S&W 617 .22 Revolver Information

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I'm considering one. Found a new one with a four inch barrel for $465 and a like new used one with a six inch barrel for $320.

What does everyone think of them? I haven't even considered one until this weekend.
 
They're dandy. Whad'ya wanna know? They're accurate; they're smooth; they're cheap as beans to shoot, of course. I like mine, which is 10 shot, steel cylinder (you wanna be sure the cylinder's not aluminum, which they made for a while), 6". That's a good price, I think.
 
If that 4" is a SIX-shot gun

it's a high price. However, they don't make them in that length anymore, and I paid a premium for my excellent example.

If it's the 10rd you want, I've seen them new for less than that(albeit rarely). So, I'd pass if it was anything less than a primo condition 6-shot, and altogether if it's a 10rd.

Now, if you like the 6", that's a great deal.:cool: I just find the full-lug in that barrel length to be a bit to heavy for my tastes.:)
 
I think you might want the all steel six-shot Mod. 617.

You can pick one up used in clean condition in the various bbl lengths for around $300. or $350. around Atlanta.
 
I know of a place selling a NIB 617 4" 6 shot with steel cylinder and NO integral locking mechanism.

The store is charging $489 or $499, I can't remember.

If anyone is interested, Email me and I'll reply with the store/target range's info.
 
I have some experience w/ an older 6-shot 617. Nice revo, the extra 4 shots would be nice tho.
I was pricing the gun locally over the last couple of months. Best deal I could find was about $520 + fees.
 
I checked out the 6" today. It is a 6 shot. Seemed to be in very good, but not new condition for $320. Think it was a series 3 as in 617-3. I'm not sure significance of that (i.e. what changes before and after).

I'm not sure of the series designation on the new 617 10 shot 4". Dealer indicated it was immediately prior to them incorporating the locking mechanisms...

Neither appears to have an aluminum cylinder.

Does additional info change thoughts?
 
No. :) The series changes after the dash are pretty much uneventful as far as the 617 goes. I stand by my assertion that the 10rd. is not a good deal, whereas the 6" gun is. Just handle it at arms-length long enough to know if you will be able to tolerate the weight.
 
The 6-shot for $320 should be more accurate than you are and durable enough to last several generations after you are through with it. I recommend it if you want a 22 revo. It is the cream.

I have heard only dissatisfaction with the aluminum-cylindered 10 shot guns.
 
Keep your eyes open though, if you find a 4" or 6" non-underlugged M617, they are a joy to shoot and balance perfectly.
Of course, since they were only a small run in 1991 of less than a few hundred total, they are going for nearly a grand now.
:)
-Kframe
 
I bought a 617 and it came with a sloppy machined barrel, the top of the barrel was cut about a centemeter off to the right. The gun I got also shoots couple inches to the left, so you have to move the rear sight all the way to the right to shoot strait. I eventually replaced the poorly machined barrel and still had the problem that it shot to the left from a bench rest. The new barrel was machined a little better than the original one, but I must say... that S&W craftsmanship must have really gone down the rabbit hole. However, with the rear sight adjusted to the far right, it shoots strait and very accurately to give the devil its due.
 
I have the 617 in the 4 inch model, here in California, the gun sells new for $525.00 still one heck of a deal, love the gun! I purchased it as a cheap alternative to my GP-100 for practice and plinking.
 

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