Why S&W 22LR Revolvers Hard To Find
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I think it is a combination of factors.
* First, they are well made, high quality .22s (can't always say that with some .22s), and people that have them tend to not want to get rid of them...
* Also, with the big increase in the cost of ammo, .22s have become much more popular to those that don't want to spend their entire paycheck on ammo.
* Finally, they don't make the old ones anymore, so as they become more popular, to more and more people, there are only so many to go around.
That's my two cents.
* First, they are well made, high quality .22s (can't always say that with some .22s), and people that have them tend to not want to get rid of them...
* Also, with the big increase in the cost of ammo, .22s have become much more popular to those that don't want to spend their entire paycheck on ammo.
* Finally, they don't make the old ones anymore, so as they become more popular, to more and more people, there are only so many to go around.
That's my two cents.
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Have a look at the current thread ".22 Long Rifle" for a related discussion.
Supply limited (no new ones, well that are desirable anyway).
+Demand very high (especially with current ammo prices)= Very high prices when you can find them. God Bless America and the free market system. Joe
+Demand very high (especially with current ammo prices)= Very high prices when you can find them. God Bless America and the free market system. Joe
Allen-frame
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They aren't. It just depends on where you're looking and what you're willing to pay.
Although I must say ,I've been looking for a decent model 18 for some time ,and haven't even SEEN one.
So yes, sometimes they are tough to find.
You should follow me around a show sometime.
Good Luck ,Allen
Although I must say ,I've been looking for a decent model 18 for some time ,and haven't even SEEN one.
So yes, sometimes they are tough to find.
You should follow me around a show sometime.
Good Luck ,Allen
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I had to call all over the state to find a 6" 617 back in July. Found one 100 miles away and paid a higher price than I wanted.
Smith357
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I see plenty of .22lr S&W revolvers, they are just not at a price I'm willing to pay. Demand is up for the reasons already listed, and so are the prices. I recently found a 1953 kit gun at a good price and bought it. Now if I can find a 17, and a 63 at a decent price I'll be good to go.
desertdweller
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I agree with Allen and Guy.
They are readily available but the prices out going out of sight.
I was able to pick up a 17 and a couple of 34's earlier this year but it was due to the fact the individuals I bought from weren't out to make a killing and they had had them for a long time! I also have a 63 and 48 [22 magnum] which were purchased last year from an older gentleman who getting out of the gun collecting.
It is all about being at the right place at the right time.
Good luck in your search.
They are readily available but the prices out going out of sight.
I was able to pick up a 17 and a couple of 34's earlier this year but it was due to the fact the individuals I bought from weren't out to make a killing and they had had them for a long time! I also have a 63 and 48 [22 magnum] which were purchased last year from an older gentleman who getting out of the gun collecting.
It is all about being at the right place at the right time.
Good luck in your search.
avery53
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I just shot my new to me 617-3 tonight for the first time.
Can't figure why I waited so long. What a great gun!
Only drawback I can see, the double action's a little heavy.
Luv' it, luv' it!
Can't figure why I waited so long. What a great gun!
Only drawback I can see, the double action's a little heavy.
Luv' it, luv' it!
Because they only made a fraction as many in .22 as in the larger calibers.
S&W .22's, (along with any quality .22's). were always a hard sell to the average gun buyer. They actually listed for more than their centerfire counterparts. Joe Gunbuyer, reckoning that if the ammo was cheap, the gun should be cheap as well, usually wouldn't spring for what they cost.
It's a pity, as they missed out on the K-22's, Kit Guns, etc., that were worth every penny they cost.
S&W .22's, (along with any quality .22's). were always a hard sell to the average gun buyer. They actually listed for more than their centerfire counterparts. Joe Gunbuyer, reckoning that if the ammo was cheap, the gun should be cheap as well, usually wouldn't spring for what they cost.
It's a pity, as they missed out on the K-22's, Kit Guns, etc., that were worth every penny they cost.
Ditto most of the above with a few other thoughts. "Will it stop a drug crazed felon in my bedroom at night with my wife and family" Let's be real. How often does that happen? Really? Probably 99% of all revolver rounds are at a target or tin can while camping and the .22 does that at a fraction of the cost of ANY other round.Period! If S&W made the 39 or the 59 auto in .22 or a conversion kit like the Colt ACE it would be a RED HOT seller for sure. It is such a no brainer. It is about cost of ammo for sure and everything else is WAY back in second place. "But I reload to keep costs down" Yea right. Powder measure? did I crimp the case? phone rings,,,,,Where is that mallet? Great for a special load for a once in a lifetime hunt, but 100-200 rounds
of informal plinking? No way! Almost as bad as standing in line for concert ticket or NASCAR race. Life is WAY too short to be a Lemming
My way more than 2 cents ,I'm sure
Ischia
of informal plinking? No way! Almost as bad as standing in line for concert ticket or NASCAR race. Life is WAY too short to be a Lemming
My way more than 2 cents ,I'm sure
Ischia
model70hunter
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Ditto and also old timers bought one 22 and kept it. I have my Dad's 3 screw 4 5/8" Ruger and my uncles 1950 High Standard. They were used and well maintained. When I was young I never saw a K-22. Cost did determine what folks bought.
Saw those. They seem to keep 22lr Smiths in stock. They have several models now.
http://www.budsgunshop.com/catalog/...&ITATR_list[8]=&ITATR_list[9]=&ITATR_list[0]=
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The Answer is Simple.......
Its because you are looking, and maybe just a little too hard!
Rare treasures find you, not the other way around. The harder you look, the less you will see. Most gems appear when you least expect it.
Just pretend you're not looking and see what happens!!
Its because you are looking, and maybe just a little too hard!
Rare treasures find you, not the other way around. The harder you look, the less you will see. Most gems appear when you least expect it.
Just pretend you're not looking and see what happens!!
Greedy b******
bd, please let me know when you die, so that when your heirs sell those Smiths for a song I can pick up a few.
Because some people think that others are hoarding them all.
Enjoy,
bdGreen
bd, please let me know when you die, so that when your heirs sell those Smiths for a song I can pick up a few.
RAMS
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Mr. Green, what are those funny looking guns? And please don't tell me they are Model 35s because I looked it up; S&W Model 35s are semi-autos. I imagine those long, skinny barrels with no ribs or lugs will bend easily, N'est-ce pas?
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I've been looking for a new 4" 617 for a long time without success. I haven't done a massive interweb search, however, just check out the stores/shops here in NW Montana. I see 3" 317s fairly frequently, but no 617s at all and the shops claim that they are "real hard to get."
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