S&W 586, 3" barrel, NEW ???

[Ringer]

OK, stopped in a gun shop today right as they were getting ready to close looking for 3" K frame. As I'm taking quick look under the coutner with half the lights off I see this 586. It's new according to the guy behind the counter and looked it. Has a 3" barrel and short wood grips, sort of boot style I guess. I think it had night sights too. This was one awesome looking and feeling gun.

Here's the problem - sticker shock - to the tune of $899. Anyone know about this model? This shop normally has competetive pricing. I only got to handle it briefly and plan on going back for another look. Can't see spending this amount of cash on it but it has peaked my curiosity.

 

[deereman]

It is most likely the Performance Center model that came out a few years back. If it is, it should have a 3" compensated barrel and I believe it was a 7 shot. I saw one in my neck of the woods a month ago, also a 3" PC M-19. Opted for the M-19.

 

[Ringer]

Found a picture of one. This one is on Gunsamerica for $1050. Sounds pretty much like what you described deereman.

 

[deereman]

Yes, that is the one I saw and the guy only wanted $549.

 

[Brasso]

For $549 I'd be all over it like a whore on crack.

 

[bean357]

Wonder if deereman will tell where that 586 IS....