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k22 M17-3
went to an auction picked one up new in box from an estate sale. Always wanted one. Finally at age 75 I filled a bucket list item. time running short list is long. lol
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great find I love mine
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Congratulations Miles42. I guess you know, we all love to see pictures of new acquisitions; especially NIB examples like yours!
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Well done, while mine has minor bit of wear it was offered at a price I couldn't say no to. I probably smile more shooting mine than any other revolver I own.
My -3 (1971) only came with the original number magnas but I got the period correct targets here on the forum, fit my hand much better.
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Congratulations, Miles42!
Good taste in S&W.......
Several years ago I was looking for one. I found two at the same place at the same time, both pre-model, and in original boxes. I figured I would sell one and keep the other. They are both still sharing space in the safe. I'd add a third if it came along......
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Congrats OP on that excellent find!
My 17-3 is also 1971 and came with 3T's right from the factory.
Wonderful shooter, excellent trainer for the younger kids.
Need to see some pics, especially when you found a "complete package" and I too use estate sales as a primary source when "in the hunt"
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Congratulations on the purchase as we all love the S&W 22LR revolvers. Here is my 17-4 with 8 3/8 inch barrel with S&W combat Grips on it.
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Mine is a 17-2, love it, very accurate. I know you are going to enjoy shooting it.
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Congrats on a great acquisition. Here's my Model 17-3...
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All this time I’ve thought my standard barrel, narrow rib 1948 vintage K-22 was all the 22 revolver I would ever need, but these 17-2 and -3 models sure are getting tempting. I’ll have to stage a self intervention here if it gets much worse!
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Mr Green -
I was in your shoes ... I had an early 30's .22 Outdoorsman , a MKI , and a Single Six ; thought I was all set for .22 handguns. Eventually I fell prey to the siren song of the S&W mod.17 - got the long barreled option w/ the 3 "T's" , and I could not be happier about it. Intervention? You don't need no stinkin' intervention!
IMO , everyone who appreciates revolvers needs to own a 17!
Miles - you got yours at 75 , I bit at 65. Congratulations to you. Many happy range trips await you.
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I love my 17-3 with the TH and TT. For stocks I prefer the smooth Jerry Miculek style.
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17-3
My 17-3 All handgunners need at least one!
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Did someone say model 17-2? Well here's mine...
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Did someone say 17 no dash?
Seriously tho, everyone should own at least one M17! Mine is from about 1960 and is relatively new to me with the 3T’s. And I waited too long to get one also (61).
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Here's a Model 17 behind it's older brother a Combat Masterpiece .22...
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went to an auction picked one up new in box from an estate sale. Always wanted one. Finally at age 75 I filled a bucket list item. time running short list is long. lol
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WELCOME TO THE FORUM, YOUNG FELLA.....
CONGRATULTIONS ON YOUR FIND. ITS NICE TO READ THAT YOU ARE STILL IN THE GAME.....
BEST WISHES......
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I have a M17, M17-3, and a M17-4. I wouldn't mind owning another one. I'm pretty sure "K" frame .22s are the Rolls Royce of the .22 revolvers. Larry
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The old and the new ...They are equally excellent in different ways.
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Got my 17-3 squirrel gun , accurate oh yeah!
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Bought my 1st S&W .22 revolver last July. (-2, 1964) It finally has correct era diamond magnas on it. Great shooter to boot! Bob
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I've had 2 M-17's. A -3 & a -4. Got the -3 over 30 years ago and gave it to a good friend in AZ.
16 years ago after I stumbled upon a M14 3T & M17-4 at a price I couldn't refuse.
I prefer not having either the Target Trigger or Target Hammers.
Gotta have a Target grip though, and take 2-1/2 coils off the trigger rebound spring!
That makes the smooth trigger pull lighter yet still pops .22's reliably.
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Miles42: Boy oh Boy can I relate to Your Story about buying a S&W K-22 17-2 & 17-3. And also turning 75 years of age. I bought my first S&W K Model 14-3 in 1970. At Fort Rucker AL, while I was going to the Army's Helicopter Flight School. It was a used 6 inch barreled K-38 with Herrett Target Grips on it and to me, it was just absolutely beautiful. And that Old Gun made even me look like a good pistol shot. And I have shot it alot over the years and I still have it. But I always wanted a nice K-22. But I always put it off for one reason or another. Well finally with in the last 2 years I bought a 6 inch S&W K-22 17-2 and a 17-3 as well.
They are both just truly beautiful guns to me and outstanding shooters as well. I can't began to tell you just how much I have enjoyed shooting both of them and they shoot so very well. I missed out on a lot, waiting so long to buy myself a nice K-22. But I am trying to make up for lost time. Oh by the way I will
turn 75 years old the 20th of this month.
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My 1968 17-3. Nice find, enjoy it for a long time to come
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A K-22 is a revolver shooters must have!
They make you a better shot as they shoot cheaper and one
can get more experience and get the same results. K-22's allow
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When I got into revolver shooting in the 70's, I read a ton of Skeeter Skelton's stories about 5" M27's and 6" M17 "K-22"'s. My first handgun was a M28-2 6", and my third was a "K-22" M-17-3 6". The K-22 taught me how to shoot a handgun accurately.
Skeeter was right!
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My 1968 17-3. Nice find, enjoy it for a long time to come
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Beautiful stocks on that one.
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Love the Model 17 "K22 Masterpiece" and it's never too late to acquire a fine firearm. These 17's are a joy to shoot for everyone, both small and large.
Here's mine.
S&W Model 17-4 "K22 Masterpiece" in .22 Long Rifle
Thanks for looking at my Model 17-4.
God bless,
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Beautiful stocks on that one.
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Mine is a 17-2, love it, very accurate. I know you are going to enjoy shooting it.
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Jtown, you might want to look at your second photo again.
God bless,
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My Model 17-3, and yes, I am partial to the shiny ones.
enjoy,
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Purchased my 17-3 about 5 yrs. ago . I've always wanted one and finally found this one locally . It's in excellent condition with very few signs of use. Came with the Target Trigger & Hammer & regular stocks. It wasn't cheap but I have no regrets.
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