Videos tagged with Model 17

This video recommends starting with a .22 LR double-action revolver, specifically the Smith & Wesson Model 17, for new firearm owners. The presenter emphasizes that mastering fundamentals on a .22 LR revolver, known for its accuracy and historical production since 1946, will build a strong foundation for shooting any other handgun. Demonstrations highlight the firearm's impressive accuracy and the importance of practicing both single-action and double-action modes.

This "From the Vault" episode features Brownells Gun Tech Steve Ostrem showcasing a custom snub-nosed Smith & Wesson Model 17 revolver. Unlike typical long-barreled target versions, this unique .22 LR K-frame was modified by transplanting a barrel from a .38 Special Model 15 snubbie and installing a .22 rimfire liner. Inspired by a museum piece, it's presented as a prototype training variant for Air Force aircrews from the 1950s. Steve built his for similar training purposes, emphasizing how mastering accuracy with a short sight radius enhances performance with longer barrels, while also acknowledging its high "Coolness Factor."