Opinions? on .22 semi

[rcs1016]

I'm looking to buy my first handgun. Looking for .22lr. Budget is around $450.00

Any opinions on which target pistols are better than others in this price range (new or used) I'll be asking at the range also but the more opinions the better.

 

[Scott_N]

It's pretty hard to go wrong with one of Ruger's many different .22 pistols at that price range.

 

[IM_Lugger]

Get yourself a GSG 1911 will fit in your budget after tax. I had a few other .22's more accurate and better quaility but GSG was just more fun to shoot!

 

[AWOL]

After much deliberation about 3 years ago, I opted for the Ruger Mark III Stainless Target. I couldn't be happier. It never jams and is extremely accurate.

 

[bollox]

Another vote for Ruger's fine MKIII line. Can't go wrong.

 

[Brutus]

Many Rugers are fine firearms indeed. My friend has the newest, the semi-auto Ruger RG model.
This one is a very fine shooter, and it works a touch better without that silly magazine safety.

 

[Rebel Till Death]

Another vote for Ruger's fine MKIII line. Can't go wrong.

very happy with my MKIII, great gun and eats everything i feed it

 

[Import]

+1gsg. You will love it....... Nearly 7000rounds through mine and still makes me smile...
Import

 

[R005t3r]

Every now and then a High Standard comes up for sale. These are underrated and undervalued pistols. I managed to snag a Victor for 500.-. It was smooth and stupidly accurate. The barrels on most their pistols can be changed by a clever and stable push button system. Adjustable trigger pull and limiting. The company has been reborn in Texas and replacement parts are available.

 

[altaberg]

biggest fun I have in 22 is my GSG1911

 

[rcs1016]

I've heard of the High Standard but don't know much about them. Tried a S&W model 41 but a little out of my price range for right now. I haven't seen any Rugers being used at the clubs I've been to but will check agai. Thanks for the feedback, looking forward to reading more.

 

[jackrabbit000]

S&W 22a-1 is what I have.

 

[GLOCK_PERFECTION]

My vote go for the ruger mkIII. Cheap reliable and accurate.

 

[Brutus]

I have a Ruger Mk II 5.5" blue version.
A damn fine shooter.

 

[Armored Metal]

As good as is my Ruger MkII, it does not come anywhere near in the fun factor as does my GSG.

 

[Nic3500]

Browning Buckmark Contour 5.5 URX was my choice after trying a couple models. Sure the Ruger is an excellent pistol, but I liked the handling of the Buckmark more. This thing is VERY precise, and great fun to shoot. And I find it looks better than the Ruger IMHO.

www. browning.com/products/catalog/firearms/detail.asp?fid=006B&cid=051&tid=421&bg=x

Nic

 

[conmaesta]

I'm going with a Chiappa 1911 style .22...Every review I've read on the 2nd gen of these pistols is that they are outstanding...Can't wait...Very soon

 

[rcs1016]

Tried out a Ruger Mk1 tonight. It shot well but didn't seem quite right for me. Going to go handle a few models and see what fits. Still interested in hearing more opinions/ideas.

 

[AWOL]

As good as is my Ruger MkII, it does not come anywhere near in the fun factor as does my GSG.

I have to admit, the Ruger does get a little stale always hitting the bullseye...

 

[fnrob]

If you can get past the "Star Wars" looks of the Beretta Neos, I have found mine to be drop dead reliable, and fairly accurate to boot.