What are the different revolver frames?

What are the different revolver frames?

The smaller-sized frame was called the “I-frame,” and the larger-sized frame was known as the “K-frame.” These designations were an internal way for employees to identify the frame sizes.

What frame is a 686 SW?

The Model 686 is based on S&W’s L (medium) revolver frame. During the 1980s, Smith & Wesson developed its L-Frame line of . 357 Magnums: the Model 581, Model 586, Model 681 and Model 686.

Where is the yoke on a revolver?

A barrel is mounted on the frame. The barrel has a muzzle end. A yoke is pivotably mounted on the frame.

What is a J frame S&W revolver?

The J-frame S&W revolver has become so ubiquitous that the term is often used as a generic reference to almost any small frame snub nosed revolver. The most common barrel length for a J-frame is 1 ⅞” but 3-inch models are also plentiful along with some other less common sizes.

How many different S&W revolvers are there?

Historically, as many as eleven different S&W frames exist, but the Top Hinge, Top Break, and M- and I-frames have been phased out, while the C-frame did not make it past prototype status for only the Model 73. S&W revolvers with these frames can now only be found on the collector’s and used guns markets.

What are the different frame sizes of Smith&Wesson revolvers?

Frame science: we look in detail at the different frame sizes of Smith & Wesson revolvers. A S&W M60 with J-frame (below) and a S&W M66 with K-frame (above) in .357 Mag. To the naked eye, the differences can be seen on the forcing cone area and the barrel.

What are the different types of Smith and Wesson revolvers?

A Guide to Smith & Wesson .38 Special & .357 Magnum Revolvers 1 J-Frame. The J-frame S&W revolver has become so ubiquitous that the term is often used as a generic reference to almost any small frame snub nosed revolver. 2 K-Frame. The classic S&W K-frame is one of Smith & Wesson’s most enduring designs. 3 L-Frame. 4 N-Frame.