I guess I'm blessed...bought the 6" and 4" this year and they were perfect out of the box. Painted the front sights red for my aging old-man eyes. Be careful with lighter springs, rimfires require a stiffer one for good primer strikes.
@Joeak74
8 ай бұрын
I've been hearing about these issues, I'm a Smith & Wesson fan, but because I kept hearing these issues, I purchased the Ruger LCR and LCRX revolvers in both 22LR and 22WMR. Zero issues with any of them. Great triggers too. I still want a 4 inch 617, but will only purchase it if I can see it in my hands to inspect it BEFORE purchase. Thank you for the review.
@drummer0864
6 ай бұрын
Thanks for the review. I've heard similar stories and I agree that this could tip the cart. there is to much good competition out there to let quality slip away. I personally have several S&W pistoles and have always felt they were the best in my collection of all the other brands. They must have lost some of the older craftsman a couple of years ago during the nations debacle and haven't had time for the newbies to catch up. S&W has been around for 150 years, so I hope they get it together. The one time I had a problem, their service department fixed the problem and it was free including shipping. That gun is now back to new condition again. To anyone who has a problem, don't hesitate to get the problem fixed by them, even though it's a pain, they are second to none.
@bigtrev761
Жыл бұрын
🇦🇺😎👍Nice. I’ve had one since 2012. Mine has shot about 10000 rds without fault. I replaced the grip with a Hogue grip and I adjusted the spring to lighten the trigger. Great choice🏁. Previously owning a GP 100 and then purchasing the S&W I did notice the finish on the 617 was a little bit yesterday. Dull stainless , dodgey looking trigger ,not to mention how stiff it was. But alls good now.
@johnhicks9542
Жыл бұрын
I bought the 4" back in January. It also had issues with lead blow back and more light strikes than was normal. After I fired about 2500 rounds thru it, I contacted S&W and they sent me a return label. The gun was gone for exactly 7 weeks. They had replaced the yolk and the main spring tension screw. The gun is now perfect. A very smooth double action trigger at 9lbs, 8oz. I have also. Bought the new Colt King Cobra target 22, which has a terrible trigger, but otherwise is a good solid gun. Overall, I like the 617 better than the Colt.
@sherlock1895
11 ай бұрын
I’m currently debating between the 2. Esthetically speaking I like the appearance of the Colt better. I think I’d be content with either. It may come down to price. Cheers!
@steveharvey6421
8 ай бұрын
I am not happy with mine one out of ten rounds is a dud. I will not be happy with having to take it back either.
@billybear7276
5 ай бұрын
@@sherlock1895smith e colt sono più o meno sullo stesso livello. Come usato la colt King Cobra costa un po' di più
@billybear7276
5 ай бұрын
@@steveharvey6421strano, io l'ho provato e ho tirato molto bene
@sherlock1895
11 ай бұрын
Thank you for the review. I’m also looking at the Colt King Cobra 22. Still haven’t decided which one. Cheers!
@gregoryjames7976
Жыл бұрын
Thank you for your informative video. Was considering this, the Ruger gp100, and Colt now has the King Cobra. The S&W seems to the only one available. Your video may explain why.
@thomaskingsbury6560
3 ай бұрын
The high price point is to cover the cost to repair IF it has to be returned. They are probably 50/50 good/bad ratio.
@stankillian4045
2 ай бұрын
After watching this video, I was wondering how the repairs on the 4” came out? I thought maybe you would have done a follow-up video on that, but there is nothing I could find listed in your channel line up. I purchased the 617 - 4 inch a couple months ago and have been mostly satisfied. It does seem like it gets more light strikes than I would expect. I use CCI Mini Mag Target, which runs flawlessly in my Ruger Mark IV’s and several other semi-autos.
@billybear7276
5 ай бұрын
Ho provato la versione con canna da 4", che è più maneggevole, più bilanciato e meno pesante della versione da 6", anche se inevitabilmente un po' meno preciso. Ottime prestazioni comunque e sempre grande affidabilità. Un pezzo che il collezionista deve per forza avere
@gunmonkey6545
Жыл бұрын
I concur about their QC. I recently bought the 43C and it had issues and is currently at S&W for repair. I hope they fix it because I love everything about it. It’s crazy light, the trigger is heavy but very smooth, and it’s accurate. For $800 dollars it shouldn’t have any problems, especially when I have a Kel Tec that runs flawlessly and it was $200. I am considering selling mine when it gets back unless they do a great job on it like yours. Unfortunately, I already purchased the Speed Beez package for $100.
@viktor-rp7xl
8 ай бұрын
so you have to pay for repairs ?
@gunmonkey6545
8 ай бұрын
No, they cover the cost for everything, it’s just frustrating. It works great now, but they did a lot of work that should be addressed before they let it leave the floor.
@jacobgrossmann9216
6 ай бұрын
I’ve had a 617 for years. I highly recommend the Ansac Speedloader as well.
@douglashorning69
10 ай бұрын
I bought the 6 and 4 inch and the target semi. The model 41 had to go back. It was a total mess. The 4-inch had machining debris under the side plate and a rough star. The 6-inch worked okay, needed a break in and lighter spring kit. Smith is done making metal guns. They seem to have moved on to plastic striker fired models. The good that came of this is I learned how to work on my own firearms and got rid of the 41.
@steveharvey6421
2 ай бұрын
I have had a few duds but then I always have duds with 22s and handguns
@terryfowler6090
7 ай бұрын
I have a 617 6 shot and have never had any problems. Suspect the problems are with higher demand ten shot version.
@uspatriot7484
2 ай бұрын
Problem? You and me both. Light firing pin strikes . They told me the old Yoke story and a new firing pin. Over $900 and thats what I get?
@nederlander9321
6 ай бұрын
So you bought two brand new Smith revolvers and both had to go back for repair. Really like the 617 but those odds of bad QC are just a bit too high considering the price on these.
@mxaexm
7 ай бұрын
That was going to be my next purchase (most likely 4 inch) but based on this video, I’m not too sure anymore.
@JohnWhite-xc3md
10 ай бұрын
I recently bought one of these new. Its an excellent shooter, but its very difficult to eject spent shells even after cleaning. Id this common?
@TheFullNeilson
10 ай бұрын
When I use higher velocity ammo I have this issues because the shell casing expand more in the cylinder. I find standard or lower velocity ammo does not have this issue. This might help you. Good luck.
@otunca
4 ай бұрын
Im going back and front between 4 inch and 6 inch Which one can you recommend for me? Thx a million
@TheFullNeilson
4 ай бұрын
The 4 inch has better balance. They are both heavy and very accurate. I sold the 4 inch and still have the 6 inch because I was able to achieve a much better trigger pull with the 6 inch and I like the esthestics of it better.
@TheFullNeilson
4 ай бұрын
If you don't like a really front end heavy gun you won't like the 6 inch.
@flexmtb
5 ай бұрын
literally everyone I know that has a SW had to send it in. Don't get me wrong, I love them, they are what they are, but yeah. There is no quality control in my personal experience.
@AhmadAfghan-o7o
4 ай бұрын
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@UltimateEnd0
2 күн бұрын
Revolvers are finnicky, there not like modern pistols, they require hand fitment and billet parts
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