Smith & Wesson · Pistol · In Production · 1997
| Weight (empty) | 354 g (12.5 oz) |
| Overall Length | 183 mm (7.20") |
| Barrel Length | 76 mm (2.99") |
| Height | 127 mm (5.00") |
| Width | 33 mm (1.30") |
| Magazine Capacity | 8 rounds |
| Firing Mechanism | Double Action Single Action |
| Muzzle Velocity | 300 m/s (984 fps) |
| Muzzle Energy | 117 J (86 ft·lbf) |
| Effective Range | 35 m (38 yd) |
| Frame Material | Aluminum Alloy |
Primary Caliber: .22 Long Rifle
The Smith & Wesson Model 317 Kit Gun is the extended-barrel variant of the revolutionary Model 317 AirLite, a lightweight J-frame revolver chambered in .22 Long Rifle specifically designed for outdoorsmen, hunters, and recreational shooters who need a compact, packable sidearm for wilderness activities. Introduced in 1997 alongside the standard Model 317, the Kit Gun designation honors a Smith & Wesson tradition dating back to the 1930s when the company first marketed small revolvers as essentia...
Country of Origin: United States