The Mdl 69 is a 5-shot L-frame .44 Magnum.The L-frame and X-frame are the only two modern S&W revolver frames I don't own. If they made the L-frame in any other cartridge but 357 Magnum I would probably own one.
An L-frame, with fixed sights (like a 681), 4-inch full under-lugged barrel, chambered in 10mm Auto is sort of a dream revolver of mine. But one I am not likely to ever realize.
The L-frame and X-frame are the only two modern S&W revolver frames I don't own. If they made the L-frame in any other cartridge but 357 Magnum I would probably own one.
An L-frame, with fixed sights (like a 681), 4-inch full under-lugged barrel, chambered in 10mm Auto is sort of a dream revolver of mine. But one I am not likely to ever realize.
I really do. I managed to talk a little friend out of his 6 inch 686 no dash.
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This completes my 686 collection
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The 4 and 6 inch are both no dash, the other 2 are dash 6’s
This completes my 686 collection
The L-frame and X-frame are the only two modern S&W revolver frames I don't own. If they made the L-frame in any other cartridge but 357 Magnum I would probably own one.
The Mdl 69 is a 5-shot L-frame .44 Magnum.
Give Gary Reeder a call.
I have a Model 29 for the 44 Mag. I really like the idea of a 10mm L-frame giving 6-shots, with 357 Mag power levels, while using shorter fatter cartridge on thicker more robust moonclips. The fixed sights would be icing on that cake.
Really worth it if you can find the patience.
Thanks for the suggestion. Not sure I have the money or patience to pay/wait for a Reeder custom.
I don't care for real long barrels. 6 inches is my limitYou need to find an 8-3/8" Model 686, then you will have the complete group.