I’ll grab a Ruger single action 22/22 mag at some point. But this one will work just fine for a plinking gun.

You chose wisely. I have owned one about 45 years. I love it.

Absolutely gorgeous! That's going to be going to be alot fun.

Congratulations on your find. That's one that is still on my bucket list.

Great addition to your revolver family. The 17-4 and earlier with the pinned barrels are really great shooters.

There is no denying, the 17 is an amazing classic Smith and Wesson revolver.

Congratulations on this find.

Very nice revolver.

For not being a revolver guy until the last couple of months, you sure know how to pick 'em !

“She’s a beaut’ Clark”.

There is something Zen like about the 17’s/K22’s. Even if they or you or the ammo are not shooting well they are still just amazing fun to shoot, own and look at. Enjoy it.

Revolvers are awesome. I am a wonder nine era kid. Grew up with Die Hard, Lethal Weapon and the rise of Glock, but I friggin love me a nice wheel gun and really need to shoot mine more.

Nicely done (again)!

I have a ‘47 / ‘48-era K22 that is both a great “trainer” for DA shooting but also fantastic on its own.

Sounds like you have LPCS - Lay's Potato Chip Syndrome.

Adios,

Pizza Bob

Good catch.
I think your .22 ought to be your best gun, you will be able to shoot it the most. (Not counting competition and training requiring a centerfire, of course.)

My model 17 got used a lot- by conservative estimate over 100K through it just by me ( mid 60’s gun bought used) never a part failure, replacement or anything but routine cleaning. I could be completely content with just S&W wheel guns, and no autos at all

I’ve got a K22 in layaway at work, circa 1950. Hope to have it out in a couple of weeks.

I was pleased to add a 60's vintage M17 many years ago and then several years later, an M617. I've used both as teaching guns.

Finally got it. Blueing is not bad at all. Gonna be a shooter like all my guns so not a concern either way. Found out my brother also has a 17-3.

Probably the finest handgun I’ve ever held.