OK to dry fire 617?

[squeeze]

Finally got my 617 to where it does not take two fingers (R & L) to pull trigger in DA. So-I thought I'd dry-fire it a few million times in order to smooth out the trigger.

I bought some of those blue plastic snap-caps. After about 100 pulls they are a mess. So I replaced them with fired brass. Any harm in dry firing with the used brass or empty cylinder? The 'smith got the trigger to where it is less of a 2-stage. (hammer back-hammer down) I am hoping dry firing will improve my DA pull ability and smooth out the trigger. PS: my 1st revolver.

[stormvet]

Ok with used brass just turn the brass occasionally and replace when worn down. Don’t dry fire on an empty cylinder.

[squeeze]

Thanks: I'll follow your directions

[bergmen]

From the S&W FAQ page:

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.

.22 caliber revolvers such as models 17, 43, 63, 317 and 617 also should not be dry fired.

Q: Why can't I dry fire my .22 pistol or revolver?

A: Dry firing a S&W .22 pistol or revolver will cause damage to the firing pin.

Linky here:

https://www.smith-wesson.com/customer-service/faqs

Dan

[squeeze]

Thanks guys. I'll leave my used brass in and practice my trigger pull.

[cudakidd]

i never dry fire my 617. what i did do is send it to S&W for a complete action job and now action is light, reliable and smooth as butter!!

[AtomicOrange]

Get some of those yellow drywall anchors. They fit perfectly in a .22LR cylinder and are very cheap. And, easy to see they are not live rounds, unlike fired brass. I have used then in my S&W 317.

[ysr_racer]

Yep, drywall anchors.