Best rimfire pistol out there
- Thread starter Ilove12gshotguns
- Start date
I didn't even think revolver. If we are going to include those in the mix then anything like a Colt OMM, OMT or a S&W K-22 Masterpiece are high on my list.
I read such great things about the 41. I keep intending to buy one but every time I get close something else comes along.....oh well, someday
Out of interest...what makes the 1970 ones special?
Last edited:
Actually it was unkind to you so I deleted the post. I prefer to discuss guns on here rather than engage in flame wars.
He may have a point about the bickering as you say but his reply to diopter struck me as thin skinned, snarky and overly touchy, so I said so.
I have the Ruger MkII and the S&W41. I think the Ruger may be the better option as it costs less and isn't as picky with ammo.
I do prefer my S&W41 to shoot though. Once you find the ammo it likes it is hard to beat the feel and accuracy of it.
I do prefer my S&W41 to shoot though. Once you find the ammo it likes it is hard to beat the feel and accuracy of it.
There are some really good used High Standards out there for around $300.00-400.00. Pleasure to shoot, eat anything and very, very accurate.
Had mine for years, and have shot a lot of others over the years too. Mine is an old Sport King from the '70s; military style grip, satin chrome, fully checkered walnut grips. Only one I have ever seen with the barrel held on with a socket head cap screw.
Had mine for years, and have shot a lot of others over the years too. Mine is an old Sport King from the '70s; military style grip, satin chrome, fully checkered walnut grips. Only one I have ever seen with the barrel held on with a socket head cap screw.
I have owned a few Browning Buckmarks and a Ruger in the past, they were good guns. My latest .22 pistol is the new S&W SW22 Victory. This gun is a definite keeper. The price is right, they are a pleasure to work on and they are very accurate and reliable.
The aftermarket companies have jumped all over the Victory and offer a lot of nice affordable upgrades. I installed the TK adjustable trigger in mine and ended up with a trigger pull of 1lb 12oz.
https://www.kellysonline.ca/collections/smith-wesson-handguns/products/smith-wesson-sw22-victory
https://www.tandemkross.com/SW22-Victory-22LR_c_62.html
The aftermarket companies have jumped all over the Victory and offer a lot of nice affordable upgrades. I installed the TK adjustable trigger in mine and ended up with a trigger pull of 1lb 12oz.
https://www.kellysonline.ca/collections/smith-wesson-handguns/products/smith-wesson-sw22-victory
https://www.tandemkross.com/SW22-Victory-22LR_c_62.html
Did you folks know that Ruger made a Mk.1 before they made those Mk.2's, 3's and 4's?
And that they shoot just as well as those later models?
I mention this only because in thread after thread, for over 10 years now, I see people recommending Rugers- but never the Mk. 1's.
They're generally cheaper, too.
And that they shoot just as well as those later models?
I mention this only because in thread after thread, for over 10 years now, I see people recommending Rugers- but never the Mk. 1's.
They're generally cheaper, too.
Yes but they cost every bit as much as the mk ii and mk iii
NorthCoastBigBore
CGN frequent flyer
- Location
- Northwest BC (Rural) 103-I-##
I've always been partial to the Ruger MK series, including the MKI, the lines are subtly different and they look good. The thing I love about the MKIII vs. the MK I & II is the button mag release. Haven't tried the MKIV but I imagine it'd be similar. I've used it on some informal IDPA practice courses and the regular mag release just makes for better practice, other ergonomics aside. Had my MKIII since 2008, put thousands through it. Have ten mags for it which helps move ammo fast. I did remove the mag disconnect (? IIRC) and install a bushing in there and a couple other mods to get the trigger to where I liked it, but I like it. I won't move that pistol.
