S&W Model 17
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The Smith and Wesson Model 17 is a six shot double action revolver
chambered for .22 LR. Built on the medium "K" frame, it has adjustable sights and is very similar to its predecessor, the S&W K-22, differing only in minor details. The Model 17 is capable of shooting 1.5" groups at 50 yards.
Today, the Model 17 is survived by Smith & Wesson's Model 617, which is chambered for six or ten rounds and features 4" or 6" full underlug barrel.
Revolver
A revolver is a repeating firearm that has a cylinder containing multiple chambers and at least one barrel for firing. The first revolver ever made was built by Elisha Collier in 1818. The percussion cap revolver was invented by Samuel Colt in 1836. This weapon became known as the Colt Paterson...
chambered for .22 LR. Built on the medium "K" frame, it has adjustable sights and is very similar to its predecessor, the S&W K-22, differing only in minor details. The Model 17 is capable of shooting 1.5" groups at 50 yards.
Today, the Model 17 is survived by Smith & Wesson's Model 617, which is chambered for six or ten rounds and features 4" or 6" full underlug barrel.
External links
- Smith & Wesson K-22s
- Smith & Wesson Homepage
- (http://www.sport-jagdwaffen.de/products/de/Waffen/Smith-Wesson/Smith-und-Wesson-Masterpice-Mod-17.html?)