4” M17 vs M18

[flundertaker]

I have no lug model 17-6 4” with magnas and an 18-3 4” with target stocks. Seems mixed up but 1 of them is going to Wannamakers in Tulsa this weekend and hopefully to a new home. Which of these 2 is the keeper? I’ve never fired either so I can’t use that as a criteria.

 

[JP@AK]

Since you are asking for opinions, I'll give you mine. Keep in mind that they are like armpits: everyone has two and they all stink.

Keep the .22 Combat Masterpiece. More classic, better handling and more value upside.

 

[Engine49guy]

I had to laugh a little,
Clearly the answer is keep both,
Alternate answer is "Yes" as either one's a keeper.

Imo the 17-6 is a much less common variant , its wide rib barrel adds a little muzzle weight, its negatives are no barrel set pin and perhaps slightly inferior blueing.

In the end keep the one you like better.

 

[RE0]

M17! Love mine and I have a 320 compact and a 365.
The M18 is not full size.