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Hey everyone,
I am starting to do some reasearch for my first handgun and I am looking for input. A couple of guys have suggested I look at a .22 for my first one. Figured it would be cheap to get into and fun to shoot.

Anyone have some suggestions for .22's to look at getting into?
Any input on the SIG Mosquito?
 
I'd look at the classic. The Ruger mkIII. Accurate, inexpensive, parts are easy to get. Mine is a laser gun. It may not look like a "real gun" but it's a strong design, and keeps a good resale value.
 
Thats not a bad way to look at it, I am trying to see what peoples thoughts are on whats out there for .22's.
Has anyone had experience with the Walther P22 or SP22?
 
Lots of options...

Don't discount the used market. There are some very nice .22 to be had, including some classics like High Standard, 'Smith 41's and some Colt's.
I might look at the Ruger Gov't. Has the same grip angle as the 1911. My pal bought a Kimber .22 and he loves it but it costs....
Don't count out the revolver group either. There are many very fine revolvers chambered in .22 that are terrific.
 
My Browning Buckmark is a tack driver that'll eat anything I feed it and has 1911 style controls which I love. You're best bet is to see if you can buddy up with someone at your local range and try a few to see what you like best.
 
some questions about the durability of the p22... use the search function.
I have a kimber I like, but it ain't cheap, for a .22 (rimfire target)
I like all the buckmark's I've tried.
 
I bought a walther p22 as my first handgun and it was a great move. I buy cheap ammo at walmart and I rarely have any problems. I've shot over 1500 rounds in some shooting sessions with no jams or anything. It is a lil small for people with bigger hands (I've got medium-large hands) but it works great for me.

Steve
 
Firearms are specialized tools.

The buy this/buy that advice found here would pre-suppose that your application is the same as the speaker's application, which may not be the case. To be satisfied with the firearm that you would choose, you should first identify your primary shooting interest. (Competititive bullseye, rapid-fire pistol, metallic silhouette, hunting, plinking, training for a centrefire pistol, etc.)

Once you've identified your primary interest/primary intended use the selection process will become a lot narrower and the advice can then become much more pertinent to your situation.
 
I'm not sure if a Walther P22 is legal up there, if they are I might suggest one. It's cheap (only shooting .22) and a blast to shoot. It's a great starter gun. It's always good to start with something small and work your way up thru the calibers. I made the mistake of getting a .45 first and bad habits are hard to break...
 
Try 'em out and get the one that feels the best in your hand. For the .22 market (new and used) all the brand names are good and they don't get much wear them .22's.
 
I am not to sure on this gun having a specific application, I want to get something that is going to give me a good starting point. Seems like a smart idea to start with something like a .22 then jumping into a .40 S&W. It seems really from the responce that any well known make is going to be good.

Ruger MKIII, Browning Buck Mark, and Walther P22 seem to be getting equal plugs here, I am not finding much on the S&W 422,622 or 41, are these just older models?
 
Here's another thought for ya, It's what I'm in the process of doing right know.

I bought a sig p226, in 9mm
+ 22 conversion kit

When I get my technique down good or want to make bigger holes I go 9mm, but for practise and cost savings I use the 22 conversion.

I know Glock and kimber have 22 kits and there a cheaper option than the sig. This isn't the cheapest route but it made the most sense for me in the long run for what I want to do...
 
+1 on the buckmark, i got a stainless camper as a second gun ( after i figured it would be alot cheaper to shoot .22) and i still think it was one of the best deals i made
 
Torch said:
Here's another thought for ya, It's what I'm in the process of doing right know.

I bought a sig p226, in 9mm
+ 22 conversion kit

When I get my technique down good or want to make bigger holes I go 9mm, but for practise and cost savings I use the 22 conversion.

I know Glock and kimber have 22 kits and there a cheaper option than the sig. This isn't the cheapest route but it made the most sense for me in the long run for what I want to do...
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:agree:

What he said. I would go for the Glock not that I have one but they are cheap. You can get a Glock (whatever model) and a .22 conversion kit for the same price of a Sig, but the Sig is by far a better weapon.
 
I hadnt put a lot of thought into the revolver idea, those might be something to consider. Is S&W about the best to look at for revolvers?

Nor the conversion kit, I didnt know they made such a thing, I will have to do some digging on that.
 
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