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I recently purchased a 617-6 10 shot and found a great rug for it. It is suede on the outside and lambswool on the inside. It is snug when it is zipped - the way I like it with no room to slip and slide. Keeps the gun in good position. It's manufacturer is "Allen". I purchased it at Sport...

Cant/Clocking issues persist in 2012 The last date on this thread is almost a year old, but I hope those folks who have taken the time to make such ardent and spirited comments are still monitoring this issue. My brand new 617-6 10 shot (~$800) came with a canted barrel. I shot 230 MiniMags...

Hey Barnaby! Were you satisfied with the results from the S&W rework on your 617? I just bought one and have the same problems - and have begun the process of shipping it back to S&W. Please let me know how it all went. Hopefull, it went well and you are having the pleasure of shooting the 617.

Go to Costco's culinary section and get a large shallow tray - the kind you might see loaded with goodies in a cafeteria - either stainless or plastic. Mine is 24"x18"x2" clear plastic. The only solvent that seems to bother the plastic is the old time carb fluid. Until you get more experienced...

S&W still cocking barrels This is a great forum and thread. I have just joined. I recently (7/26/2012) purchased a new 617-6 with a ship date from factory of 6/26/2012 - so one month old as of the purchase date. Pretty new! Had some trouble sighting in from a rest and thought the sight had a...