Smith & Wesson Model 317-1 AirLite Kit Gun .22 LR, 3-inch, 8-Shot J-Frame, Matte Silver
This Smith & Wesson Model 317-1 AirLite Kit Gun is a compact, 8-shot .22 LR J-frame with a 3 in barrel, aluminum-alloy construction, and fully adjustable sights. The dash-1 variant shown here wears a matte silver finish, has no internal lock keyhole visible, and carries a factory-listed weight of approximately 11.9 oz in the 3-inch configuration.
Condition
Overall Condition: Very good condition, showing only light, superficial signs of prior handling or use.
Bore Condition: Excellent - Clean, mirror finish, no signs of wear.
Bore Rifling: Excellent Rifling - Sharp lands and grooves.
Specific Condition Notes: Minor evidence of prior use is present. The chamber is clean. Rifling shows a bright, sharp appearance.
What's Included
- A.E. Nelson Leather Co. Model 393 black leather belt holster with retention strap
The Model 317-1 is a J-frame rimfire with an 8-shot cylinder and a 3 in barrel, delivering .22 LR capacity in a compact package. As an AirLite Kit Gun, it emphasizes low weight with a factory-listed 11.9 oz figure for the 3-inch configuration.
Its construction pairs an aluminum-alloy frame and cylinder with stainless-steel chamber liners for durability where it matters. The barrel uses an aluminum-alloy shroud over a steel liner, and the revolver presents a uniform matte silver finish across the frame and cylinder.
Sighting is handled by a micrometer-type adjustable rear sight and a pinned black front blade. The topstrap and rib are serrated to help manage glare and maintain a clean sight picture.
The action is double-action/single-action with an exposed, checkered hammer spur and a smooth-faced trigger. A knurled ejector-rod tip and short underlug are factory features, and this revolver was made in the United States. No internal lock keyhole is visible on this example.