What is a good .22LR pistol?

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A good .22lr pistol is a pistol that can shoot almost any type of ammo and that does not need too much care! The Ruger is that type of pistol and it is precise enough for most shooters!
 
S&W revolvers are superb, and many hit the used market. My usual advice before purchase is to, always try a gun before purchasing; everyone has likes and dislikes both from aesthetically and mechanically based judgement issues. If semi auto's are ok, or money is an issue, the Norinco model 93 (Colt woodsman clone) is very affordable. On the used market, a Vostok target pistol made by the USSR is hard to beat for value and accuracy.
 
The best ones I don't see on your list there. . . .

- S&W K-22 pre-model revolvers . . 6" is the "Target Masterpiece" . . 4" is the "Combat Masterpiece" . . 6" pre-war is the "Outdoorsman" . . After 1957 the K-22 was given model numbers . . 6" is the Model 17 . . 4" is the Model 18 . . with changes marked as dash 1, 2,3,4 etc. (17-2, 18-1)

- The 1950's Official Police, 6" barrel, is a fine shooting revolver similar to S&W K-22's

- The Colt Diamondback is a work of art and a pure pleasure to shoot, but has gotten quite expensive.

- S&W Model 41 is a semi-auto pistol that is an excellent 22 target handgun.
 
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Rod said:
The best ones I don't see on your list there. . . .

- S&W K-22 pre-model revolvers . . 6" is the "Target Masterpiece" . . 4" is the "Combat Masterpiece" . . 6" pre-war is the "Outdoorsman" . . After 1957 the K-22 was given model numbers . . 6" is the Model 17 . . 4" is the Model 18 . . with changes marked as dash 1, 2,3,4 etc. (17-2, 18-1)

- The 1950's Colt Police Special, 6" barrel, is a fine shooting revolver similar to S&W K-22's

- The Colt Diamondback is a work of art and a pure pleasure to shoot, but has gotten quite expensive.

- S&W Model 41 is a semi-auto pistol that is an excellent 22 target handgun.
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:DX2 on the Diamondback:). Initially I got one, just to keep its big brother the Python 'company':p.

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And recently I've acquired a S&W 41 that I'll soon be putting through its paces.

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Rod B said:
High Standard Trophy, Citation or Victor.
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I would second that.
Bond Arms make a derringer in 357mag/ 38 sp, I have one and would not give it to a
lady for a ist gun, but after she got use to center fire guns , she could handle it in 38 sp.
357 is a handfull , but the noise!
i have shot the 410 shot shell, but have not tried 45 long colt.
Bond arms makes 22 barrels for these, but having a hell of a time getting stock.
Marshall
 
Good all depends on what your intention is with it.

If you want to get into "Bullseye" shooting then your choice will be completely different than if you just want a cool "Lookalike" gun like the GSG (Which is a really good gun by the way). You mentioned you liked the looks of the M & P 22. This would be a great choice if your intention is to go ahead and buy a M & P 9 or .40. Like I said, what are your plans?

I just picked up a cute little 1911 BB gun. Did I need a bb gun, not really but, it will make a great training aid when I am teaching a new person how to shoot. Start them on the BB gun in the basement, then move to the range with the GSG then on to a .45. All 1922 style, with all the same controls and feel. The bb gun even has a recoil system, much like the old Colt Ace .22, wherein it has a floating chamber. The slide actually moves back and forth under recoil and locks back when the magazine is empty. The mag is full size and holds the bb's and the CO 2 cartridge and drops, like it's full power counterpart allowing you to practice mag changes as well.

Scott
 
Johnn Peterson said:
I keep a decent variety and enjoy them all:D.

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Oooo... Another person who actually owns a Frontier??? That's one of my favorite firearms I own... I had to buy my old man a GSG 1911 for him to practice with in trade for his... Such a fun little piece and so much cheaper to shoot than a real peacemaker, lol!

My picks are slightly biased (I shoot a Shadow for competition...)

1. CZ-Kadet - Outstanding little pistol and is a copy of my comp 9mm.
2. GSG 1911 - bang for buck is incredible considering you can pimp it out with real 1911 accessories.
3. Colt Frontier - So much fun in a replica old school .22 revolver!
 
KaptinKaos said:
Oooo... Another person who actually owns a Frontier??? That's one of my favorite firearms I own... I had to buy my old man a GSG 1911 for him to practice with in trade for his... Such a fun little piece and so much cheaper to shoot than a real peacemaker, lol!

My picks are slightly biased (I shoot a Shadow for competition...)

1. CZ-Kadet - Outstanding little pistol and is a copy of my comp 9mm.
2. GSG 1911 - bang for buck is incredible considering you can pimp it out with real 1911 accessories.
3. Colt Frontier - So much fun in a replica old school .22 revolver!
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Actually, the single action in the photo you're referring to is an early model Ruger single six flat loading gate model.

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m39a2 said:
Good all depends on what your intention is with it.

If you want to get into "Bullseye" shooting then your choice will be completely different than if you just want a cool "Lookalike" gun like the GSG (Which is a really good gun by the way). You mentioned you liked the looks of the M & P 22. This would be a great choice if your intention is to go ahead and buy a M & P 9 or .40. Like I said, what are your plans?

I just picked up a cute little 1911 BB gun. Did I need a bb gun, not really but, it will make a great training aid when I am teaching a new person how to shoot. Start them on the BB gun in the basement, then move to the range with the GSG then on to a .45. All 1922 style, with all the same controls and feel. The bb gun even has a recoil system, much like the old Colt Ace .22, wherein it has a floating chamber. The slide actually moves back and forth under recoil and locks back when the magazine is empty. The mag is full size and holds the bb's and the CO 2 cartridge and drops, like it's full power counterpart allowing you to practice mag changes as well.

Scott
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Thanks Scott, you right it does all depend what my intention is and right now I don't really have any. This will be my first gun and likely my only for a little while. I actually like small caliber ammo because all I shoot is paper and I like to be able to shoot alot for 20$ so the .22LR is perfect for that. I would like to get a larger calber at some point but I also like variety so I'm not sure I would buy the same model as whatever .22 I end up with.

I'm not going to be a competitive shooter but I do like to be able to hit what I want, but generally the accuracy of a gun is only as good as the guy behind it.

I looked at the 1911's the other day and I must say they sure look nice in the stainless and silver but they don't feel right to me in the .22 caliber but I don't mind the bigger ones.

I'm also certain that the M&P 22 is such a new gun that it is nearly impossible to compete against the biases that the ruger mk3 has.
 
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