Posted on 06/17/2019 5:35:35 AM PDT by w1n1
Shooting at a bunch of cans or melons with a .22 pistol to pass the time has always been a favorite past time next to having BBQ in the backyard. With the huge availability and at low cost, having fun on the cheap is nice.
There is a a practical side to the .22 handguns. The .22 caliber can be used to help teach new shooters the fundamentals of shooting. The caliber is easy to manage – with the minimal recoil and muzzle rise.
The intermediate shooter can take this to another level of tactical shooting. For newbies the .22 caliber will help their trigger control, whereas the intermediate/advanced shooters can slap the trigger for speedy rapid fire with accuracy.
Revolvers are excellent and reliable handguns, its almost impossible for the internals to jam when compared to the semi-auto pistols. When a revolver does jam its usually the ammunition.
Here are some really good .22 caliber revolvers that are out there that you can plink with, target practice or used for varmint control. (not the complete list)
Smith & Wesson Model 63 - The Smith & Wesson Model 63 is a scaled down version of their classic J-Frame revolver. The J-Frame revolver has been around for over six decades, and has been extremely popular. The revolver is still relatively light, weighing in at 24.8 ounces. It has an 8 round capacity, and has a 3 inch barrel.
Heritage Arms Rough Rider - Considered the best .22LR revolver for the price. (best bang for the buck) The revolver has a 6.5 inch barrel, weighs 33.4 ounces, and has a 6 round capacity.
Ruger LCR - The Ruger LCR is the only hammerless revolver here. The Ruger LCR has an aluminum frame and polymer housing, which goes a long way in reducing the weight. The revolver has a 1.87 inch barrel, weighs 14.9 ounces, and has an 8 round capacity. Due to the extremely small size, light weight, and the fact that it is hammerless, this is the best .22LR revolver for concealed carry. Read the rest of best 22 revolver.
I thought we were talking about revolvers?
Both are fine choices. Many might s*** on small caliber chamberings but IRC .22 LR and .25 held the title for a long time. Shot placement rules most engagements IMHO.
Great minds think alike and all that.
You as well.
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Bingo ..... first handgun I bought with my own money as a kid. Very very accurate . Lots of wild game from bunnies to squirrels and thunder chickens ....... H&R 999 !
Have a few of the Beretta 70’s and 71’s even a target 76 . Magazines are hard to find these days .
Yes, however .22 was mentioned and I mentioned my pistols. What’s the big deal?
The Ruger GP-100 in .22 (10 shot) does not get mentioned? I think it comes with a 6-inch barrel, however an 8-inch would be optimal for a little bit more than just plinking.
To add to your good post, I have a couple of 1911-22 lr pistols which have 15 round magazines. With five inch barrels running CCI ammo, they are reliable and deadly. Can tote them cock and locked for excellent trigger control. Laser under the barrel ... what’s not to like?
Do you ever twirl your pistol, like trick shooters?
That would make it a ‘revolver’, right?
No and yes.
You need to send that gun back to the factory for repairs. They will take care of the the problem (I have some experience with Ruger service, and they are very good).
I’m surprised they didn’t have the Ruger Single Six mentioned in this artice. That is a tremendous revolver, and can be had with adjustable rear sights, unlike the Bearcat (which is named after a car, BTW).
I will dig it out and contact them, was just plain disappointed in the fact that it did it enough that I lost faith in it.
Only a .22 mag, but my daughter is tiny with small hands and arms, it was better than nothing and she wasn’t afraid of it at all. Probably the biggest reason I bought it in that caliber.
S&W K-22 Target Masterpiece.
It is not a revolver, but nothing can beat a Ruger MarkII/II/IV series .22 pistol. It is dead-nuts on.
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