K22

[SBC1320]

Sorry for the above wasted two postings hopefully the admin will delete them. I figured out how to post a picture and got two on here I think. I thought this was a 1957, but serial number is K336XXX so I see it's not. It was given to me by a deceased old friend years back. I believe it is a 1958/4 screw.

 

[22hipower]

Someone will be along with a date, don't have my books but I'd guess mid 1950s, maybe '54. Anyway, I really like those non-relieved stocks. Great gun, enjoy it. And welcome to the Forum!

Jeff
SWCA #1457

 

[Retired W4]

Very nice. Is it marked mod-17? Yes, those non-relieved targets are something.

 

[SBC1320]

Very nice. Is it marked mod-17? Yes, those non-relieved targets are something.

Thanks yes marked Mod 17. I'm assuming it's a 17-1 since I believe it to be a 58 model. Blueing on this gun is in incredible shape.

 

[Retired W4]

I can't see a trigger guard screw in the photos. People who know more about those will be around.

And welcome to the forum.

 

[Wiregrassguy]

Welcome to the forums from the Wiregrass! According to the book, it is 1958 production. It should not be a 17-1.

 

[Retired W4]

Welcome to the forums from the Wiregrass! According to the book, it is 1958 production. It should not be a 17-1.

If it is, I'll be right over.

 

[SBC1320]

Welcome to the forums from the Wiregrass! According to the book, it is 1958 production. It should not be a 17-1.

Thanks, it says Mod 17 on the yoke, I just assumed the 17-1 came in 58.

 

[Wiregrassguy]

IIRC, the 17-1 was for the shift from right hand threaded extractor rod to left hand thread. That was around 1960.

 

[Retired W4]

I believe what you have is a model 17 (no dash) with the screw in front of the trigger guard. I would not recommend trying to unscrew the ejector rod just to see if it's a mismarked -1, as that might create problems you don't need. Likely shipped in 1958. I've enjoyed shooting my pre-17s and 17-2 and I'll bet yours is a dream to shoot. Just be careful while ejecting empties so you don't ding the top of the left grip panel.

 

[DWalt]

The LH thread extractor rods usually gave a small groove between the knurled tip and the smooth rod.

 

[JP@AK]

The lowest serial number on a model-marked K target revolver that we've located so far is K314496. It is a Model 14 and it shipped in July, 1958.

K326533 is a Model 17 that shipped in November, 1958.
K327346 is a Model 17 that shipped in June, 1958.
Your Model 17 with serial number K336XXX could have shipped in 1958, but maybe 1959. Only a records search can tell you for certain.

The LH thread extractor rods usually gave a small groove between the knurled tip and the smooth rod.

This is correct and your pictures show that your extractor rod does not have that feature. It is, therefore, a right hand theaded rod. So, it is correctly marked as MOD 17.

 

[Green Frog]

Just to join in welcoming and congratulating you, SBC1320. Those K22s and early Models 17 are all time favorites, both to shoot and just to admire. S&W at some of its finest!
Froggie

 

[Ray]

SBC1320, just adding to JP@AK info my K 22, serial 3318XX was lettered by Mr. Jinks as having being shipped on October 7 1958.
Regards, Ray