Favorite S&W .22 Revolvers

[mag318]

When someone asked me what is my favorite S&W 22 caliber revolver I said I have two. Here they are, one has fixed sights and the other adjustable sights. Both are over 50 years old. The Model 18-3 is the newer of the two.
The friend I was having the discussion with thought I'd be saying my Model 617 or 63 would be my favorite. And while I like those two Smiths the older blue ones are IMO better looking and more fun to shoot.

 

[Peak53]

What is the one with fixed sights?

 

[bdGreen]

Is that a 'Model Marked' Model 45?

Model 45-2?

If those are the correct stocks then, with the diamond, it's probably a no dash Model 45.

Can't be anything but a Model 45.

bdGreen

 

[22hipower]

Oh you've opened a can of worms now. But I'll play. Hard to pick A favorite but SOME favorites are:

A Combat Masterpiece with extra 22 Mag cylinder.

A no dash M48 and a 617 Mountain Gun.

And yes, what is that fixed sight one?

Jeff
SWCA #1457

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[Truckman]

And yes, what is that fixed sight one?

At least I'm not the only one who didn't know......Ben

 

[bdGreen]

I thought everyone knew what that is.

bdGreen

 

[SmithNut]

Also known as the Post Office Model

I thought everyone knew what that is.

bdGreen

Pretty cool gun(s)...
Here's a pic showing a couple

Enjoy....

 

[Dino44]

Of my Smith & Wesson's the 17-4 followed very closely by my 18-3. One that I love equally as much as my 17-4 is my Dan Wesson model 22 with 6" heavy/vented barrel shroud. Unfortunately, I have no photos of that one. I did have an FFL friend, who once offered me the 5 screw postal model. Marked on the back strap with "PO Dept" for $3000 but condition wasn't there for that kind of money. I declined.

 

[Green Frog]

The early post War K22s with tapered barrel and narrow rib. The finish is the early semi-matte blue and the action is smooth as silk. Yep, it's an easy choice for me.
Froggie

 

[Jimmyjones]

Have to be my 617-1, followed by my K-22, then my 2" model 34-1.

 

[45Smashemflat]

Pre-18 K22 Combat. Not pristine. It's got wear on it that makes a great woods carry piece.

 

[Dvus]

First is an 18-3 with TS, TH and smooth TT, RR & WO and the trigger stop. One hole groups at 10 yards are pretty easy with it.

Second is a pre war I frame .22/32 H.E.

Third is a well finish worn first year production .22/32 Kit Gun model of 1953.

 

[sophie]

This is my favorite Model 18-3 that I like to shoot. I've got a particular Model 17-3 that I favor also.

 

[mag318]

The Model 45 even with its fixed sights is surprisingly accurate. Being somewhat scarce I don't shoot it a lot, perhaps twice a year. That said it is still one of my very favorite 22 revolvers. Thanks guys for the comments and for sharing your favorite S&W .22 caliber revolvers.

 

[austintexas]

22s

I have a ton of 22s, I like the prewar .22 outdoorsman
SWCA 892

 

[StrawHat]

I am the odd man, I have yet to find a S&W 22 rimfire that I like.

The Model 45 does look nice.

I like N frames so I am holding out for the Registered Magnum.

Kevin

 

[Retired W4]

I am the odd man, I have yet to find a S&W 22 rimfire that I like.

The Model 45 does look nice.

I like N frames so I am holding out for the Registered Magnum.

Kevin

I'm holding out too. Just not holding my breath.

 

[max503]

My Model 34 that I bought in 1980. I shoot the p-wadden out of it and that is what guns are for.

 

[Truckman]

I have a ton of 22s, I like the prewar .22 outdoorsman
SWCA 892

My favorite also, even though I'm down to a mere two - a very early and a very late......Ben

 

[Mike SC Hunter]

ALL OF THEM............Among your children. Do you have a favorite kid?