Up for sale is a Smith & Wesson Model 17-4 Revolver, chambered in .22 Long Rifle (LR) with a long and accurate 8 3/8" barrel. This classic revolver is ideal for target shooting, plinking, and collectors of vintage Smith & Wesson firearms.

Key Features:

• Manufacturer: Smith & Wesson
• Model: 17-4 (K-22 Masterpiece)
• Caliber: .22 Long Rifle (.22 LR)
• Barrel Length: 8 3/8 inches
• Finish: Factory blued steel with slight wear
• Sights:
  • Front: Patridge front sight
  • Rear: Adjustable for windage and elevation
• Action: Double-Action/Single-Action (DA/SA)
• Capacity: 6 rounds
• Grips: Original checkered walnut grips with Smith & Wesson medallions
• Rail: Weaver scope rail installed (removable)

Condition Overview:

• Metal Finish: The factory blued finish shows minor handling marks and slight surface wear consistent with age and light use, particularly near the cylinder and barrel.
• Grips: The original walnut grips are in excellent condition with beautiful checkering and no significant chips or cracks.
• Bore and Mechanics: The bore is clean and bright with strong rifling. The revolver functions flawlessly with a smooth, crisp trigger pull in both single and double-action modes.
• Rail: A Weaver rail has been installed, making this revolver optics-ready for enhanced precision shooting.

Collector's Note:

The Smith & Wesson Model 17, part of the K-22 Masterpiece series, is celebrated for its accuracy, balance, and craftsmanship. The long 8 3/8" barrel makes it a standout for target shooters and an excellent addition to any Smith & Wesson collection. This revolver represents Smith & Wesson's golden era of precision revolver manufacturing.

Based on the serial number 25K1945, your Smith & Wesson Model 17-4 was manufactured between 1978 and 1979. Serial numbers in this range (25K001 to 56K999) correspond to production years 1978 through 1979.

Ideal Use:

• Target shooting
• Plinking
• Collecting classic Smith & Wesson firearms