Smith & Wesson Performance Center 586-5 L-Comp .357 Mag 3″ Revolver

SOLD FOR: $1507.01

LSB#: 210929FW02

Make: Smith & Wesson Performance Center

Model: 586-5 L-Comp

Serial Number: CLC0129

Year of Manufacture: 2000

Caliber: .357 Magnum & .38 Special

Action Type: 7-Shot, Single And Double Action Revolver with Swing-Out Cylinder

Markings: The crane cut is marked “586-5”. The butt of the grip frame is marked “CLC0129”. The crane and sides of the grip frame have inspection marks. The left side of the frame is marked with the S&W Performance Center monogram logo. The right side of the frame is marked with the four-line marcas registradas. The right side of the barrel is marked “S.&W. 357 MAGNUM”, the left side is marked “SMITH & WESSON”. The underside of the topstrap is marked with the serial number “CLC0129”. 

Barrel Length: 3″ with Integral Compensator

Sights / Optics: The front sight is a serrated ramped blade with a tritium insert, it is pinned to a rise in the barrel rib. The rear sight is a fully adjustable square notch micrometer sight screwed to the topstrap. The topstrap is drilled and tapped under the rear sight base. The front sight insert is dead.

Stock Configuration & Condition: The grips are two-piece checkered Altamont rosewood grips with finger grooves. There are some draglines and light handling marks. There are a couple of tiny hairline scratches on the bottom faces. The checkering is sharp. There are no chips or cracks. Overall, the grips are in about Excellent condition.

Type of Finish: Matte Black

Finish Originality: Original

Bore Condition: The bore is bright and the rifling is sharp. There is no erosion in the bore.

Overall Condition: This handgun retains about 95% of its metal finish. There is thinning on the edges, most noticeable on the barrel at the muzzle and on the front of the cylinder. There are some infrequent tiny marks through the finish. There are a few light handling marks. There are some spots of discoloration from previous oxidation on the sides of the grip frame under the grips. There is a thin turn line through the finish on the cylinder. The screw heads are sharp. The markings are clear. Overall, this handgun rates in about Fine Plus condition.

Mechanics: The action functions correctly. The double-action trigger is smooth and the single action is crisp. The cylinder lockup has light side-to-side play on all chambers. We did not fire this handgun. As with all used firearms, a thorough cleaning may be necessary to meet your maintenance standards.

Box, Paperwork & Accessories: None

Our Assessment: The 586 has been made in a variety of configurations since 1980 filling just about any role that could be asked of a .357 Magnum revolver. This example is the Performance Center 586 L-Comp with a 3” ported barrel, round butt grip frame, and a matte black finish. With its 7-round capacity, Performance Center tuned action, and ported barrel to reduce recoil, this would be a great carry gun. The gun is in Fine Plus condition with a few scattered light marks, a great bore, and strong mechanics. If you’re a Smith collector or just want a powerful revolver for your outdoor adventures, this is a great gun to pick up. Please see our photos and good luck!