Smith & Wesson Model 17

Revolver Smith & Wesson

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Smith & Wesson Model 17 by Smith & Wesson

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Technical Specifications

Type Revolver
Country of origin United States
Manufacturer Smith & Wesson
Designed 1947
Variants Model 617
Barrel length 6 in
Cartridge .22 Long Rifle
Action Double-action revolver
Feed 6 round (Model 17 or earlier 617), or 10 round (Later model 617) cylinder

Data from Smith & Wesson Model 17 (Wikipedia, 2026-09-22). Text licensed under CC BY-SA. Image: CC BY-SA 2.0 — Stephen Z.

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