Smith & Wesson Model 686 vs Taurus Model 85

1980–Present

1981–present

~2,500,000 estimated

Over 2,000,000

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

168 mm (6.6 in)

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

51 mm (2.0 in)

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

510 g (18.0 oz) steel frame

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

5 rounds

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

DA/SA revolver

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

DA/SA

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

Fixed front ramp, rear groove