Favorite S&W .22 Revolvers

[Cotis]

Beautiful revolvers posted here! I need more .22lr revolvers in my life. My favorite has always been a 4" model 63 stainless. I lusted over photos of it in the early 80s as a teenager and snagged one at my LGS two years ago, not even sure if I looked at the price tag.

I really regret passing on a 3" 317 a year or two ago, will buy the next good deal on one. And a 10 shot model 617 just feels like something I "need". Now these photos have me looking at combat masterpieces…

 

[Mannlicher]

I only have one S&W .22 revolver, a Model 63. I guess that's my favorite.

 

[skwchock]

In my old age, I, too, enjoy shooting .22 LR. It is fun and more economical than shooting something that costs $1 per round.

 

[jeffrefrig]

My only caliber 22 is my dad's S&W K22 Masterpiece, shipped October 24, 1950. It is a scary accurate .22 revolver, even for me.

 

[cd228]

I love my 63 and 617. However, looking at this thread I need to hit the books and learn more about the .22 Smiths.

Does anyone like the current 43C?

 

[Rodan]

Does anyone like the current 43C?

There are several threads here on the 43C. Many of us had lots of problems with light strikes and failure to fire with a variety of ammo. Although some reported no problems, the odds are that you'll have problems.

 

[Baxter6551]

My 17-4 and 18-3 both from estates. The factory holster came with the model 17 as did the box and original magna grips. The 18 came with box and combats also TT/TH which according to the box is correct.

 

[gwpercle]

My favorite ... and I haven't seen one posted yet ...
S&W Model 317 Air-Lite " Kit Gun "
8 shots , 3 inch barrel , Adjustable Sights , Fiber-optic front sight
And what I like best ... weifght ... 11.8 ounces SWEET !!!

The 3 inch barrel is compact , 8 shot is plenty , adjustable sights let me sight in any load I choose to shoot (fiber optic front sight is neat ) and at only 11.8 ounces ... it doesn't matter where you carry it it is not noticable .
In a belt holster or pocket it's comfortable ,,,

317 Kit Gun Air-Lite with Adjustable Sights ... it's my favorite !
Gary
Sorry no photo ... camera not functioning

 

[ruger 22]

I have a 17-1 that I got back in 2013 which is great, but my most valued is a used Ruger Single Six that my dear wife bought for me in 2021 a few months before she passed---priceless.

 

[SuperMan]

My all time favorite .22 S&W handgun was a 1961 Model 53 with the extra rimfire cylinder...it was my only .22 handgun from the mid 1970s to the early 1990s... It was turned into a .327 Federal a few years ago and of the S&W .22s I have left:
18-2 w/an extra .22 Magnum cylinder
35-1 w/and extra .22 Magnum cylinder
1952 K22 6"
63 w/extra .22 Magnum cylinder
317 3"

...probably the 18-2 is the most versatile.

 

[mag318]

RKmesa, what a collection you have and thanks for sharing. Your engraved Smiths are a sight to behold and true pieces of art. And to everyone who shared a photo thanks for making this thread truly interesting.

 

[CajunBass]

After looking at 19 pages of Smith and Wesson 22's, I somehow feel like I'm dipping into the wrong end of pool with my one example, but it is the only one I have now.

It's a 1951 22 Masterpiece. Nothing really fancy or unique about it I suppose. Not even a good picture. Just a good shooting 22. No box or papers, but the numbers all do match. I need to shoot it more.

The one I really hate that I let get away was a 4", Colt Official Police in 22 LR. The only one I've ever seen.

 

[gwpercle]

CajunBass
That 1951 Masterpiece is A Beautiful Classic S&W Revolver ...
... It's Simply Awesome !

Don't let it get away ,
Gary