Make: Smith & Wesson

Model: 617-6, The K-22 Masterpiece Stainless Full-Lug

Serial Number: DED1184

Year of Manufacture: Circa 2001-2003 / Modern

Caliber: .22 Long Rifle

Action Type: 10-Shot Single and Double Action Revolver with Swing-Out Cylinder

Barrel Length: 6"

Sights / Optics: The front sight is a pinned Patridge style blade pinned into a rise in the serrated solid rib. There is a square notch S&W micrometer click adjustable rear sight adjustable for windage and elevation. The top strap is drilled and tapped under the rear sight.

Stock Configuration & Condition: The grips are two piece rubber overmolded with finger grooves and S&W logos molded in their sides. There is little to no handling wear. There are no chips or cracks. The grips rate in about Excellent overall condition.

Type of Finish: Stainless Steel, Case Color hammer and trigger.

Finish Originality: Original

Bore Condition: The bore is bright and the rifling is sharp. There is no erosion in the bore. There is a scratch in the bottom of the bore about half an inch from the muzzle. In this writer's opinion the bore rates 7/10.

Overall Condition: This handgun retains about 95% of its metal finish. There are scattered draglines and swirl marks. There is a turn line on the cylinder. There is oxidation on the sides of the trigger. The case color is somewhat muted. The screw heads range from sharp to lightly used with strong slots. The markings are clear. Overall, this handgun rates in about Very Good condition.

Mechanics: The action functions correctly. The single-action trigger is crisp and the double-action is smooth. The cylinder locks up with light play on each chamber. We did not fire this handgun. As with all used firearms, a thorough cleaning may be necessary to meet your maintenance standards.

Box, Paperwork & Accessories: None.

Our Assessment: This is a Smith & Wesson Model 617, 10-Shot .22 Long Rifle Single and Double Action Target Revolver with a 6” full underlug barrel. These revolvers are tremendous fun to shoot and this one will be no different. So much fun, that an aftermarket supply of speed-loaders and speed-loader blocks has sprung up to service the demand. You can use this revolver to compete in everything from Ruger Rimfire Matches to the Steel Challenge. You can use it for informal or formal target shooting and taking care of pests. You can use it for practice, as an understudy, instead of using expensive centerfire ammo to practice double-action revolver shooting. But most of all, you can use it with your friends and family to have fun!