Most will last you 40 years including ones made my H&R (used) which I consider about the best of the less expnsive 22 revolvers. Things like finish, cylinder gap, sights, and triggers tend to be better or more consistant with the more expensive product. What do you get for the higher price? You get a 22 revolver that is manufactured to a higher quality standard. Smith Model 17's (usually 6" barrel length the Model 18 was a 4".) can be found for under $500 but usually they are in the $400-$500 range these days or slightly more. Yes, it may slightly exceed the $500 budget. The Colt Trooper Mark III is also available in 22LR (used but in new condition) in 4", 6", and 8" barrel lengths. You can always buy rubber grips which is what I prefer on revolvers I shoot a lot. It does not have "cheap" grips on it if that is what you are concerned about. I went to their web site and they now have the 22LR version. When the Charter Arms Pathfinder first came out, they were in 22WMR only which is why I fixated on the 22WMR caliber versus 22LR.
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