To the OP from how you are describing your use I think you will find the model 63 to be more along the line with your use. The 317 is a nice gun, I've had 3 of them and they are so light they are hard to shoot well. The model 63 and I've had a few of those, was a nice gun, I've ended up with the Ruger SP101 22 lr 8 shot is a nice gun. I'd consider that one as well. Any of the three will take care of you to a greater or lesser extent, but the 317 not so much.
