Ruger LCRx vs Smith & Wesson Model 686

2014–present

1980–Present

Unknown

~2,500,000 estimated

168 mm

228 mm (9.0 in) with 4" barrel, 191 mm (7.5 in) with 2.5" barrel

48 mm (1.87 inch)

101.6 mm (4.0 in) standard, 63.5 mm (2.5 in) compact variant

0.37 kg

1.05 kg (2.3 lb) empty, 1.13 kg (2.5 lb) with 4" barrel; 0.94 kg (2.1 lb) empty with 2.5" barrel

5 rounds

6 rounds (standard), compatible with .38 Special cartridges of the same capacity

Double-action/single-action

Double‑action revolver, transfer‑bar safety, internal lockup with a single‑action trigger pull when cocked manually

DA/SA with exposed hammer

Double‑action trigger with a 5‑6 lb pull; single‑action pull approximately 3‑4 lb when hammer is manually cocked

Fixed ramp front, U-notch rear

Adjustable rear sight (windage and elevation) and a fixed front blade; some models equipped with three‑dot tritium night sights