22 handgun

[SelfDefenseInstructor]

I forgot about the High Standards. They are also excellent choices for a .22 target pistol.

 

[LotsofGlocks]

I really like my ISSC M22 and have shot a Walther P22 both are great guns. Good luck with your decision!

 

[leftsock]

Though I don't own one, I had a chance to shoot a Beretta U22 Neo a little while ago. It was easy to handle and shot like a dream. Plus you get to look like you're from the future when you're holding it!

 

[Squib]

Most of the guns mentioned are good choice; it's hard to go wrong with a Browning, Ruger or Hi Standard. I've shot all of them and they all feel good in my hand. But, when I added another recently I went with the Beretta Neos, 6" barrel. Fits my hand so well, comes with an integral rail, 2 magazines and disassembly is a sanp; unlike my Ruger. And it looks great next to my communicator.



NRA Lifer since 1971

 

[bigman502]

My favorite 22 would be a Ruger mk 3 22 45 with a 5.5 inch bull barrel which is very accurate and reliable mine has had over 5000 rounds though it this year alone

 

[Jon Craig]

+1 for Ruger Mk series.

 

[pfeigert]

I currently have 3 22's which I use on a regular basis: 1) Colt Woodsman - fine gun very accurate. 2) Beretta Model 76 - no longer made but was replaced by the Model 87. It's a target gun and well balanced. 3) Walther P22. Just got this one a couple of weeks ago. I've put about 150 rounds through it without any problems. I bought it to compliment my PK380. They are about the same shape and size but the P22 is cheaper to shoot. My very first gun was a Ruger wheel gun and I wish I still had it. Great gun and reasonably priced. I guess the model depends on whether you like semi-autos or revolvers. Good luck and have fun shopping. I hope this info helps. You really can't go wrong if you stick to the name brands. Pete

 

[bman]

got a ruger mk III, love it.

 

[kolob10]

If you want the best, find a old High Standard Victor. If you want a plinker then Ruger Mark III, Buckmark, or SIG trailside will do. All should be reasonably priced, accurate, backed by a decent warranty, and reliable. Good shooting.

 

[SelfDefenseInstructor]

The Best?

High Standard Victor? The Best? Hmmm... I think I'd still take my Browning Gold Medalist. 'Course they haven't made them since, what... 1970? Might be a little hard to find these days. Well come to think of it the Victors can be almost as old and just as expensive. Eh. It's a toss up, but damn the Gold Medalists look SHARP!

 

[remymartin]

My P22 has been very reliable. Not a hiccup in 200 CCI minimags or the 500 federal bulk pack afterwards. Accuracy is so-so. The Rugers I have fired before have been a bit more accurate, but they all had feeding problems. I was able to rule out a mag fault with the Rugers, but I never did find out why they were FTF'ing.

 

[ghitch75]

My P22 has been very reliable. Not a hiccup in 200 CCI minimags or the 500 federal bulk pack afterwards. Accuracy is so-so. The Rugers I have fired before have been a bit more accurate, but they all had feeding problems. I was able to rule out a mag fault with the Rugers, but I never did find out why they were FTF'ing.

which Ruger?.... my MKIII has never had FTF in over 2000rd's of what ever....just wonderin'...

 

[1943Izzy]

My High Standard is a sport king m103. Not as expensive as a Victor Or a Citation but pretty accurate and very dependable. It has a really good feel to it . Probably about 300.00 TO 400.00 for a pretty nice one.

 

[XtremeVel]

which Ruger?.... my MKIII has never had FTF in over 2000rd's of what ever....just wonderin'...

+1 I have 4 mark II's and only issue I have ever had is the one competition model must have a hair tighter chamber and won't fully chamber the longer CCI stinger case.

 

[cjacobs]

Ruger Mk II or III

 

[drgnrobo]

Was looking around the wabash area & was at the local big r & found a ruger mkIII 22/45 for the right price .I like the placement of everything(mag release,slide stop etc.) felt good in my hand & the price is right.thanks to everyone that contributed in my decision.I have owned a couple of ruger 22 autos in the past & have kicked myself later fo something I thought I wanted worse.

 

[Bert]

2-single 6 ,colt official police , s&w 22s , colt scout . love the scout.

 

[SelfDefenseInstructor]

+1 I have 4 mark II's and only issue I have ever had is the one competition model must have a hair tighter chamber and won't fully chamber the longer CCI stinger case.

Good to know I'm not the only one with that problem. I have two piles of .22LR ammo. The pile that will work in the Ruger and the pile that will work in everything else.

 

[SelfDefenseInstructor]

Was looking around the wabash area & was at the local big r & found a ruger mkIII 22/45 for the right price .I like the placement of everything(mag release,slide stop etc.) felt good in my hand & the price is right.thanks to everyone that contributed in my decision.I have owned a couple of ruger 22 autos in the past & have kicked myself later fo something I thought I wanted worse.

The Mark IIIs are nice guns. I think you'll be very happy with getting reacquainted with them.

 

[salamander42]

Was looking around the wabash area & was at the local big r & found a ruger mkIII 22/45 for the right price .I like the placement of everything(mag release,slide stop etc.) felt good in my hand & the price is right.thanks to everyone that contributed in my decision.I have owned a couple of ruger 22 autos in the past & have kicked myself later fo something I thought I wanted worse.

Congrats! Great choice! Hope to see some pics up soon, and maybe a range report/review after you get a chance to put a few rounds through it.