S&W 686 Plus and the MD Handgun Roster

beretta_maven · Feb 12, 2016

I looked all through the S&W listings on the Maryland Handgun Roster and couldn't find the 686 Plus .357 listed - there are several 686 models listed, but not the Plus model. For those who don't know, the 686 Plus holds 7 rounds where the straight 686 holds 6 rounds. Am I missing something?

Balzer94 · Feb 12, 2016

Im not sure. My dad has one. I bought a s&w 327 trr8. My store didnt see trr8 but the gun said 327 on it so we were golden

fidelity · Feb 12, 2016

beretta_maven said:
I looked all through the S&W listings on the Maryland Handgun Roster and couldn't find the 686 Plus .357 listed - there are several 686 models listed, but not the Plus model. For those who don't know, the 686 Plus holds 7 rounds where the straight 686 holds 6 rounds. Am I missing something?

I'm surprised, and if I was on my laptop, would double check using a two year old PDF copy of the roster that I have before they went to their online searchable database. I bought one (686+, 3-inch barrel) in 2012 in MD, and then transferred to my wife through a MD troopers barracks in 2013. No issues either time of course. 686+ models are available for sale at many local gun stores in MD as well.

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balext · Feb 12, 2016

I have one and bought it years ago. I see them in stores all the time also.

HordesOfKailas · Feb 12, 2016

Take a look again. I'm pretty sure it's there. I bought a S&W 686+ last December. They're definitely legal.

beretta_maven · Feb 12, 2016

fidelity said:
I'm surprised, and if I was on my laptop, would double check using a two year old PDF copy of the roster that I have before they went to their online searchable database. I bought one (686+, 3-inch barrel) in 2012 in MD, and then transferred to my wife through a MD troopers barracks in 2013. No issues either time of course. 686+ models are available for sale at many local gun stores in MD as well.

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Yes, the "new" handgun roster search function sucks. I also want the 3" model, and I was going to purchase it from Bud's, but if the exact model is not listed, Bud's won't send the gun - had this issue a couple of years ago when I was trying to purchase a Rock Island Armory Tactical Compact 1911 in 9mm, and Bud's wouldn't ship because none of the RIA 1911 Compact listings had the word "Tactical" in it.

The roster lists the following S&W 686 models:

686, 686 Carry Comp .38 SPL (not Plus or .357)
686, 686 Carry Comp .357 Mag (not Plus)
686 Mag Comp .357 Mag. (not Plus)
686 Competitor, Hunter .357 Mag. (not Plus)
and then there is this:
Dist Comb Mag + 686 .357 Mag. (is this the Plus?)
Performance Center 686-7 .38 Sup. (not Plus by name, or .357)

The roster is terribly confusing the way they list the different handgun models...

HordesOfKailas · Feb 12, 2016

I believe beretta_maven found it. My 686+ model was called the Distinguished Combat version.

thomfantomas · Feb 12, 2016

beretta_maven said:
Yes, the "new" handgun roster search function sucks. I also want the 3" model, and I was going to purchase it from Bud's, but if the exact model is not listed, Bud's won't send the gun - had this issue a couple of years ago when I was trying to purchase a Rock Island Armory Tactical Compact 1911 in 9mm, and Bud's wouldn't ship because none of the RIA 1911 Compact listings had the word "Tactical" in it.

The roster lists the following S&W 686 models:

686, 686 Carry Comp .38 SPL (not Plus or .357)
686, 686 Carry Comp .357 Mag (not Plus)
686 Mag Comp .357 Mag. (not Plus)
686 Competitor, Hunter .357 Mag. (not Plus)
and then there is this:
Dist Comb Mag + 686 .357 Mag. (is this the Plus?)
Performance Center 686-7 .38 Sup. (not Plus by named, or .357)

The roster is terribly confusing the way they list the different handgun models...

handgun roster is complete ********...the way i look at it if it's listed as a semi automatic pistol any manufacturer or model should be eligible for purchase period.....i had this issue recently with a certain model that isnt listed...to go through the burden of processing a petition plus the $$$ is a waste of time and a complete infringement

beretta_maven · Feb 12, 2016

thomfantomas said:
handgun roster is complete ********...the way i look at it if it's listed as a semi automatic pistol any manufacturer or model should be eligible for purchase period.....i had this issue recently with a certain model that isnt listed...to go through the burden of processing a petition plus the $$$ is a waste of time and a complete infringement

Oh, I couldn't agree more!

thomfantomas · Feb 12, 2016

beretta_maven said:
Oh, I couldn't agree more!

not to mention the storage fees ugh :sad20:

AJRB · Feb 12, 2016

I got my 686+ 3 inch from Engage Armament in MD not too long ago, so whatever is on the roster does the trick.

Excellent choice btw enjoy!!

INMY01TA · Feb 12, 2016

It must be cause I bought one a year ago.

fidelity · Feb 12, 2016

beretta_maven said:
...
and then there is this:
Dist Comb Mag + 686 .357 Mag. (is this the Plus?)
Performance Center 686-7 .38 Sup. (not Plus by name, or .357)

The roster is terribly confusing the way they list the different handgun models...

I bet they have made transcription errors moving the information to the online database.

If you're ordering online (I know you spend time out of state), I find that Grabagun usually beats Buds prices, and is much less uptight in shipping to MD.

Remembering some of your other preferences in pistols, have you considered the Model 60 with a 3-inch barrel? Granted it only takes 5 shots in the cylinder, and one will feel the 357 recoil more acutely in the lighter framed revolver, but the size is really appealing. The 3-inch barrel also allows the 357 round to get some juice (where shorter barrels really diminish the benefit of the cartridge). I find the 686 3-inch Talo to be a bit clunky as a possible carry gun, but the slim and light Model 60 would be a cinch.

Check out this price ...

https://www.slickguns.com/product/smith-wesson-model-60-357-mag-3-5-rd-stainless-58799?mobile=true

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Jim12 · Feb 13, 2016

thomfantomas said:
handgun roster is complete ********...the way i look at it if it's listed as a semi automatic pistol any manufacturer or model should be eligible for purchase period.....i had this issue recently with a certain model that isnt listed...to go through the burden of processing a petition plus the $$$ is a waste of time and a complete infringement

Glancing through this thread, was thinking the same thing then saw your post. So, I'll only add this: +1

Rack&Roll · Feb 13, 2016

The Handgun Roster is Commie infringement from Bolshevik MD Democrats.

The Soviet Union fell decades ago. Time for the HRB to go.

Jim12 · Feb 13, 2016

Rack&Roll said:
The Handgun Roster is Commie infringement from Bolshevik MD Democrats.

The Soviet Union fell decades ago. Time for the HRB to go.

Are any of our people sponsoring a bill? What's the cutoff date? It could save $$, still politically popular to save $.

beretta_maven · Feb 13, 2016

fidelity said:
I bet they have made transcription errors moving the information to the online database.

If you're ordering online (I know you spend time out of state), I find that Grabagun usually beats Buds prices, and is much less uptight in shipping to MD.

Remembering some of your other preferences in pistols, have you considered the Model 60 with a 3-inch barrel? Granted it only takes 5 shots in the cylinder, and one will feel the 357 recoil more acutely in the lighter framed revolver, but the size is really appealing. The 3-inch barrel also allows the 357 round to get some juice (where shorter barrels really diminish the benefit of the cartridge). I find the 686 3-inch Talo to be a bit clunky as a possible carry gun, but the slim and light Model 60 would be a cinch.

Check out this price ...

https://www.slickguns.com/product/smith-wesson-model-60-357-mag-3-5-rd-stainless-58799?mobile=true

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Thanks Fidelity...I currently do own a Model 60 in a 4" barrel (just picked it up a few weeks ago) and you are right - I really love it and the weight and balance are perfect. Also have a Ruger SP101 in a 2.5" barrel - I wanted the 686 3" to first, round out my revolver collection, but also to have a .357 with a 7 round capacity. The only time I think I would carry the 686 would be if I was camping or hiking in the boonies. I'm more into semi-autos and feel it is good to have a few good revolvers in my collection, but 4" barrels are my limit

Oh, and I did go ahead and purchase the 686 last night, on-line. Can't wait to actually see it - I have handled the Ruger GP100 3" before, so I'm expecting many similarities.

Magnumite · Feb 13, 2016

thomfantomas said:
not to mention the storage fees ugh

Storage fees? Charged by who?

fidelity · Feb 13, 2016

beretta_maven said:
Thanks Fidelity...I currently do own a Model 60 in a 4" barrel (just picked it up a few weeks ago) and you are right - I really love it and the weight and balance are perfect. Also have a Ruger SP101 in a 2.5" barrel - I wanted the 686 3" to first, round out my revolver collection, but also to have a .357 with a 7 round capacity. The only time I think I would carry the 686 would be if I was camping or hiking in the boonies. I'm more into semi-autos and feel it is good to have a few good revolvers in my collection, but 4" barrels are my limit

Oh, and I did go ahead and purchase the 686 last night, on-line. Can't wait to actually see it - I have handled the Ruger GP100 3" before, so I'm expecting many similarities.

Congrats on the new purchase! Great option for a backwoods camping gun.

I just got another K frame to pick up in a week, but more of a fun range gun, a 617 with 10rd capacity (22LR) and 4-inch barrel. The one that I tried at my local gun store has the sweetest trigger so couldn't resist.

http://www.thetruthaboutguns.com/2012/06/steven-visser/gun-review-smith-wesson-model-617-22lr/

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Trepang · Feb 14, 2016

Two months ago I bought a S&W 686 Plus from Maryland Small Arms Range.

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