Anybody like/dislike the 586?
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25 years of use and still shooting like a razor.
I was one of the very first to buy one in holland.
To be honest, I only use mild to moderate handloads. It is absolutely fabulous on the shells. The first (federal) shells started to give after at least 50 times reloading. The only thing I disliked from the begining were it's grips. to small for my big paws. (normal square frame, not like yours)
I allready owned a Sauer & sohn DA .22lr/.22magnum (copy of S&W .22 masterpiece K frame) with the perfect grips. Got an extra set, put it on the S&W, fits like a glove, shoots like hell.
I also must admit to some serious gun abuse.
Last time I cleaned it must be at least years ago, I am still waiting for the first misfire. I only use self cast RCBS SWC's although Lee's SWC were better, until the mould died on me.
Good choice, never get rid of it, it will last you a lifetime probably even without proper care.
I was one of the very first to buy one in holland.
To be honest, I only use mild to moderate handloads. It is absolutely fabulous on the shells. The first (federal) shells started to give after at least 50 times reloading. The only thing I disliked from the begining were it's grips. to small for my big paws. (normal square frame, not like yours)
I allready owned a Sauer & sohn DA .22lr/.22magnum (copy of S&W .22 masterpiece K frame) with the perfect grips. Got an extra set, put it on the S&W, fits like a glove, shoots like hell.
I also must admit to some serious gun abuse.
Last time I cleaned it must be at least years ago, I am still waiting for the first misfire. I only use self cast RCBS SWC's although Lee's SWC were better, until the mould died on me.
Good choice, never get rid of it, it will last you a lifetime probably even without proper care.
Camaroman_99
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I too love blued Smiths.. Would trade my 686 for one. Very nice 586's guys!z(Norm- wanna sell)
I have an early model 586 with a 6" barrel in Nickel. Still looks new after thousands and thousands of rounds and is an absolute tack driver.
The original untuned action is smooth as silk, the lock-up is tight, and the action is crisp with an excellent SA/DA trigger pull.
You can pay more, but the 586 (no longer made, but easy to find used) has got to be one of the all time most versatile, durable, and affordable .357's ever made.
I have owned many .357's, this is the only one I still own.
The original untuned action is smooth as silk, the lock-up is tight, and the action is crisp with an excellent SA/DA trigger pull.
You can pay more, but the 586 (no longer made, but easy to find used) has got to be one of the all time most versatile, durable, and affordable .357's ever made.
I have owned many .357's, this is the only one I still own.
Picked up a 6" 586 no dash back in November. It had the original factory target grips on it. It was priced at $300.00, but I traded a 22 rifle and got it for $225.00. Sent it to the factory for the modification (bushing and hammer) the day after Thanksgiving and had it back in a week.
It's an excellent shooter. It's finish is beautiful and it has a sweet action. An action that hasn't been tuned I might add. They are very easy to find right now, but if the market for S&W wheelies keeps on it's path folks will start to scarf up the older L frames as well. Just like the way the Model 15's and 28's are being grabbed now.
It's an excellent shooter. It's finish is beautiful and it has a sweet action. An action that hasn't been tuned I might add. They are very easy to find right now, but if the market for S&W wheelies keeps on it's path folks will start to scarf up the older L frames as well. Just like the way the Model 15's and 28's are being grabbed now.
I have a 586-4, 6" blued, that is just great!! I have other Smith's, but this is the one I take to the range on a regular basis. It's also a model that I just don't see for sale that often... not nearly as often as 686's. I, for one, would not trade mine for a 686. The blueing just looks 'right' to me!
About a month ago I bought a 586 no dash off of Auction Arms with the box, paperwork and accessories in unfired condition. Its got the target grips, hammer and trigger, blued like the day it came from S&W. Along with the Model 27-2, 686 and others, they are classic guns the likes of which will never be made again I'm afraid. Enjoy it and good shooting....