Model 17-2 in K22 masterpiece box

[karrrhu3]

Hello
Got this last sunday
scratches under the barrel (was supported on something awful?)
minor marks on cylinder and a scratch on the right side S&W logo but otherwise fine.
Haven't test fired it yet, local .22 range is closed because.
Serial number 63248X.

 

[jc2721]

Love those stocks!

 

[bigmoose]

Now there's a beauty. And I certainly agree with jc2721 about those stocks. The box and docs are always a welcome treat also. Well done.

 

[series guy]

That looks just right. Shoot it and enjoy it. My kind of gun.

 

[bananaman]

You should enjoy the heck out of it! I have a 17-2 from 1964. Really like shooting it! Bob

 

[JP@AK]

"Model 17-2 in K22 masterpiece box"
That box looks perfectly correct for a Model 17-2. Were you expecting something different?

Serial number 63248X

I doubt that. I suspect the serial number is K63248X. That would be a correct 1965 serial number for a Model 17-2. The K is part of the serial number. Without it, 63248X would be a pre-World War II serial number, and the Model 17 did not exist at that time.

 

[JP@AK]

Oh, yes. I must agree with the others who posted here. The gun is nice, and the stocks are both period correct and beautiful. A terrific acquisition on your part. Congrats!

 

[Pine_Worker]

Wow, absolutely beautiful!

 

[karrrhu3]

I suspect the serial number is K63248X. That would be a correct 1965 serial number for a Model 17-2. The K is part of the serial number. Without it, 63248X would be a pre-World War II serial number, and the Model 17 did not exist at that time.

Correct, under the grips the number had K prefix!
Noticed it this monday.

 

[KalamazooKid]

You'll love that one! Shoot the heck out of it, clean it, repeat.

 

[jcs266]

Very nice! One of these days I'd love to find a 1960's K38 and/or a K22.

 

[rkittine]

Very nice - I have always loved the K-22 Model 17s

 

[karrrhu3]

First 180 shots fired.
Flawless function, it hit at point of aim. Heavy wind made things harder but generally 4/5 shots hit the chicken targets from 50 meters. Will zero it indoors once my neighbouring indoor range reopens.

 

[s&wchad]

I'm not sure if you're looking for information, or just showing us your new treasure.

The 17-2 was produced between 1961 and 1967. The box appears to be marked Smith & Wesson Incorporated and would be correct for a gun that shipped before 1965-66. It should have an upside-down end label on the lid with the specifications.

That pre-dates Bangor Punta (mid-1960's to the mid-1980's). Looks right as rain and I'm sure you'll enjoy it!

 

[Pine_Worker]

Looks great, wish I still had my 17 no dash.

 

[PaneledZero]

Beautiful! I'd like to get a Model 17 one day to go with my Model 34-1!