rubbing my 686

[@mr2275cur]

Thank you and you should do that. BTW, when you decide to polish it, your KZbin handle best describes exactly what you'll be doing. LOL...

[@repetitivemotion]

@@mr2275cur 😂

[@heavydutyreviews1303]

Another awesome video!

[@mr2275cur]

Thanks HDR...

[@whiteybaxter]

very nice weapon I like it

[@mr2275cur]

Thank you Mr. Medow.

[@larkinoo]

I have the same affliction as you Big Swoll. I am a sucker for S&W revolvers too. However almost all of my S&Ws wear Hogue finger groove, plain, no checkering wood grips in Cocobolo. I am partial to it but I have always loved Goncalo Alves as well. And by the way the grips you have on that 2.5 inch are stunningly beautiful ! I might just have to try some stocks from that company. By the way, do you do any shooting vids with any of those " purty " guns ? Signed, Doug.

[@mr2275cur]

Thanks Doug. I do not do shooting videos or at least have not yet. I'm not sure if I will or not. But, I do shoot them regularly.

[@Poipubeachboy6584]

Excellent job man

[@PatriotSteve]

nice looking gun

[@mr2275cur]

Thank you...

[@THEBLACKGUNSMITHSW]

I just ordered five more Altamont grips for my 686 Plus

[@whiteybaxter]

great video

[@mr2275cur]

Thank you.

[@francisgarner1751]

Good night it's Wednesday June 21st Brother I've ordered mine for the same 686-6 3INCH. How long did it take for yours to come four days now. Thanks

[@mr2275cur]

They too about a week. They were well worth the wait.

[@rmax2]

Nice bud! 😊

[@mr2275cur]

Thank you Sir.

[@THEBLACKGUNSMITHSW]

Like those grips my dude🤓👍🏿💙

[@mr2275cur]

Me too BGS.. I decide to give that company a try, and boy am I impressed. Take care man and stay safe and healthy...

[@RBG-tr9ce]

What’s your favorite carry gun? You did an excellent job on this one. I like Simichrome polish.

[@mr2275cur]

Thank you. My favorite carry gun is my FNH FNS-9. It's the same size as the Glock 19, but with much better ergonomics and sights. Highly reliable and accurate,

[@kickit59]

Hello you mentioned that you sand your stainless prior to polishing? I have polished with Mothers polish my brand new 686-6 it is a 3" with the wooden finger grip grips and it is bright & shiny but has hazing. Since it is a brand new gun I was nervous about polishing it but I was not satisfied with the look so what the heck! Is it possible to polish out the hazing without sanding? If I do sand what grit & kind of paper should I use. Also won't it wear through the coating of the gun? Any help & advice would be appreciated!

[@mr2275cur]

Yes Sir, I usually wet sand my guns before polishing. All of my revolvers were used when I bought them. So i sand them primarily to remove scratches and wear mark, and to even out the finish. Plus, the wet sanding cuts down on polishing time. However, I believe the haze is coming from the very fine finishing marks created as S&W's brushed finish. If you're apprehensive about sanding you brand new gun, don't. You can continue to polish the gun, and it will reduce the marks enough to clear most of the haze away. But I've used 2000, 2500 and 3000 grit wet sanding before polishing to create a clearer, brighter finish, with no haze. You can use 4000, 5000 and 7000 grit for a more mirrored finish if you like. Just use good high quality paper and keep it wet; stay away from the cheap sand paper. And 686's are all SS; there is no coating to wear through. You're not going to hurt the gun doing any of this by and if you go slow and use good judgement. Sand paper grits of 1500 and higher are for polishing and finishing.

[@kickit59]

@@mr2275cur Thank you Sir! I appreciate the information! My biggest worry was wearing through the finish. Last night I spent a few hours hand polishing and it looks pretty good though a little hazing is still left. Since it's a new gun I think I will continue with the hand polish until I get it just a little bit better. My gun came with the factory wood Smith & Wesson finger groove grips. I waxed them multiple times with the old Hoppes wax cloth until it really brought out the full character of the wood. Anyhow the gun looks a lot nicer now but I will take another shot at polishing the stainless to really make this 686 pop! Thanks again for the outstanding information.

[@mr2275cur]

@@kickit59 Man you are quite welcome. I'm glad you didn't give up on it. hand polishing takes time, but saves you some money and will yield great results if given the right amount of time and effort. You should post a short video or even some stills of it. I'd like to see it. And good deal on waxing the stocks too. Those always need a little attention.

[@juanaquino3076]

💯💪🏻

[@marklucca3044]

I'm telling you, It's Denzel Washington. I mean as a compliment.

[@mr2275cur]

Thanks. I wish. LOL...

[@ggtjr4]

Whenever my feed gives me a Big Swoll58, I have to click

[@mr2275cur]

Thank you Sir.

[@vernonsmith9200]

Looks great Big Swoll58. Do you recall the model number of the grips from N.C. Ordnance? I'd like to order the same set. Thanks for the videos!

[@mr2275cur]

Yes Sir Mr. Smith. They GAC42RM-#. All of their stocks are unique sets; not stock photos. You actually pick the exact pair that you purchase. Great company and very friendly people. gungrip.com/smith-and-wesson-k-and-l-frame-grips-round-butt-5.aspx

[@heavydutyreviews1303]

Big swoll58 you should do a revolver shooting video! Beautiful 686 plus btw

[@mr2275cur]

Yeah I want to, but my local range only allows use of manned cameras. I'll need someone to video while I shoot.

[@heavydutyreviews1303]

@@mr2275cur yeah, all I have is a cell phone. I just need to stop being cheap and get a gopro camera lol. I'm joining a gun club Saturday so I can shoot more shooting videos lol

[@mr2275cur]

@@heavydutyreviews1303 Great. look forward to seeing the vids. A cell is good enough for recording videos. I use an Apple IPhone 6.

[@heavydutyreviews1303]

@@mr2275cur you must have it on a cell phone holder or something lol! I'm usually fumbling around with one hand and handling whatever I'm filming with the other. What's your secret?

[@mr2275cur]

@@heavydutyreviews1303 No caffeine...! Just kidding. Yes i use a radial-arm rotating holder attached to the table or counter-top. It works great and very inexpensive too.

[@19Raven66]

May I ask what exact model number were the grips

[@mr2275cur]

GAC42RM-(#) from www.gungrip.com

[@nerradnosnhoj5122]

What type of polish do you use for stainless firearms

[@mr2275cur]

I used Mothers Mag and Aluminum, Flitz or Blue Coral Metal Polish.

[@nerradnosnhoj5122]

@@mr2275cur Thank you for the reply, Mothers looks like it does a great job , I like the stainless look, Blued revolvers are nice as well.. A question, I have not seen any new videos , maybe I am missing , I had to re- subscribe , We hope all is going well for you all there.

[@mr2275cur]

@@nerradnosnhoj5122 All is going well. I just have kind of redirected my energy to other stuff for right now. I'll be doing a few here and there, but not like before. Thank you for watching and subbing.

[@nerradnosnhoj5122]

@@mr2275cur Good to hear , look forward to new videos

[@turk5832]

I have this gun wit hoague rubber grips....the wood grips are really nice....where can I order them??

[@mr2275cur]

I bought these f rom N C Ordinance @ gungrip.com/...

[@turk5832]

@@mr2275cur thank you so, so much!!! I'll check into it! B

[@redesert_boy8202]

Very fine example of Smith and Wesson revolver firearm perfection. Just picked up my new 686 Plus 2.5 inch Performance Center and went to the range and it shot 125 gr to 180 gr well in Magnum. Very accurate however different grips/stocks are in order like you have there. However will never get to have that polished finish like you have there since it is matte. Realize I still miss the more traditional stainless and barrel designs and even enjoy the blued ones as well. I will have to check out N.C. Ordinance and Gungrip.com. Thanks Mr. Big Swoll58.

[@mr2275cur]

Glad you got it. I need to go th range too. I haven't ben in a while. Combat grips definitely make for a much better shooting experience IMHO.

[@dwightdaniel2366]

Was the 686-6 a plus with the 7 round Cylinder

[@mr2275cur]

Yes.

[@davewilson3893]

Thx for the gun porn my friend, your my go to gun guy for revolvers!

[@mr2275cur]

Thank you Mr. Wilson.

[@ziadshamma5022]

What is the process ? How did you do it?

[@mr2275cur]

I polished the gun with Mother's Mag and Aluminum Polish. The stocks were refinished with Tru-Oil.

[@wizardofahhhs759]

Those grips look slick, do they make checkered ones like these?

[@mr2275cur]

Probably not, but you can check the website @ www.gungrips.com. The finger grooves actually provide a good secure grip. I like them a lot.

[@dickeymoore3662]

Dude how much does one of these worth today a 686-4 in a 6 shot 2 1/2" barrel?Thanks Im thinking of buying one

[@mr2275cur]

LOL... Probably one kidney and several hundred dollars. Prices are elevated now, so It's hard to say. A 686-4 will be used a gun, so it's basically up to the seller and market conditions. But I'd say about $1100 -$1500 depending on condition, stocks and accompaniments.

[@dickeymoore3662]

@@mr2275cur Ok Thanks

[@specialforces99]

Would you mind providing the model number of these grips!? Thanks

[@mr2275cur]

Mr. Tyler, Gungrips.com model is GAC42RM-##. Each pair of stocks has its own unique model number. You the buyer get to actually pick the exact set of stocks you desire to purchase.

[@specialforces99]

@@mr2275cur thank you kindly!!

[@BIGDADDYMACH5]

Nice video!!! I’m getting ready to get a 686. How much did you pay for yours ?

[@mr2275cur]

Thank you Mr. Hopkins. I paid less than $600 for tis one.

[@BIGDADDYMACH5]

@@mr2275cur what!!!! This guy trying to charge me $1395 with ballistics report box and manual original walnut grips.

[@BIGDADDYMACH5]

@@mr2275cur I’m in Houston

[@BIGDADDYMACH5]

@@mr2275cur I’m still gonna get it

[@mr2275cur]

@@BIGDADDYMACH5 Hopefully not for a 686-6? Mr Hopkins, I said I wouldn't offer my opinion on pricing deals, but that's a bit HIGH for a -6.

[@BIGDADDYMACH5]

Nice!!!!

[@blksheepdogtonyg.6453]

Love the grips 👀👍... how's the recoil?

[@mr2275cur]

Thanks BLK. I think they're beautiful too. Recoil is fine,. It's just what I expected. Even with a 2 1/2" barrel, the gun is still heavy enough to absorb enough recoil for comfortable .357 magnum shooting.

[@dwightdaniel2366]

I have the 686-6 and it only has 6 rounds on it

[@mr2275cur]

Yes Sir. Not all 686's are plus models. Or do you mean you've only fired it 6 times?

[@billl1451]

will it shoot a 38

[@ziadshamma5022]

I have the same but 3 inches

[@mr2275cur]

Nice. I want a 3 inch one too.

[@victorribero8690]

Hermoso

[@ChiefX07]

What state you live in fam?

[@danheino7006]

chrome won't get you home and a shiny gun won't protect you if you can't shoot it well.

[@mr2275cur]

Any kind will get home if you can shoot it properly. Finish won't save or slay.

[@danheino7006]

@@mr2275cur chrome won't get you home is a saying bikers use aout fancy bikes

[@mr2275cur]

@@danheino7006 Ooops..! Sorry Mr. Heino, I'm a little slow on the biker lingo. The last bike I rode was an old Kawasaki 350 back in the 70's. Thanks for the education though...

[@danheino7006]

@@mr2275cur absolutely nothing to be sorry about.As far as revolvers/pistols I want mine black not shiny.Nothing to gain by everyone being able to see it.Black or blued with Hornady Critical Defense FTX is what blows my dress up. Stay Healthy.

[@mr2275cur]

@@danheino7006 Thank you and you too Buddy. BTW, I agree with you; I'd prefer not to carry this for home or personal defense.

[@harvey604journeyman8]

Enjoy your video's, I did take your suggestion and checked out GUNGRIP.COM only to find that they will not sell or ship internationally (Canada) a vast variety of the wood grips due to availability. I was looking for something replace my walnut grips on my Colt Python. Have friends in N.C. maybe I can talk them into buying what I want and transporting for me the next time they visit.

[@mr2275cur]

I hope that works out for for you Sir.

[@goovitoo]

I'm getting 686-6 3inch barrel What's the differents between the 6+ 686 and 686-6? Mine has Stock wooden handels... How can you tell if gun is new or not?

[@mr2275cur]

The 686-6 is the current engineered version of the 686. The 686+ is a 7-shot variant of that gun. If your gun is a 7-shot 686 (686-plus) with wooden stocks, then it's probably a Deluxe or 3-5-7 variant. Which ever one it is, mechanically there're exactly the same. A new gun will be soldas a NEW gun. And a used gun will be sold as a USED gun. Plus a used gun will show signs of being used, especially if it's been shot.