New 617-6

[Tilheyra]

I have found myself the proud owner of a third revolver! I really need to do something about them multiplying...

My new revolver is a 617-6! I wanted a quality gun that could shoot .22LR, thus complementing my Ruger 10/22, and wanted a revolver as they are not picky with ammo (and if it isn't clear already, I really like S&W revolvers). It was quite a challenge determining whether to go with the 617 or 63, and after pouring over many threads on this site and others, I was ultimately pushed just enough to the 617 side. I haven't gone to the range to shoot it yet, but I should be shooting my "high capacity assault revolver" (as hickok45 put it) at some point this weekend! I have already cleaned it, so it is ready to go!

The photo shows my revolver family. On the left is my 642-1, my new 617-6 in the middle, and then my 67-5 with aftermarket rosewood grips.

 

[jstanfield103]

If you watched Hickok45 shooting that revolver I imagine that he helped a lot to push you over the edge. I Love mine, great revolver after S&W fixed the initial problem I had with it.

Congratulations on yours. Keep us informed on how she does.

 

[nipperdog]

I have my 617 set up with the Vortex Venom Red Dot Sight on a Raptor Mount.
It makes an Accurate Combo even with Cheap Ammo
I love to Shoot it.

 

[joespapa]

I have found myself the proud owner of a third revolver! I really need to do something about them multiplying...



My new revolver is a 617-6! I wanted a quality gun that could shoot .22LR, thus complementing my Ruger 10/22, and wanted a revolver as they are not picky with ammo (and if it isn't clear already, I really like S&W revolvers). It was quite a challenge determining whether to go with the 617 or 63, and after pouring over many threads on this site and others, I was ultimately pushed just enough to the 617 side. I haven't gone to the range to shoot it yet, but I should be shooting my "high capacity assault revolver" (as hickok45 put it) at some point this weekend! I have already cleaned it, so it is ready to go!



The photo shows my revolver family. On the left is my 642-1, my new 617-6 in the middle, and then my 67-5 with aftermarket rosewood grips.

Awesome!


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[one eye joe]

I have found myself the proud owner of a third revolver! I really need to do something about them multiplying...

My new revolver is a 617-6! I wanted a quality gun that could shoot .22LR, thus complementing my Ruger 10/22, and wanted a revolver as they are not picky with ammo (and if it isn't clear already, I really like S&W revolvers). It was quite a challenge determining whether to go with the 617 or 63, and after pouring over many threads on this site and others, I was ultimately pushed just enough to the 617 side. I haven't gone to the range to shoot it yet, but I should be shooting my "high capacity assault revolver" (as hickok45 put it) at some point this weekend! I have already cleaned it, so it is ready to go!

The photo shows my revolver family. On the left is my 642-1, my new 617-6 in the middle, and then my 67-5 with aftermarket rosewood grips.

WELCOME TO THE FORUM. THAT IS AN ATTRACTIVE, AND PRACTICAL TRIO OF REVOLVERS......

IF THE AFTERMARKET ROSEWOOD GRIPS FIT YOUR HAND WELL, I WOULD SUGGEST THAT YOU REPLACE THE STOCK GRIPS ON YOUR NEW 617, WITH AN IDENTICAL PAIR OF ROSEWOOD GRIPS. THIS WILL EASE YOUR TRANSITION FROM ONE REVOLVER TO THE OTHER, WHILE YOU ARE WORKING ON REVOLVER BASICS......

FOR EXAMPLE---I HAVE BEEN SHOOTING S&W REVOLVERS FOR SEVERAL DECADES. THE MAJORITY OF MY REVOLVERS HAVE 4" BARRELS. THE REASON IS THAT THE 4" REVOLVERS BALANCE BEST FOR ME---BOTH IN MY HAND AND VISUALLY.....

IN ADDITION, I HAVE REPLACED THE THE GOODYEAR FINGER GROOVES ON EACH OF THEM, WITH IDENTICAL AHRENDS SMOOTH TACTICAL CONVERSION GRIPS, IN TUNG OIL FINISHED, MORADILLO WOOD. THEY AFFORD ME GOOD PURCHASE, AND GUN CONTROL......

I AM NOT AN EXPERT, BUT I AM A BETTER THAN AVERAGE SHOOTER. MY LEVEL OF PERFORMANCE IS ABOUT THE SAME WITH EVERY REVOLVER IN MY ARSENAL. IN FACT IF I CLOSED MY EYES AND HANDED ME AT RANDOM, 2 OR 3 OF MY REVOLVERS IN SUCCESSION---I WOULD NOT BE ABLE TO TELL ONE REVOLVER, FROM THE OTHER.......

IN FACT---YOU MAY WISH TO TAKE YOUR M67 TO THE RANGE, WHEN YOU SHOOT YOUR NEW M617. SHOOT A BOX OF .22LR, WITH THE GOODYEARS, THEN SWAP GRIPS, AND SHOOT A BOX WITH YOUR AFTERMARKET GRIPS. DETERMINE WHAT WORKS BEST FOR YOU......

BELOW IS WHAT WORKS BEST FOR ME.......

 

[Ashlander]

I have a bunch of revolvers, but the one I shoot by far the most is my 4" 617-6. Great gun (and lot's of fun)!

 

[kraynky]

Wish I had kept mine, but a birthyear ('58) model 28 came up when funds were tight (what's new there?). I figured I could always find another 617-6. Maybe Santa will bring me one.......!

 

[627Pro]

Bought my 617-6 three years ago. Great gun! It makes me seem like a better shooter than I am, everyone who shoots it loves it. Only tip I have it to keep the chambers clean. I had a couple that got "sticky" fairly fast, but a good scrubbing took care of that the first time, and I kept after it from then on.

Get a lot of ammo - you'll go through it fast - and go have fun shooting it!

 

[nachogrande]

4" 617-6 HERE TOO.

Not so sure "the ammo won't matter" is entirely true. Mine collects 22 crud around the forcing cone & rear of the top strap, others get it in the chambers or under the star. A bronze brush is a must have in your range bag IMO. A good brush out is needed every 150-300 rounds depending on ammo. For me an Ansac speed loader & block take it to another level. Welcome & enjoy.

 

[Tilheyra]

Not so sure "the ammo won't matter" is entirely true. Mine collects 22 crud around the forcing cone & rear of the top strap, others get it in the chambers or under the star. A bronze brush is a must have in your range bag IMO. A good brush out is needed every 150-300 rounds depending on ammo. For me an Ansac speed loader & block take it to another level. Welcome & enjoy.

Very true. I should have been more specific about that part in my original post. I was thinking about the failure to feed issues that many people have with certain kinds of ammo in .22LR semi-auto pistols. My point was that revolvers aren't picky when it comes to certain brands/kinds of ammo. However, as you indicate, I do recognize that there will still be issues related to the level of cleanliness. I've heard that the inherent dirtiness of most .22LR ammo causes fouling problems after lots of rounds are fired through a revolver, so that is something I will be watching out for.

 

[Tilheyra]

IF THE AFTERMARKET ROSEWOOD GRIPS FIT YOUR HAND WELL, I WOULD SUGGEST THAT YOU REPLACE THE STOCK GRIPS ON YOUR NEW 617, WITH AN IDENTICAL PAIR OF ROSEWOOD GRIPS. THIS WILL EASE YOUR TRANSITION FROM ONE REVOLVER TO THE OTHER, WHILE YOU ARE WORKING ON REVOLVER BASICS......

I was wondering whether or not I should get wood grips for the 617-6. The wood grips certainly up the visual appeal of my 67-5, and I like the classic look to it, but until I held both last night I did not think about how stark the felt difference would be. Now that I am used to the rosewood grips, the factory rubber grips just feel kind of odd. I'll make sure to test that on the 617-6 first, but I think I'll be going the route of replacing the factory grips with wood grips sooner rather than later.

 

[627Pro]

I thought about replacing the plain old black factory grips on mine too, but never quite got around to it. Frankly, I have no problem them. I may be in a minority, but I like them. Yes, wood grips (some of them anyway) certainly look better, but I get a pretty good grip with the factory grips. Besides, they match my 627Pro.

Now on a blued gun, that would be a different story. I can't imagine having black rubber/plastic/whatever grips on my old Model 28 Highway Patrolman. Shudder just thinking about it.

 

[Fish4bass101]

Love my 617. Put a fiber optic front sight on it and got a Speed Beez speed loader and loading block and man it is a fun, accurate gun. I prefer the rubber grips myself. Have fun with your 617 and buy plenty of ammo. You’ll probably need it.

 

[Tilheyra]

I got back from the range a little bit ago. I ended up firing 130 rounds of Federal Auto Match 22LR (the ammo my Ruger 10/22 likes) through my new 617-6. I encountered no problems at all with the operation of the revolver! I did notice that I needed to use a little more force ejecting the casings towards the end of my session, and that I needed to adjust the sights. Surprisingly, the trigger on the 617-6 feels just like the one on my 67-5, and was surprising because I have read quite a few posts on forums claiming that the trigger is heavier than other revolver triggers. If those posts are true, it seems I lucked out with the trigger of my 617-6.

All in all, I am very happy with how my 617-6 performed today, learned that I still have a lot of practice I need to do before I can call myself a good shot, and am happy that I have a new revolver that fires pretty inexpensive ammo!

Edit: One last thing! The factory grips were no problem, but after comparing those to the wood grips, I'll be ordering some wood grips pretty soon. I can't tell if the grips made a difference in terms of my shooting, but I just can't resist that classic look!

 

[joe44va]

All I want for Christmas is:
A 617.