617 4" or 6" or 8"

[GLL]

I replaced the finger grooved combats with an old set of magnas.

Jerry

 

[TSQUARED]

In the older K-22/Model 17's without the barrel undelug I prefer the 6 inch barreled versions.
When I became interested in the 10 shot 617 I shot both a 4 and 6 inch versions. I came to the conclusion that in my hands the 6 inch version with the full barrel underlug was too nose heavy and opted for the 4 inch version.

 

[Jazman]

I have the 4 inch 10 shot, like it very much. I compared it with a 6 inch before I bought, and found the 6 inch a tad front heavy.

 

[Lobster Picnic]

How about a 3" 10-shot unfluted with rosewood grips?

 

[Sparrowbird]

I have an 8 3/8 and like it but she is sure enough a big ol long gal. I have toted it around all day and if you have a good holster it ain't bad. When I bought this I was looking for a 4 inch. The shop I was at had a new 6 inch and my used 8 inch. The used one was $150.00 cheaper so that's how I went. I have no complaints.

 

[Texan]

Like other members I also have a 4 inch 617-1 that I really like.
This one is super accurate with CCI Stingers.

I only wish they made them without the full barrel lug.
Just a tad heavy for me.
Texan

 

[LEADPOISON]

I have a 4" mod 617; feels very balanced

I have both the 617-6 4" and 6" 10-shots.

surfdog76,
I'm diggin' the grips. Can you tell me about them.
Thanks,
L.P.

 

[Mehutch]

I just bought this used 617-4 Pre-lock 6 inch barrel 22 LR two days ago (5-2019). It came with a 80 round loading block and two DS speed loaders. It has a scope already mounted. And it had these very nice wood grips on it. I did not need it... but it was a 617-4 Pre-lock with all the goodies and I couldn't pass on it for $500 bucks out the door. Why would someone dress out this fine 617-4 with all the goodies and sell it? Bless his heart.

Note to self: Never go into a gun store, again.

 

[Wee Hooker]

Smith needs to come out with a 5" model .

THAT!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Untill then, my 4" 10 shot will continue to be the most used of my K22's despite owning several other barrel lengths and configurations.
Here is an obligitory picture of one of my safe queens ( No dash, 6", 6 shot

 

[Tom C]

THAT!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Untill then, my 4" 10 shot will continue to be the most used of my K22's despite owning several other barrel lengths and configurations.
Here is an obligitory picture of one of my safe queens ( No dash, 6", 6 shot

Rather than waiting for S&W to make a factory 5" 617, I had a 6" cut down. It now matches the weight and balance of my 627PC.

 

[sandog]

I'm sure the 4 inch balances nice. But in a .22, which will be used as a plinker and a range gun, I like that "muzzle heavy" feel of the 6 inch.
Helps me hold it steadier.
If it was a .357, and would be used for SD and carry, I'd probably prefer the 4 inch, easier to wear on a belt, or conceal, and easier to draw out of a holster.

 

[wproct]

I have owned three 617 revolvers. First was a no-dash 8 in bbl full target, too heavy. Second was a 6 in bbl full target no-dash, just right but I sold it, big mistake! My third and currently owned is a 4 in bbl dash-1. Seems that more people seem to prefer the 4 in bbl but I like the weight of the 6 inch better. I also prefer the six shot models.

 

[Wee Hooker]

Rather than waiting for S&W to make a factory 5" 617, I had a 6" cut down. It now matches the weight and balance of my 627PC.

Sweet!!
Can I ask what that project ran for cost?

 

[Lobster Picnic]

They should make it with a 9-shot cylinder and no underlug.

 

[Tom C]

Sweet!!
Can I ask what that project ran for cost?

Do not recall the price, but I think it was around $200.

 

[Nedroe]

I Prefer the 3 Inch.....

Oh, that's right, they don't make a 3 inch model either.

I keep forgettin' that in a fit of boredom, I did this.

An unfired 617-1, right outta' the box, straight to the hacksaw

I cry every night over it.

I didn't like the balance of the six, so as long as I was cuttin'

Ned

 

[CH4]

I have two no-dash 617s, a 4" and a 6". The 4" is my favorite - it just feels better in my hand and the two are equally accurate. Ed

^^^^^^^
The 4" is my favorite, but the 6" is still a definite keeper; mine are the blued 17-6s, however.

 

[.38SuperMan]

I did a little trading Friday for a clean 617-6 4". I took it to the range after a good cleaning and really like it. Very accurate and fun to shoot.

 

[joe44va]

The 4" balances better but I can hold the 6" steadier, but not for long.