I couldn't seem to find a form on this but what is a good entry level .22lr revolver for under $300? Can be single action or double, I dont care. The cheapest I have seen a single six was still $450. Also, I wouldnt get a semi because I am going to be buying a m&p9 soon anyways, I would rather have the reliability of a revolver.
Good .22 revolver for under $300
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Having played with a couple of the cheaper revolvers that I got used all in all I'd say don't bother.
I've kept the H&R Sportsman top break simply because the top break feature is neat. And I'm HOPING that making a better fitting cylinder base pin for the H&R 999 will help the accuracy. But in their factory delivered form even with my shaky old guy eyes and questionable eyesight I can easily do better than the guns are capable of delivering. I know this to be true because the Single Six and Model 17 I got sometime after these flights of cheapness and desperation deliver much smaller groups despite me being a very poor replacement for a Ransom Rest.
The Hi Standard Double Nine I had for a while and sold to a buddy that had to have it was no better.
I would not even rate any of these as "minute of pop can" if you're shooting at anything over around 12 to 15 yards.
Yet folks frequently report that they are happy with their H&R's and Hi Standard D9's. Maybe they got examples that shoot a little better than the ones I have or had.
Having said this the only revolver that used to be around in Canada for under $300 was the Heritage. And I don't see that one around for sale any more. So you need to shop in the used market to find a lower priced rimfire revolver.
At the moment I think you'll find that the best price on a .22LR revolver is the Alfa Project guns. I'm seeing some of the models for prices a bit under $400. Hell, there's at least one model in .38Spl that is the same price.
For a little more at $425 on sale at the moment Marstar has a few examples of Pietta 1873 style .22LR single actions. Sadly the 10 shot ones are sold out. But it's not a big deal working with a proper six shooter. Having some Pietta revolvers I'm sure these will outshoot the H&R's and HS's if you are able.
I've kept the H&R Sportsman top break simply because the top break feature is neat. And I'm HOPING that making a better fitting cylinder base pin for the H&R 999 will help the accuracy. But in their factory delivered form even with my shaky old guy eyes and questionable eyesight I can easily do better than the guns are capable of delivering. I know this to be true because the Single Six and Model 17 I got sometime after these flights of cheapness and desperation deliver much smaller groups despite me being a very poor replacement for a Ransom Rest.
The Hi Standard Double Nine I had for a while and sold to a buddy that had to have it was no better.
I would not even rate any of these as "minute of pop can" if you're shooting at anything over around 12 to 15 yards.
Yet folks frequently report that they are happy with their H&R's and Hi Standard D9's. Maybe they got examples that shoot a little better than the ones I have or had.
Having said this the only revolver that used to be around in Canada for under $300 was the Heritage. And I don't see that one around for sale any more. So you need to shop in the used market to find a lower priced rimfire revolver.
At the moment I think you'll find that the best price on a .22LR revolver is the Alfa Project guns. I'm seeing some of the models for prices a bit under $400. Hell, there's at least one model in .38Spl that is the same price.
For a little more at $425 on sale at the moment Marstar has a few examples of Pietta 1873 style .22LR single actions. Sadly the 10 shot ones are sold out. But it's not a big deal working with a proper six shooter. Having some Pietta revolvers I'm sure these will outshoot the H&R's and HS's if you are able.
I bought a Cimarron Plinkerton as a low-cost .22 revolver. I've had it out a few times now and had no issues with it. Cost $299. It's not a high-end revolver at that price, obviously, but it's done what I ask of it and I've had fun with it so far. If your purchase is dictated by price and you don't care about fancy engraving or finishes you could have a look at one of them. What is right for one shooter may not be right for another so you'll have to make your final choice about spending less or waiting and saving for a higher-priced one.
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Exactly bump it up to around $500 and you can find several good choices, check the EE
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X2. The Alfa Proj .22 is close to your price, but not getting great reviews...
Is that on the .22's specifically? The reports for the center fire guns have generally been positive so I'm wondering what you've read about the rimfire guns.
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Yes, it's just the rim fires that we're getting slammed. Had something to do with the alloy frames as I recall... It was threads here on CGN that were condemning them. I'll see if I can search and find them again.
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I recall reading something about people with the Alfa .22's having problems getting the empty brass to eject. There are two of the 9mm guns at my club and the owners seem to like them.
I also see used Browning Buck Mark Camper's in the 350 range from time to time . I think one of those would be a far better choice than a bargain basement revolver.
That's right! A five year old used gun retains far more of it's original value than five year old used ammo.
If you are bent on a revolver save up some more $ and get a S&W 17 ($500-$600). In the end, if you find you like revolvers, you will end up getting one anyways.
I've been reading good things about Alfa revolvers. I don't own one as I have a 17 and 617 already. Been tempted to try one though.
On the cheaper side, I have a $200 H&R Sportsman 999. Not the most accurate thing, but I'm into break tops.
On loan to my son is a 9 shot High Standard Sentinel Deluxe another $200 revolver. Shoots OK in single action, but is no S&W by a long shot (pun intended).
I'm not into single actions so I can't comment on those.
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I've been reading good things about Alfa revolvers. I don't own one as I have a 17 and 617 already. Been tempted to try one though.
On the cheaper side, I have a $200 H&R Sportsman 999. Not the most accurate thing, but I'm into break tops.
On loan to my son is a 9 shot High Standard Sentinel Deluxe another $200 revolver. Shoots OK in single action, but is no S&W by a long shot (pun intended).
I'm not into single actions so I can't comment on those.
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hey, keep your eyes peeled for an H&R 922. Bruce didn't like his too much, but I bought one for my wife last year. Its been really great. 9 shot, removable cylinder, 6" barrel. DA/SA. This one may be a slightly special one, as it has a jewelled hammer and trigger. Someone also has made really nice black walnut grips for it.
It was quite dirty and sticky, but I took it down to nearly the last pins, cleaned, smoothed and trued a few things up. lubed, reassembled. It shoots really nicely. Kinda loud for a .22, but that's because revolver I guess.
Its not a match pistol, but its easily min of pop can from 25 meters. even some shotgun shells and the occasional golf ball. And all with cheap bulk ammo,
The bluing is a bit worn, and has a few "life marks" as it was built in the mid 50s, but its a real joy to shoot. My wife absolutely loves shooting it. If you can find one, and want a cheap .22 revolver, you can't really go wrong, especially for the price.
It was quite dirty and sticky, but I took it down to nearly the last pins, cleaned, smoothed and trued a few things up. lubed, reassembled. It shoots really nicely. Kinda loud for a .22, but that's because revolver I guess.
Its not a match pistol, but its easily min of pop can from 25 meters. even some shotgun shells and the occasional golf ball. And all with cheap bulk ammo,
The bluing is a bit worn, and has a few "life marks" as it was built in the mid 50s, but its a real joy to shoot. My wife absolutely loves shooting it. If you can find one, and want a cheap .22 revolver, you can't really go wrong, especially for the price.
