2011 Smith & Wesson Model 617-6 .22LR 6" 160578 10-Shot Stainless Double Action Revolver & CaseOur Assessment: This a Smith & Wesson Model 617, 10-Shot .22 Long Rifle Single and Double Action Target Revolver with a 6" barrel. These revolvers are tremendous fun to shoot. So much fun, that an aftermarket supply of speed-loaders and speed-loader blocks has sprung up to service the demand there are performance competition parts from brands like Apex Tactical and Allchin Gun parts. 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. You can use it for pest control or 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!
Make: Smith & Wesson
Model: 617-6
Serial Number: CRD5888
Year of Manufacture: 2011
Caliber: .22 Long Rifle
Action Type: Single/Double Action Swing-Out Cylinder 10-Shot Revolver
Barrel Length: 6"
Sights / Optics: The front sight is an orange fiber-optic blade pinned to the barrel's solid rib. The rear sight is a white-outlined square notch adjustable for windage and elevation in a base screwed to the topstrap.
Grip Configuration & Condition: The grip is a S&W branded pebble-textured black rubber Hogue Monogrip. The grip has minor handling wear. The grips rate in about Fine-excellent overall condition.
Type of Finish: Stainless Steel
Finish Originality: Original
Bore Condition: The bore is bright and the rifling is sharp. There is no erosion in the bore. In this writer's opinion, the bore rates 10 out of 10.
Overall Condition: This handgun retains about 97% of its metal finish. There are some light scratches and a few little marks in the metal. The cylinder has a light turn-line. The screw heads are sharp. The markings are clear. Overall, this handgun rates in about excellent condition.
Mechanics: The action functions correctly. We did not fire this handgun. As with all used firearms, a more thorough cleaning may be necessary to meet your maintenance requirements.
Box, Paperwork & Accessories: This revolver comes in a serial-matching blue plastic S&W case with paperwork including manual.
CA LEGALITY: CA DEALER Transferable: YES, CA PPT: NO.
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