Suggestions needed for a .22 revolver

[Moe123]

I am in the market for a .22 revolver. I want it in stainless. SA or DA? euh, I guess I don't really care. I know the S&W 617 and the Ruger family. Do I have other choices? Probably... What do you suggest? Price is an issue, I don't want to pay more than 800-900$. Cheers,

Moe123

 

[MauserMike]

Its hard to beat the S&W model 617. You can shoot it single action if you #### the hammer. Loading/unloading much faster than a SA since you have a swing out cylinder and ejector rod. Its easier to prove "safe" on the firing line by leaving the cylinder out.

 

[pitdogboy]

DA as the cylinder on SA is a pain to 'show clear' during cease fire etc.

Smith is my fav.

 

[geologist]

If you can accept blue, you can buy a used SW 17 in VG condition for $350-$400 easy. Since they are almost impossible to shoot out they are a steal.

 

[PeteL]

If you can accept blue, you can buy a used SW 17 in VG condition for $350-$400 easy. Since they are almost impossible to shoot out they are a steal.

A Big +1 for the model 17.

 

[medicstimpy]

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[Bronco Boy]

The Ruger Single Six is a VERY fine .22 revolver and comes with a extra cylinder for for a quick and easy .22 mag conversion. I love S&W but I would also give the Ruger a good long look if I were you.

 

[41 Colt]

If you want a SA get the Ruger, if you want a DA get the S&W.

 

[Tex Critter]

A used S&W K-22 with a six inch barrel would be my choice.

Tex sends

 

[dan belisle]

In stainless, Ruger in SA, S&W or DW in DA. - dan

 

[Rudy H]

A used S&W K-22 with a six inch barrel would be my choice.

Also the way I'd go.

 

[MauserMike]

The old S&W are lovely - my choice too but for your stainless preference. Older the better IMO.

They're a perfect match for a K-38