Six inches of barrel on a stainless L-frame: this is a 1980s Smith & Wesson Model 686 in .357 Magnum, serial AEH7456. The grips are checkered walnut, and the checkering is still strong on both panels, though the left one has a chip in the wood. The metal shows moderate handling marks. The bore is very good and the revolver as a whole rates very good.

A 6-inch .357 is a range and home-defense revolver for most New Mexico owners rather than a daily carry gun. Buying one here is simple: no permit to purchase, no registration, a federal NICS check through the dealer and a seven-calendar-day wait, which is waived for holders of a valid New Mexico concealed handgun license. You need to be 21, and you will show photo ID and sign Form 4473 at pickup.

Key features

• .357 Magnum, 6-inch barrel
• Stainless steel L-frame, 1980s
• Checkered walnut grips, left panel chipped
• Very good bore
• Moderate handling marks on metal

Ships to the New Mexico FFL dealer you select, who completes the transfer once the background check and any waiting period are done.