I think this guy overstates the reliability factor of .22 ammo. I am not defending .22 for self defense, but he says he can't get through a box of .22 without several malfunctions. Well, honestly, I can't remember the last time I had a malfunction from CCI Mini Mags.
IMO, modern, quality .22 ammo is very reliable in a good gun.
Let's ask this question... Does anyone want to be shot with a .22? NO!...
If its all you have, or all you feel comfortable with, then carry it. Any gun is better than no gun, when you need it. But don't trust that a .22 will save your life if you need it to. It might, but its not as sure as a stronger caliber is. Think of it like fire insurance.. A larger caliber is like a 25# extinguisher, you stand a much better chance with it, than a bucket of water, which is what a .22 amounts to in a self defense role, and just like in self defense ammo, fire extinguishers are not a sure thing. I once had the need to put out a fire, I used 4 25# extinguishers, and 2 of them didn't work. So just because you have a 25# extinguisher doesn't mean your guaranteed anything. Same with handguns... None of them are anything near a sure thing, short of 10mm up, which are more like man portable cannons, than handguns. All handguns are a matter of compromise, its pros and cons. Your picking a gun that's not THAT small, and a caliber that is... Not the best choice, but better than nothing. You really should shoot all the calibers and pistol sizes you can, and pick the biggest you are comfortable carrying. But until then, if all you have is a .22, then carry it. The .22 on your side, is better than the .45 you left at home.
...Because I'm not willing to bet my or my family's life on a [STRIKE]physiological [/STRIKE] psychological stop. ..
There are other much better options... ... lol. But seriously, when it comes to my personal safety and the safety of others, I want the biggest baddest most man-stoppinest round I can pack. If a 22 is all you have available, or all you can handle physically (recoil sensitive, or ease of slide manipulation, etc.) is a 22, then it will suffice. But, if you can go bigger... then I see no reason not to. Lastly, if you have to use a 22 for self defense purposes, I would definitely advise the use of premium hyper-velocity rounds such as CCI Stingers or the like.Tell me why I shouldn't carry a 11rd 22lr pistol. I am very accurate with it and practice a lot. I can unload a full magazine in a very tight group at 5 to 10 yards very quickly and reload very quickly with the extra mag I carry.
I have to agree with that.... but I still say a .22 is not a great choice. If you do carry a 22 and ever have to use it... knee caps might be a better choice than face; The knees are very complex and delicate structures and one would have a very hard time pursuing you with out them.I think this guy overstates the reliability factor of .22 ammo. I am not defending .22 for self defense, but he says he can't get through a box of .22 without several malfunctions. Well, honestly, I can't remember the last time I had a malfunction from CCI Mini Mags.
IMO, modern, quality .22 ammo is very reliable in a good gun.
10mm would be... it would be no different that carrying any other 1911. The 44 mag though, well... it would sure take a lot of cloths to cover a Desert Eagle; let alone conceal it.Or a 44 magnum.... LOL Still one hell of a handgun... But not practical for every day carry.
If you do carry a 22 and ever have to use it... knee caps might be a better choice than face
If ya hit'em with two .22's, does it equal a .44?
The skull could be too much for the 22; I have seen hogs hit in the head with a 44 and it ricochet off... I guess for my money I would go for a sure demobilizing hit. Especially if you're that proficient to bet your life on shot placement alone. Place those shots right in the knee caps and run like a raped ape while calling 911 to report it. At least that way you won't have to worry about a wrongful death suit...and it would be pretty hard to prove any malicious intent on your part, when the incident goes to court. Just my , take 'em or leave 'em...The face? Better than getting SHOT IN THE FACE?
FIFY.
He also added that "that little pistol... it looked like a cannon and something told me deep inside that she would use it!!!"
So to add my two cents to the conversation... "sometimes its the person holding the weapon that makes the difference! - not its size. "