Smith & Wesson Model 317-2 AirLite .22 LR J-Frame DAO Revolver, 2 inch Barrel, 8-Shot, Matte Silver
The Smith & Wesson Model 317-2 AirLite is a lightweight J-Frame revolver chambered in .22 LR with an 8-shot cylinder and a 2 inch barrel. This fixed-sight, double-action-only variant features an internal hammer for a smooth, snag-resistant profile. Built with an aluminum-alloy frame and cylinder and a stainless-steel barrel liner under an alloy shroud, it embodies the ultra-lightweight Kit Gun lineage and represents the discontinued 2-inch fixed-sight configuration.
Condition
Overall Condition: Very good condition, showing only light, superficial signs of prior handling or use.
Bore Overall Condition: Excellent - Clean, mirror finish, no signs of wear.
Bore Rifling: Excellent Rifling - Sharp lands and grooves.
Specific Condition Notes: The revolver is in great shape with minor, superficial scratches and small blemishes visible on close inspection. The bore exhibits a bright, mirror-like appearance.
What’s Included
- Smith & Wesson Model 317-2 AirLite revolver
The Model 317-2 AirLite uses an aluminum-alloy frame and cylinder finished in a matte silver clear-coat to minimize weight and resist surface wear. Its barrel consists of a stainless-steel liner housed within an alloy shroud, paired with a short underlug for a compact, well-balanced feel.
This revolver is double-action-only with an internal hammer, providing a streamlined exterior. The 8-shot cylinder features deep, weight-saving flutes, and the knurled ejector rod tip aids positive extraction.
Sights are fixed, with a serrated ramp front and an integral rear notch for a simple, durable sight picture. The black rubber full-length grip with two molded finger grooves and S&W medallion extends below the butt for a secure, fuller hold.
As a J-Frame small-frame revolver, the 317-2 carries the AirLite series traits associated with the Kit Gun lineage. The yoke cut is marked 317-2, indicating the engineering change for this variant, and this 2-inch fixed-sight configuration is a discontinued model.
Markings include the S&W crest on the right sideplate and "SPFLD, MA S&W U.S.A." on the frame, reflecting its U.S. manufacture.