{"product_id":"sw-l-frame-model-686-hand-pawl-357-magnum-6868","title":"Smith \u0026 Wesson L Frame Model 686 Hand .357 Magnum - Part# 6868","description":"\u003ch2\u003eSmith \u0026amp; Wesson L Frame Model 686 Hand\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePart# 6868 | .357 Magnum | Stainless Steel | Old Style Used Part\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe hand (also called the pawl or ratchet pawl) is the small lever that rotates the cylinder one position with each trigger pull or hammer cock. It engages the ratchet on the back of the cylinder star and is critical to proper cylinder indexing and timing. A worn or damaged hand causes the cylinder to under-rotate or over-rotate, resulting in misalignment with the barrel — a serious safety and function issue. This is a genuine S\u0026amp;W factory old-style stainless steel hand pulled from a Model 686 and ready to restore correct timing.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003ePart Details\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePart Number:\u003c\/strong\u003e 6868\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCondition:\u003c\/strong\u003e Used (Old Style)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaterial:\u003c\/strong\u003e Stainless Steel\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFits:\u003c\/strong\u003e Smith \u0026amp; Wesson L Frame Model 686 (.357 Magnum)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOEM:\u003c\/strong\u003e Smith \u0026amp; Wesson factory part\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eCompatibility\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis part fits the S\u0026amp;W L Frame Model 686. To confirm your model number, swing out the cylinder and check behind the yoke on the frame. Model numbers were introduced in 1957–58 — if your revolver predates this, contact us with the serial number and we'll help identify the correct part.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eInstallation\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eDisassembly and reassembly are required to replace this part. Timing verification and fitting by a qualified gunsmith is strongly recommended, as an improperly fitted hand can affect cylinder timing and safe operation. Factory replacement parts are manufactured to the same specifications, tolerances, and materials as the originals.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eQuestions? Call or email us — we're happy to help with all your S\u0026amp;W parts needs.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Smith \u0026 Wesson","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":40850814697530,"sku":null,"price":6.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1423\/2020\/files\/s-l960_29_46328966-7863-4434-9af8-b69261fe4762.webp?v=1744914339","url":"https:\/\/usagunsandgear.com\/products\/sw-l-frame-model-686-hand-pawl-357-magnum-6868","provider":"USA Guns And Gear","version":"1.0","type":"link"}