sean8642 77 Posted January 16, 2013 Report Share Posted January 16, 2013 (edited) What do you guys like for .22 pistols? I really want a Ruger Mark 3 Hunter or Competition but I can't seem to find one locally. What other makes/models do you guys like in a nice accurate target pistol? Edited January 16, 2013 by sean8642 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Ronin38 2,117 Posted January 16, 2013 Report Share Posted January 16, 2013 The Walther PK-22 is a nice one! Quote Link to post Share on other sites
magsite20 1,664 Posted January 16, 2013 Report Share Posted January 16, 2013 Browning Buckmarks are great 2 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Mitch535 29 Posted January 16, 2013 Report Share Posted January 16, 2013 Another walther p22 vote Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Spacehog 2,218 Posted January 16, 2013 Report Share Posted January 16, 2013 I had a similar question back in December. I got alot of great feedback here: http://forum.saiga-12.com/index.php?/topic/82171-sig-mosquito-versus-walther-p22-recommendations/ I went with the Ruger Mark III 22/45 Lite. Great little pistol. 2 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Thor88 3 Posted January 16, 2013 Report Share Posted January 16, 2013 (edited) I just picked up a Browning Buck Mark for $300 NIB Its a great gun. It really came down to this and the 22/45, but with the Browning I just happened to be getting more features for a lower price. Edited January 16, 2013 by Thor88 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
BeatTheTunaUp 65 Posted January 16, 2013 Report Share Posted January 16, 2013 I've had pretty good luck with my Ruger SR22. 2k rounds through it, and working like a champ. I have one mag that gives me feeding issues, but the other is rock solid, so I wouldn't blame the gun. Everyone I let shoot it seems to like it as well. Has adjustable grips and magazine floor plates to make it feel a little better in the hand. 1 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
lvjeffro 30 Posted January 16, 2013 Report Share Posted January 16, 2013 S&W mdl 41, if you can find one 1 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Garys4598 1,065 Posted January 16, 2013 Report Share Posted January 16, 2013 The Hammerli Xesse IPSC model. I own one and it's laser accurate; doesn't require HV ammo either. http://larrysguns.com/Products/WaltherHammerli-Xesse-IPSC__Walther-fslsh-Hammerli-spc-Xesse-spc-IPSC.aspx 3 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
supertex 242 Posted January 16, 2013 Report Share Posted January 16, 2013 S&W mdl 41, if you can find one and have $1500 1 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
tsushooter1 16 Posted January 16, 2013 Report Share Posted January 16, 2013 Browning buckmarks are great. Very accurate, shoot anything, and can buy parts for them. 1 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
XXXSilverXXX 11 Posted January 16, 2013 Report Share Posted January 16, 2013 Ruger mark 3 target mine was 260 OTD, got it last week, or go alll out and buy a ruger mark 3 competition Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Doug Hartley 526 Posted January 16, 2013 Report Share Posted January 16, 2013 Smith 41 is really nice. I have a older High Standard Supermatic that shoots well and are available although not cheap. I also have the Ruger 22/45 Lite with treaded barrel that is a kick to shoot with a suppressor. Doug Quote Link to post Share on other sites
jrance@iacwds.com 716 Posted January 16, 2013 Report Share Posted January 16, 2013 Another vote for Smith & Wesson Model 41 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
adjc 171 Posted January 17, 2013 Report Share Posted January 17, 2013 (edited) if you can find a MKll Ruger check it out, will last forever and very accurate too. <a href="http://tinypic.com?ref=245a9fm" target="_blank"><img src="http://i46.tinypic.com/245a9fm.jpg" border="0" alt="Image and video hosting by TinyPic"></a> don't know how that first link got in there, ignore it click on the second one. Edited January 17, 2013 by adjc Quote Link to post Share on other sites
fbird 2 Posted January 17, 2013 Report Share Posted January 17, 2013 I have a Beretta Neos that I love. Kinda goofy looking but it works great. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Mike U. 51 Posted January 17, 2013 Report Share Posted January 17, 2013 I have a Ruger MK II, w/5" bull barrel. It is as stout as one could ask for in a .22 pistol. The thing is absolutely sick in it's accuracy over a wide range of different ammo brands. It's a helluva lot more accurate than I am. The only minus is the disassembly. That can be a PITA for the first couple of times you field strip it. If you can find one, get it. adjc, you and I have the same pistol. Nice looking red dot set up you have there, and, those grips ROCK! I went with the saddle mount for my red dot. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
physicsnerd 139 Posted January 17, 2013 Report Share Posted January 17, 2013 I also have a Beretta Neos and really like it. Does it have to be semi-auto? You could try a Ruger SP101 in .22, Ruger Single 10 or some other revolver variant. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
sean8642 77 Posted January 17, 2013 Author Report Share Posted January 17, 2013 I decided on an all black 22/45 lite. I did see the Neos and that thing looks like a laser pistol haha. Will shoot it at the range tomorrow, then I might order the Volq trigger for it. 3 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
storm6490 2,768 Posted January 17, 2013 Report Share Posted January 17, 2013 If you want to kick the snot out of a 41 for half the price, try to find a KMK-678G that's new in the box. Magazines are plentiful and it's very durable. The stainless steel ruger mark II government target model is an exceptional target pistol. The best thing about them is that they also keep you prepared to use your 1911. I could be wrong, but I believe the government used the rugers for training to cut cost. They would use the pistols for a while and when they figured it out, moved on to the 1911. I've had mine for years. It can be fired hundreds of times before it becomes too gunked up to shoot. If you do get one, learn the trick to the takedown pin in the handle. If you line the tab up right, it will slide back together easily. If you don't know the trick, it will be a major pain in the ass and you may end up cussing. My pistol shoots under one inch at 25yards with the cheapest ammunition you can find. Even better with RWS t or green tag. The target sights are easy to adjust and dont drift. The front sight post is pretty blunt but you will get used to it or change over. It is very similar ergonomically to the 1911. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
gunfun 3,931 Posted January 17, 2013 Report Share Posted January 17, 2013 I have a Beretta Neos that I love. Kinda goofy looking but it works great. Always wanted to try one of those. They got really good reviews when they came out, and I liked the way they felt in the stores. If you want to kick the snot out of a 41 for half the price, try to find a KMK-678G that's new in the box. Magazines are plentiful and it's very durable. The stainless steel ruger mark II government target model is an exceptional target pistol. The best thing about them is that they also keep you prepared to use your 1911. I could be wrong, but I believe the government used the rugers for training to cut cost. They would use the pistols for a while and when they figured it out, moved on to the 1911. I've had mine for years. It can be fired hundreds of times before it becomes too gunked up to shoot. If you do get one, learn the trick to the takedown pin in the handle. If you line the tab up right, it will slide back together easily. If you don't know the trick, it will be a major pain in the ass and you may end up cussing. My pistol shoots under one inch at 25yards with the cheapest ammunition you can find. Even better with RWS t or green tag. The target sights are easy to adjust and dont drift. The front sight post is pretty blunt but you will get used to it or change over. It is very similar ergonomically to the 1911. There were long standing contracts for the CIA and some the fancy branches of the millitary for integrally supressed MKIIs. One of the forum members here has a 2206 that we put his suppressor on, and I can say that it feels like it was made for it. The barrel under slide arrangement puts the sights right on top of the suppressor. Also it only takes a $25 bushing to put threads on one. 1 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
storm6490 2,768 Posted January 17, 2013 Report Share Posted January 17, 2013 I have a Beretta Neos that I love. Kinda goofy looking but it works great. Always wanted to try one of those. They got really good reviews when they came out, and I liked the way they felt in the stores. If you want to kick the snot out of a 41 for half the price, try to find a KMK-678G that's new in the box. Magazines are plentiful and it's very durable. The stainless steel ruger mark II government target model is an exceptional target pistol. The best thing about them is that they also keep you prepared to use your 1911. I could be wrong, but I believe the government used the rugers for training to cut cost. They would use the pistols for a while and when they figured it out, moved on to the 1911. I've had mine for years. It can be fired hundreds of times before it becomes too gunked up to shoot. If you do get one, learn the trick to the takedown pin in the handle. If you line the tab up right, it will slide back together easily. If you don't know the trick, it will be a major pain in the ass and you may end up cussing. My pistol shoots under one inch at 25yards with the cheapest ammunition you can find. Even better with RWS t or green tag. The target sights are easy to adjust and dont drift. The front sight post is pretty blunt but you will get used to it or change over. It is very similar ergonomically to the 1911. There were long standing contracts for the CIA and some the fancy branches of the millitary for integrally supressed MKIIs. One of the forum members here has a 2206 that we put his suppressor on, and I can say that it feels like it was made for it. The barrel under slide arrangement puts the sights right on top of the suppressor. Also it only takes a $25 bushing to put threads on one. There was a No Go infantry unit in the Midwest that had an internally suppressed MK2. It was pretty awesome. They were real gun nuts! This was back when your brass could say they were demilled and they just kept them locked up in the armory. They had all sorts of neat stuff. I also got to spray some .45 out of the old grease gun. They were pretty high speed! Quote Link to post Share on other sites
armory 142 Posted January 17, 2013 Report Share Posted January 17, 2013 (edited) My .22lr Target Gun........ What can I say.... I'm a Damn Good Shot!! Edited January 17, 2013 by armory Quote Link to post Share on other sites
gunfun 3,931 Posted January 17, 2013 Report Share Posted January 17, 2013 I decided on an all black 22/45 lite. I did see the Neos and that thing looks like a laser pistol haha. Will shoot it at the range tomorrow, then I might order the Volq trigger for it. Volquartsen should be on megan's list for the prices they charge. See if Power Customs offers a trigger. IMO their products are as good or better than Volq w/o extortion. 1 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
gunfun 3,931 Posted January 17, 2013 Report Share Posted January 17, 2013 Those tip- up Berrettas are fun, but they wouldn't be the first .22 pistol I got. I used to want one really bad for CC when I was wearing clothes that wouldn't hide a bigger gun well, but the baby .380s solved that problem in a similar sized package. Same for the walther. It's a neat little pistol, but I know 2 people who broke them. They also seem to have QC issues. Some are picky about ammo others aren't. The good thing about them (depending on your perspective) is that they recoil a lot for a .22 and have a loud bang. Most people say they "feel like shooting a "real" gun...." There are also plenty of holster choices and tacticool things to glue on to them. Another plus is that they feel just like smaller versions of wather's 9 and 40, so what you learn on one transfers well to the other if you have both. Here are some pictures I found on the interwebs of a setup like TTF has. The 2213 is new to me, and I will probably pick one up some day just for this purpose. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
iteachsurfing 50 Posted January 17, 2013 Report Share Posted January 17, 2013 I do enjoy my suppressed P22's! ... super fun!!! For Target ... my Smith & Wesson Model 41's trigger can't be beat! Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Sdustin 578 Posted January 17, 2013 Report Share Posted January 17, 2013 Ruger it will shoot anything, I've heard the walthers can be picky. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
sean8642 77 Posted January 17, 2013 Author Report Share Posted January 17, 2013 I decided on an all black 22/45 lite. I did see the Neos and that thing looks like a laser pistol haha. Will shoot it at the range tomorrow, then I might order the Volq trigger for it. Volquartsen should be on megan's list for the prices they charge. See if Power Customs offers a trigger. IMO their products are as good or better than Volq w/o extortion. I didn't see one at power cutoms. Yeah the trigger kit is $115 from Volq... Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Rhodes1968 1,638 Posted January 17, 2013 Report Share Posted January 17, 2013 Browning Buckmarks are great DITTO! They are accurate as all hell, feel good in the hand, and never had a malf that was not ammo. Worthy of the Browning name. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Magnamar 2 Posted January 18, 2013 Report Share Posted January 18, 2013 I love my GSG 1911 22 i got back in nov could not be more happy with it. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
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