What we found is the Smith & Wesson's 686 Plus, which cost around $849. Sources suggest that various 686 models similar to this, most of which were six shots, are anywhere from $550 to $900 used.
Smith & Wesson's 686 Plus is intended for recreational shooting, home protection, and handgun hunting. This gun presents well, which is why it remains so popular in Hollywood.
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