Smith & Wesson Model 17

Smith & Wesson · Pistol · Discontinued · 1947

Weight (empty)1151 g (40.6 oz)
Overall Length286 mm (11.26")
Barrel Length152 mm (5.98")
Height149 mm (5.87")
Width37 mm (1.46")
Magazine Capacity6 rounds
Action TypeDouble Action
Firing MechanismDouble Action Single Action
Muzzle Velocity330 m/s (1083 fps)
Muzzle Energy141 J (104 ft·lbf)
Effective Range50 m (55 yd)
Frame MaterialCarbon Steel

Primary Caliber: .22 Long Rifle

The Smith & Wesson Model 17, known as the K-22 Masterpiece, is a six-shot double-action/single-action revolver chambered in .22 Long Rifle, built on Smith & Wesson's medium-size K-frame. First produced in 1947 as the K-22 Target Masterpiece and redesignated the Model 17 in 1957 when S&W adopted numerical model designations, it is widely regarded as one of the finest .22 LR target revolvers ever manufactured. Weighing 1,151 grams (40.6 ounces) unloaded with a 152mm (6-inch) barrel and 286mm (11.2...

Country of Origin: United States