Smith & Wesson 386PD
Smith & Wesson · Pistol · In Production · 2001
Also known as: Airweight Sc
Overview
The Smith & Wesson 386PD is a medium-large Personal Defense revolver built on Smith & Wesson's L-frame, introduced in 2001. Chambered in .357 Magnum with a 5-round cylinder. The frame is constructed from scandium alloy, significantly reducing weight compared to traditional steel-framed revolvers of similar size. The 2.5-inch barrel provides a good balance between concealability and sight radius for defensive applications. At 503g (17.7 oz) unloaded, this lightweight revolver strikes a practical balance between carry comfort and manageable recoil during shooting sessions. Smith & Wesson has been producing L-frame revolvers for over four decades, continuously refining the platform with improved metallurgy, ergonomics, and manufacturing techniques while maintaining the fundamental reliability and accuracy that has made their double-action revolvers the benchmark against which all others are measured.
Specifications
| Weight (empty) | 503 g (17.7 oz) |
| Overall Length | 241 mm (9.49") |
| Barrel Length | 63.5 mm (2.50") |
| Height | 140 mm (5.51") |
| Width | 38 mm (1.50") |
| Firing Mechanism | Double Action Single Action |
| Trigger Type | Double Action Single Action |
| Trigger Pull | 20 N (4.5 lbf) |
| Magazine Capacity | 5 rounds |
| Magazine Type | Rotary |
| Muzzle Velocity | 440 m/s (1444 fps) |
| Muzzle Energy | 784 J (578 ft·lbf) |
| Effective Range | 25 m (27 yd) |
| Barrel Rifling | Right Hand |
| Rifling Twist | 476 mm (18.74") |
| Number of Grooves | 5 |
| Frame Material | Scandium Alloy |
| Barrel Material | Titanium |
| Finish | Matte Black |
Calibers
- .357 Magnum · primary — also known as .357 Mag, .357 S&W Magnum, 9x33mmR
- .38 Special — also known as .38 Spl, .38 S&W Special, 9x29mmR
Features
- Firing modes: Semi Automatic
- Feed systems: Revolving Cylinder
- Features: Adjustable Sights, Hogue Grips, Swing Out Cylinder, Transfer Bar Safety, Fixed Sights, Stainless Steel Construction, Exposed Hammer, Scandium Alloy Frame
Production
Production years: 2001-present
Origin
Country of origin: United States
Notes
One of the lightest .357 Magnum revolvers ever produced. The titanium cylinder further reduces weight compared to stainless steel versions.
Background
The 'PD' Personal Defense designation marks this as one of S&W's scandium alloy revolvers, which were so light when first introduced that many shooters couldn't believe a revolver chambered in .357 Magnum could weigh so little without sacrificing durability.