Smith Wesson 686 Price Guide: What to Pay in 2025
Price Distribution
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 13 deals tracked from r/gundeals, here’s what the market looks like for the Smith Wesson 686 chambered in 357 Mag:
Price Breakdown
- Great deal: Under $671 — buy with confidence
- Good deal: $671–$751 — solid price, worth grabbing
- Average: $751–$830 — fair but nothing special
- Overpaying: Above $830 — wait for a better deal
Based on our Smith Wesson 686 price tracker — updated with every r/gundeals post.
Recent Smith Wesson 686 Deals from r/gundeals
- $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)
- $650 — [Handgun] S&W Model 686 .357 Plus Revolver - $650 from palmettostatearmory.com (22 upvotes)
- $1100 — [Revolver] Smith & Wesson 686 MOUNTAIN GUN - 357MAG - $1100 + Shipping, No tax outside of PA from birminghamhillarmory.com (41 upvotes)
View all Smith Wesson 686 deals and full price history →
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 $671 is a strong buy. Don’t pay above $830 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.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is a good price for a Smith & Wesson 686?
Anything below $638 is a great deal — that level shows up infrequently and sells out quickly on r/gundeals. $638–$714 is a solid deal worth grabbing. Above $826, you are paying above the tracked average and should wait for a real drop.
How much does a Smith & Wesson 686 usually cost?
Across tracked r/gundeals deals, the Smith & Wesson 686 averages around $751, with verified deals ranging from below $638 on the low end to above $826 on the high end. Retail (non-deal) pricing typically sits at or above $826.
Should I buy a Smith & Wesson 686 now or wait?
Check the current price against $638 (great), $714 (good), $751 (average). If the price you are seeing is below $714, 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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