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Lot #3459

Lot 3458: U.S. Customs Smith & Wesson Model 686 Revolver

Scarce U.S. Customs Smith & Wesson Model 686 CS-1 Double Action Revolver with Rare 3 Inch Barrel

Auction Location: Rock Island, IL

Auction Date: May 21, 2023

Lot 3458: U.S. Customs Smith & Wesson Model 686 Revolver

Scarce U.S. Customs Smith & Wesson Model 686 CS-1 Double Action Revolver with Rare 3 Inch Barrel

Auction Location: Rock Island, IL

Auction Date: May 21, 2023

Estimated Price: $2,750 - $4,250
Price Realized:
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Scarce U.S. Customs Smith & Wesson Model 686 CS-1 Double Action Revolver with Rare 3 Inch Barrel

Manufacturer: Smith & Wesson
Model: 686
Type: Revolver
Gauge: 357 magnum
Barrel: 3 inch solid rib
Finish: matte stainless
Grip: rubber
Stock:
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Item Interest: Active
Serial Number:
Catalog Page: 267
Class: Modern Handgun
Description:

Manufactured between 1986 and 1988. This is an example of a U.S. Customs Service Model 686 revolver. These revolvers are set apart from the normal 686 by their special matte finish and "CS-1" marking on the inside of the frame. This example features the rare 3 inch barrel with pinned serrated blade front and adjustable rear sights, which according to the included copy of a Smith & Wesson factory letter for a different U.S. Customs S&W Model 686 revolver, only saw 3281 units produced. Many of these revolvers were sold through commercial means once Customs retired them. The CS-1 Model 686 revolvers were built to the exacting specification of the U.S. Customs armorers in Glynco, Georgia to create a supremely accurate and dependable service revolver which would stand up to the wear and tear of Customs duty. The specification of these desirable revolvers was altered slightly when Smith & Wesson told Customs that the frame to forcing cone gap was too narrow and the revolver would not function properly. The Model 686 revolver served U.S. Customs for only a short period of time being phased out during 1988-89 in favor of more modern semi-automatic pistols, causing only a small number of revolvers to be manufactured. Includes original S&W box serial numbered to the gun.

Rating Definition:

Very fine with scattered handling marks, a cylinder drag line, some holster type wear at the muzzle and cylinder flash marks. Mechanically excellent. Box is very good. This is your opportunity to add one of these scarcely seen Customs revolvers to your collection!



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