I read and lost the information where someone had speedloaders for sale for the 22 lr S&W 617.Anyone have that info?Thanks,coobie

HKS makes one for the 6 shot version of the 617 K-22. They are parts # 619-896 in the Midway catalog. Around $10 each. They work pretty well. Keep in mind that a 22 revolver is harder to speed load than say a 38 Special. I shoot my 617 in Rimfire Division at our clubs Defensive pistol matches. The HKS speed loader makes it compedative with semi-automatics.

Someone makes one for the 10 shot version also. A friend of mine has one.

Bob

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The 10 shot speedloader is the one I am looking for.Thanks,coobie

Here you go:

4wheelguns.com - DS-10 Speed Loader

....just watch out for clearance issues with certain rubber grips.

The DS-10 Speedloaders are great. Make sure you get a loading block too.

I've got two of the DS10 speedloaders as well as a couple of loading blocks, and I love them! They are a requirement if you own a 10 shot 617!
DS-10-SPEED

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BobR1 is right about speed loading 22s. After you shoot the first two cylinders full the chambers are dirty enough so that the rounds have to be thumbed the rest of the way in so you can close the cylinder. The DS 10 round speed loaders and loading blocks are nice but don't bother getting more than one of the handles - they are pretty useless. Another thing about the DS loaders is that every other "pusher" pin in them is offset so that every other round chambered is higher than the one next to it so thumbing the rounds in is mandatory once the cylinder is dirty. The reason they are offset according to DS is to reduce the strain on the yoke retention screw when you force the rounds into the chambers with the loader. DS used to make the loaders so all were shoved in evenly but not anymore.

Thanks for the info,I will be ordering the DS-10.coobie

love the grips on your 617. Whose are they and what kind of wood?
Thanks
henry130

The DS-10's work great. I really like mine.

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He also makes an 8-shot version for the newer 63's and 317 - they work as well as my 10-shot for the 617 - great!

Stainz

The DS-10's are really great. I did not get a handle, and don't really see a need for it.
I got the 100 round block, and that is just about right for what I usually shoot with that gun. I do wish the blocks had a cover, so you could just leave a loaded block in your bag without it getting dumped if the bag was upset.

I've been looking on the internet to buy a couple of the DS eight shot speedloaders - without any luck so far. Would appreciate any help!

DS-10s are great - but be sure to purchase extra blocks. You will be glad you did.

Yes, I carry a great speedlaoder for the 22 lr S&W 617 I have both a 10 shot and a 6 shot at Speed Beez 617 Speedloaders. Pair them up with loading blocks and your ready for some fun. These little honeys work very well there fast and easy to load from the loading blocks. I can't wait to go shootin'

Go to speedbeez.com

well, unfortunately they don't deliver in europe (I live in belgium) do you know someone it can deliver in my country ???

When are speedloaders necessary? Is there some timed event with the 10 shot 22s. I have done the rubber duck, 5 across elimination with my Buckmark but never the revolver. If 10 shots doesn't get it, practice for next time.

also makes a speedloader (singular) to use with a loading block. My loading block holds 60 rounds, some 40, some 100. Yes a 10 shot fast reload is needed for bowling pin/ steel challenge & other games I'm sure.

I use the Ansac Speedloader with my 617.
All CNC machined, its a little piece of art that functions as well as it looks:

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well, I found a deal from speedbeez.com on ebay US, so I can order one piece and receive it in belgium thx a lot for your help

For what "competition reloading" is it used? I'm not sure I will spring for $600 for a set of 10 (100 round box of ammo).

Used for club games (50 ft indoor range).
Shooting golfballs, mostly, 10-shot strings.
In the shootoff, 10 shots in 9 seconds, reloads are not timed, most use bottom feeders.
1 loader and the block is all I need as the games series of 50, then repeat.

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