Smith & Wesson Model 586
Smith & Wesson Model 586 — documented specs: caliber .357 Magnum · .38 Special, barrel length 102–152 mm (4.02–5.98 in), overall length 235–286 mm (9.25–11.26 in), capacity 6. The source for each figure is listed below the specs (catalog as of 10/16/2026).
- Category
- Revolvers
- Classification (DE)
- Short firearm
- Era
- 1946–1990
- Origin
- United States
- Calibers
- .357 Magnum · .38 Special
Derived from design and catalog dimensions under the German WaffG, Annex 1 Sec. 1 Subsec. 1 No. 2.5; the individual gun is what counts.
Also known as: 586 · S&W 586
Specifications
- Action
- Revolver, double action
- Sights
- Adjustable sights
- Barrel length
- 102–152 mm (4.02–5.98 in)Depending on variant
- Overall length
- 235–286 mm (9.25–11.26 in)Depending on variant · varies by barrel length
- Capacity
- 6cylinder
- smith-wesson.com — page Model 586 4″ Spec Sheet 150909
- smith-wesson.com — page Model 586 6″ Spec Sheet 150908
Sources
- en.wikipedia.org — article Smith & Wesson Model 586 (version of 07/15/2026)
- smith-wesson.com — page Model 586 4″ Spec Sheet 150909
Specifications come from the source cited alongside them; counts are based on our catalog as of the date stated. Not legal advice: what follows from these figures in a given country is decided by that country’s law. Waffenschrank is not affiliated with the manufacturers named.
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