Q: Can I dry fire my Smith & Wesson? A: Yes, except for the . 22 caliber pistols which includes models 22A, 22S, 422, 2206, 2214, 2213 and 41.

What frame is a S&W Model 17?

K-frame
The Smith & Wesson Model 17 is a six-shot double-action revolver chambered for . 22 LR. It is built on Smith & Wesson’s medium-sized K-frame.

Is it OK to dry fire a Smith and Wesson revolver?

Q: Can I dry fire my Smith & Wesson? A: Yes, except for the . 22 caliber pistols which includes models 22A, 22S, 422, 2206, 2214, 2213 and 41.

What frame is the 686?

L
The Model 686 is based on S&W’s L (medium) revolver frame. During the 1980s, Smith & Wesson developed its L-Frame line of . 357 Magnums: the Model 581, Model 586, Model 681 and Model 686. The Models 581 and 681 have fixed sights, whereas the 586 and 686 use adjustable sights.

What is the lightest Smith and Wesson revolver?

Smith & Wesson Model 329PD
The Smith & Wesson Model 329PD takes technology the company pioneered for smaller revolvers and ports it to large frame, large caliber revolvers. The result is perhaps the lightest . 44 Magnum revolver ever made.

What’s the difference between a Smith & Wesson J-frame & K frame?

J-Frame Revolvers S&W had two frame sizes in 1894 when it designed the side swing or swing-out-cylinders line of revolvers. The smaller-sized frame was called the “I-frame,” and the larger-sized frame was known as the “K-frame.” These designations were an internal way for employees to identify the frame sizes.

What is the difference between a Smith and Wesson K frame and L frame?

The “L-Frame” is built for continuous Magnum® usage. The “K-Frame” is built for the 38 S&W Special cartridge and has been a favorite of military and police as well as target shooters and enthusiasts.

Does Smith & Wesson have a lifetime warranty?

Smith & Wesson will repair, without charge, for the lifetime of the original owner, any Smith & Wesson handgun purchased on or after February 1, 1989, and any M&P15 series rifle, that is found to have a defect in material or workmanship.