I wanted one too but won't buy any S&W with a hole. Just my preference. After searching for a used one I couldn't find one that met my price point.

I came across a lightly used late model 10 shot Ruger GP 100 that only had 10 rounds down the tube. At $400 I couldn't turn it down.

It has a trigger that rivals any of my Smiths. Its as accurate as any of my K-22s.

I'll still entertain a 617, but I'm quite happy with the Ruger.