I've been saving up for a while and it's finally time, Im ready to purhase my 10 shot .22 revolver! My only dilemma is if I should go with the Ruger GP100, 5.5" barrel, or Smith and Wesson 617, 4" or 6" barrel. Smith is around $80, so price really isn't an issue. Hopefully someone on here can sway me one way or another! Thank you!

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I've been saving up for a while and it's finally time, Im ready to purhase my 10 shot .22 revolver! My only  dilemma is if I should go with the Ruger GP100, 5.5" barrel, or Smith and Wesson 617, 4" or 6" barrel.  Smith is around $80, so price really isn't an issue. Hopefully someone on here can sway me one way or another! Thank you!

Randy I. · Answer

I would take the ruger gp100 ruger is great at standing behind their products and the GP100s (in all calibers) are built like tanks and the price difference will buy a lot of 22lr ammo

Randy I. · Answer

the only other thing I will say is I like the balance of the shorter GP100 4.5 inch barrel over the 5.5 https://www.budsgunshop.com/catalog/product_info.php/products_id/411557983/Ruger+1766+GP100+22LR+4.2+DA

James G. · Answer

Zachary, these both are fine pistols. Your decision should be based on usage. I am guessing target, plinking and maybe small game. I would stick with the 5.5" or 6" barrel of the GP100 or 617. I own a 617 so I may come off as a little biased. It is accurate, reliable and a joy to shoot. I am sure the GP100 is also. Since they are similar, I would take a trip to a local dealer and handle both to see which feels best to you. There is no bad choice here, they are neck and neck.

Steve P. · Answer

Hi Zachary, these both are excellent firearms. I would go with the Ruger GP100.

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