Smith & Wesson 686 Price: Lowest Tracked $646 (Apr 2025) · Price History & Alerts
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Price Distribution
The most recent Smith & Wesson 686 deal tracked on r/gundeals was $780 on Jun 13, 2026; no newer one has been posted. The lowest price ever tracked is $646, from Apr 29, 2025. Across 15 new Smith & Wesson 686 deals tracked between 2025-04-18 and 2026-06-13, the average was $753 (range $646–$1100).
Looking for the best price on a Smith & Wesson 686? We track every deal posted to r/gundeals so you know exactly what a good price looks like — and when to buy.
What Should You Pay for a Smith & Wesson 686?
Based on 15 new deals tracked from r/gundeals, here’s what the market looks like for the Smith & Wesson 686:
These numbers describe new Smith & Wesson 686 deals. Prices for other conditions are tracked separately and are not averaged in.
Price Breakdown
- Great deal: At or below $650 — buy with confidence
- Good deal: $650 — solid price, worth grabbing
- Average: $650–$780 — fair but nothing special
- Overpaying: Above $780 — wait for a better deal
Based on our Smith & Wesson 686 price tracker — updated with every r/gundeals post.
Recent Smith & Wesson 686 New Deals from r/gundeals
- $779 — [Handgun] Smith & Wesson 686 Plus “7, $779.99 from palmettostatearmory.com (61 upvotes)
- $749 — [handgun] $749 email price Smith & Wesson 686 Pro 357 Magnum 4" barrel Wood grips from guns.bridgeportequip.com (53 upvotes)
- $669 — SMITH & WESSON MODEL 686 .357 MAGNUM/.38 SPECIAL +P STAINLESS STEEL REVOLVER 164224 - $669.99 from palmettostatearmory.com (1 upvotes)
- $649 — [Handgun] Smith & Wesson Model 686 .357 Magnum/.38 Special +P Stainless Steel Revolver - $649.99 from palmettostatearmory.com (36 upvotes)
- $699 — [Pistol] Smith & Wesson Model 686 .357 Magnum/.38 Special +P Stainless Steel Revolver 164224 $699. from palmettostatearmory.com (42 upvotes)
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How to Get the Best Smith & Wesson 686 Price
- Set up an alert. Add “Smith & Wesson 686” as a keyword in your alert preferences and we’ll email you the moment a deal posts.
- Know your target price. Anything under $650 is a strong buy. Don’t pay above $780 unless you need it today.
- Check the price history. Our Smith & Wesson 686 product page shows every deal we’ve tracked with price trends over time.
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Smith & Wesson 686 Price Trend
Across 15 tracked Smith & Wesson 686 deals between 2025-04-18 and 2026-06-13, the median tracked price has held steady — the typical tracked price moved less than 3%%, so waiting has not been paying off. Earlier half: $670 median. Recent half: $685 median. Measured on r/gundeals deals only, not list prices.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is a good price for a Smith & Wesson 686?
For a new Smith & Wesson 686, anything at or below $650 is a great deal — that is the cheapest 10% of tracked deals, and it sells out quickly on r/gundeals. $650–$650 is a solid deal worth grabbing. Above $780, you are paying more than three quarters of tracked deals and should wait for a real drop.
How much does a Smith & Wesson 686 usually cost?
Across 15 tracked r/gundeals deals, a new Smith & Wesson 686 averages around $753, with verified deals ranging from below $650 on the low end to above $780 on the high end. Retail (non-deal) pricing typically sits at or above $780. Deals in other conditions are priced separately and are not averaged into this figure.
Should I buy a Smith & Wesson 686 now or wait?
Check the current price of the new Smith & Wesson 686 against $650 (great), $650 (good), $753 (average). If the price you are seeing is below $650, buy — these prices do not stay around. Otherwise set a free price alert and let the deal come to you.
Where can I see live Smith & Wesson 686 deals?
Live deals for the Smith & Wesson 686 from r/gundeals are tracked on our product page, sorted by price and recency, with each deal including dealer reputation and time-to-sellout data.
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