Which .22 DA Revolver?

SQLGeek · Dec 12, 2019

Got a hankering for a .22 double action revolver. Yeah I know, my gun ADD sucks.

They're cheap to feed and I don't realistically have time to reload .44 right now.

So... Which one? I'm between a new S&W 617 4" and the GP 100 5.5" right now. The GP is in the running mainly because it's cheaper.

Moonpie · Dec 12, 2019

S&W 617

Glenn B · Dec 12, 2019

I've got a Smith & Wesson Model 17-3, nice piece.

I know nothing about the particular Ruger you are thinking about but also like Ruger firearms. I have a Ruger Mark II, a Ruger Redhawk 44 REM MAG, a Ruger Single Six Convertible, a Ruger New Model Single Six Convertible (and another of these on the way, just got mailed today), a Ruger Mini 14 Ranch Rifle, a Ruger 10/22. All of my Rugers are nice quality guns as is the S&W Model 17 that I own. Tough decision it would be for me but I do like my Rugers and the Ruger GP100 one would probably win out.

GoPappy · Dec 12, 2019

Don’t overlook one of the earlier Model 17 or K-22 Masterpiece guns, or the Model 18 or Combat Masterpiece (4” barrel). Those were made in the glory days of S&W.

I’ve got an old 5-screw Combat Masterpiece made in 1954, and it is one of my favorite guns to shoot and to look at.

A lot of them are overpriced these days, but you can find one at a fair price sometimes if you’re patient or lucky.

SQLGeek · Dec 12, 2019

GoPappy said:
Don’t overlook one of the earlier Model 17 or K-22 Masterpiece guns, or the Model 18 or Combat Masterpiece (4” barrel). Those were made in the glory days of S&W.

I left those out mainly because the 17s/18s are $$$ and I'd rather have the 10 round capacity of the newer models. And I'm not a fan of the black bluing on the new Model 18 Classics.

GoPappy said:
you’re patient or lucky.

I'm neither.

smittyb · Dec 12, 2019

Curious, why is the SP101 not in the running?

Byrd666 · Dec 12, 2019

The little Ruger 3" LCRX .22lr I've got is relatively inexpensive and reliable. Only about 500+- rounds so far but, it likes the cheaper Aguila and Remington ammo.

SQLGeek · Dec 12, 2019

smittyb said:
Curious, why is the SP101 not in the running?

I prefer the size of the K frame / GP100 over the slightly smaller SP. That and the trigger of the SP101 22 is atrociously heavy IMO.

smittyb · Dec 12, 2019

SQLGeek said:
I prefer the size of the K frame / GP100 over the slightly smaller SP. That and the trigger of the SP101 22 is atrociously heavy IMO.

Fair enough. My newest GP trigger was not great either, btw. I think they all need a little polishing nowadays.

lonestardiver · Dec 12, 2019

If you can find one, consider a Dan Wesson.

avvidclif · Dec 12, 2019

If you run across a S & W Model 63 they are really nice. Stainless model with J-frame (like Chief) 6 shot 22 SA/DA w/4"Barrel and target sights.

vmax · Dec 12, 2019

I got me one of these when they came out..
Freaking awesome

benenglish · Dec 12, 2019

lonestardiver said:
If you can find one, consider a Dan Wesson.

Since you prefer something K-frame-sized, this is the best advice I've seen so far.

That said, I have a S&W M18 and I love it. That, a 17, a K-22...it's hard to go wrong with any K-frame S&W .22.

Moonpie · Dec 12, 2019

I’ve one of the J-frame Model 63’s.
It is an 8 shot.
You’re welcome to try it out.

robertc1024 · Dec 12, 2019

S&W 17. If you have any doubt, come shoot mine. Don't cheap out, you'll regret it later.

Pistol Pete · Dec 12, 2019

A used 17 or 18 or new 617.. The 617 is a little higher than a Ruger but well worth the difference for the better trigger alone.

SQLGeek · Dec 12, 2019

Moonpie said:
I’ve one of the J-frame Model 63’s.
It is an 8 shot.
You’re welcome to try it out.

You've let me try it a couple of times and I do like the way it shoots. I am leaning more toward the larger frame though since it'll be purely for range plinking.

SQLGeek · Dec 12, 2019

robertc1024 said:
S&W 17. If you have any doubt, come shoot mine. Don't cheap out, you'll regret it later.

I'm watching a few on GunBroker now to see what they are going to go for. Watching a couple of 29s also.

I do like the classic blued guns.

Dawico · Dec 13, 2019

The GP100 is tough to beat in any caliber.

Shoot them enough and the trigger becomes a thing of beauty.

smittyb · Dec 13, 2019

Dawico said:
The GP100 is tough to beat in any caliber.
Clip a coil and polish the hammer strut, and it becomes a thing of beauty.

FIFY

Which .22 DA Revolver?

The #1 community for Gun Owners in Texas

Member Benefits:

Muh state lines

Omnipotent Potentate for hire.

Retired & Loving It

Well-Known

Muh state lines

TGT Addict

Flyin' 'round in circles........somewhere

Muh state lines

TGT Addict

TGT Addict

TGT Addict

TGT Addict

Just Another Boomer

Omnipotent Potentate for hire.

Moderator

Active Member

Muh state lines

Muh state lines

Uncoiled

TGT Addict

Forum statistics