The trigger on mine is heavier and rougher than the 617's I've shot. Accuracy has been very good. It's a tweener on size, very solidly built but not oversized or to heavy in my opinion. It's heavy enough that it settles down on target but not so heavy that it's uncomfortable on the belt. The factory grips aren't the best but they can be replaced cheaply with very comfortable hogues. Very rugged build.
I don't consider it "the world's best .22 revolver" but I do consider it the best for all around use (target to sweaty carry on the farm). 8 rounds is nice, like the size, like the weight, like the finish Ruger uses on the stainless. Thinking it over, with a smoothed up trigger it might be in the running.....
