617 cylinder lock problem

[vette2002]

I've read a few horror tales on line regarding a cylinder lock problem with the 617. Most of the comments are from several years ago. Is this still an issue with this model or has S/W solved the problem? I have a new 617-6 that I haven't fired yet but will do so soon if it EVER stops snowing here ! Thanks for chiming in.

 

[Macinaw]

I have two of them that I shoot in Steel Challenge competition. I have been pretty hard on them. I have not heard of any cylinder lock up problems. Nor have the other shooters that use them.

 

[vito]

I've owned my 617 for several years, fired thousands of rounds, and never had any problem of any kind. Great gun.