Smith & Wesson Model 686 vs Springfield Armory 1911

1980–Present

1985–present

~2,500,000 estimated

Millions

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

216 mm

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

127 mm

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

1,100 g

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

7+1 to 10+1 rounds

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

short recoil

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

SAO

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

Adjustable or fixed