Dear Smith and Wesson forum, I would like to hear some opinions on the s&w model 317 kit gun .22 caliber revolver. sincerely and respectfully mg357 a proud member of the Smith and Wesson Forum. p.s. the reason that i am asking for opinions on this specific s&w revolver is because i was at my favorite gun shop today and they have a s&w model 317 kit gun for sale and im thinking about buying it.