gillbot Posted January 7, 2013 Report Share Posted January 7, 2013 Looking for honest actual feedback, not typical internet rumor. I don't want a revolver either, just not a fan. I'm looking for something that isn't outrageous in price but i'm willing to spend a tick more than a typical pistol to save on ammo cost in the long run. I don't need a high end pistol for popping glass bottles. I'm mainly concerned with durability and size. I don't want a pea-shooter in my fairly large hands, but I understand a 22 pistol just isn't "manly". On to my limited research: Walther P22, online reviews say they are poor quality. Ruger Mk II, Mk III or 22/45, No thanks, I can't stand the look of it. Ruger SR22, Haven't seen much about it. S&W 22A, Haven't really seen much about it and is probably hard to find or expensive. Kinda looks like a Ruger to me. S&W M&P22, Haven't really seen much about it and is probably hard to find or expensive. ISSC M22, Haven't really seen much about it and is probably hard to find or expensive. Beretta Neos, Don't like the looks, but I don't hate it either. Haven't seen anything "bad" about it other than the looks so if I found a deal on one I'd consider it. Bersa Thunder 22, Looks small. Phoenix HP22, Looks small and seems to be impossible to find. and all of that leads me to the 1911, Fuck, I don't even know where to start. There are about eleventy billion models and manufacturers of the 1911. Every time I look into it, I just end up closing the pages because it leads me in circles with all the models and manufacturers.... I'm just over thinking this, I know it. I should just go to a store, look and feel then just get one. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nurkvinny Posted January 7, 2013 Report Share Posted January 7, 2013 Own an SR22. Completely, 100% recommend it to everyone. Everyone that's shot it is surprised at it. Comes with an extra back strap for larger hands. Just sold a SW 22A. Liked it. Strictly a range gun, whereas I can and do carry the SR22 some times. This gun is easy to find in stock usually. My next 22 with be the M&P22 for chaper practice in lieu of my M&P9. I also have all of the Ruger Mk's. I would never had bought them myself, but they are ok to shoot. Read too many bad reviews of the P22, when I decided to buy the SR22. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ross Posted January 7, 2013 Report Share Posted January 7, 2013 You say you don't like the looks of the Ruger 22/45 but are looking into a .22 1911. The 22/45 is the same grip angle and dimension of a 1911, has a huge aftermarket, and operates with all the same manipulations of a 1911. I bought one for cheap plinking and training so that I don't have to burn through 45acp. The MK series has a cult like following, comes in a variety of combinations, and are probably one of the most reliable of the group mentioned as well as the Browning Buckmark. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gillbot Posted January 7, 2013 Author Report Share Posted January 7, 2013 22/45: http://www.impactguns.com/data/default/images/catalog/535/ruger_14308.jpg 1911: http://www.aimsurplus.com/eos/images/product/f1gsg1911.jpg I can't get past the exposed round barrel on the 22/45, it looks hideous to me. Reminds me too much of this: http://farm6.staticflickr.com/5218/5491751805_4718251a4f_z.jpg The 1911 is like the Neos though, I don't like it but I don't hate it. I was looking around at the 1911's but there are SO MANY I just said screw it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nurkvinny Posted January 7, 2013 Report Share Posted January 7, 2013 On the P22 and SR22 (and similar), you can pick up one of these : http://www.ebay.com/itm/Ruger-SR22-Pachmayr-05177-Tactical-Grip-Glove-for-The-Ruger-SR22-/360542530577?pt=LH_DefaultDomain_0&hash=item53f2026c11 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gillbot Posted January 7, 2013 Author Report Share Posted January 7, 2013 I think i'm leaning towards the Ruger SR22, S&W M&P22 or the ISSC M22. That it unless I can find a CHEAP deal on a Beretta Neos or S&W 22A. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RyM3rC Posted January 7, 2013 Report Share Posted January 7, 2013 Too bad about the 22/45. Mine runs like a raped ape! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GSXRAntwon Posted January 7, 2013 Report Share Posted January 7, 2013 Ive owned a Walther P22. They are not junk, very nice gun infact. Right now my plinker is a Phoenix Arms HP22. Bought it used at Ohio Valley for $120 and it hasnt skipped 1 beat yet. Best $120 Ive ever spent on a gun. http://picturearchive.gunauction.com/100123630/9079690/img_1535.jpg_thumbnail1.jpg Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
1bad95gt Posted January 7, 2013 Report Share Posted January 7, 2013 How about high standard, I have one from early 70's and it doesnt skip a beat, shoots as good as my mark II, and they can be had fairly cheap. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
1fast5gp Posted January 7, 2013 Report Share Posted January 7, 2013 You can't go wrong with a Ruger SR22. Everyone I know that owns one loves it. It fixes everything that was wrong with the P22. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TheBussman1647545507 Posted January 7, 2013 Report Share Posted January 7, 2013 browning buckmarks are great. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
evil8 Posted January 7, 2013 Report Share Posted January 7, 2013 I have a Walther P22 and have been extremely happy with it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gillbot Posted January 7, 2013 Author Report Share Posted January 7, 2013 Too bad about the 22/45. Mine runs like a raped ape! I know, everyone keeps telling me to get one but I just can't get past the look of it. Ive owned a Walther P22. They are not junk, very nice gun infact. Right now my plinker is a Phoenix Arms HP22. Bought it used at Ohio Valley for $120 and it hasnt skipped 1 beat yet. Best $120 Ive ever spent on a gun. []http://picturearchive.gunauction.com/100123630/9079690/img_1535.jpg_thumbnail1.jpg[/img] If I could find a HP22, I'd buy it just because, same with a Hi-Point just because CHEAP and 'MURICA! How about high standard, I have one from early 70's and it doesnt skip a beat, shoots as good as my mark II, and they can be had fairly cheap. Not familiar, more info? I have a Walther P22 and have been extremely happy with it. You and Antwon are the first two I've seen give them good reviews. Everyone else bitches about parts prematurely wearing out. I'm wondering if it's another case of internet fear where people keep relaying what they read but don't actually even own one. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
starkmaster03 Posted January 7, 2013 Report Share Posted January 7, 2013 I went out looking yesterday for the same 22LR. I like the Ruger SR22, really like the look of the GSG 1911 but also considering the Sig with the threaded barrel but was a bit more. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cordell Posted January 7, 2013 Report Share Posted January 7, 2013 The only gun I've ever shot at a range was a S&W 22A, really easy to shoot and accurate. Good gun in my opinion, but I have little gun experience. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stangsn95gt Posted January 7, 2013 Report Share Posted January 7, 2013 You and Antwon are the first two I've seen give them good reviews. Everyone else bitches about parts prematurely wearing out. I'm wondering if it's another case of internet fear where people keep relaying what they read but don't actually even own one. Make that 3 that never had problems with a P22 wish I never sold mine. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mojoe Posted January 7, 2013 Report Share Posted January 7, 2013 You and Antwon are the first two I've seen give them good reviews. Everyone else bitches about parts prematurely wearing out. I'm wondering if it's another case of internet fear where people keep relaying what they read but don't actually even own one. I have stated several times on here the P22 is one of my favorite guns. I think some may give it a bad review, because it's not your normal function they might be use to. Keep it clean, and it's a fine shooter. M&P and Ruger are also on my list that I may pick up. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gillbot Posted January 7, 2013 Author Report Share Posted January 7, 2013 I might end up with a couple, they are always cheap plinksters and fun to shoot. Just looking for real hand info before I drop coin. EDIT: It's refreshing to see the good light shed on the P22 though as that was one of my favorites. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KillJoy Posted January 7, 2013 Report Share Posted January 7, 2013 It's not cheap, the the Browning Baby 1911-22 is fun as hell, and accurate for what it is. :thumbup: KillJoy Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
evil8 Posted January 7, 2013 Report Share Posted January 7, 2013 P22 is a pile of junk. I will accept all p22s for scrap value. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BloodRed Posted January 7, 2013 Report Share Posted January 7, 2013 Put me down as another one that loves the Walther P22. It has been my favorite range pistal since I purchased it over 5 years ago. My only complant would be that it is picky on the ammo I feed it. It tends to only like a few brands, but once you learn which one your P22 likes, buy bricks of those and have fun. You did mention you have large hands, so the P22 might be a bit small for you, but just pick one up while at the store and see how it feels in your hands to help make the call. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
motozachl Posted January 7, 2013 Report Share Posted January 7, 2013 The gsg 1911 is tons of fun and super reliable. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rustlestiltskin Posted January 7, 2013 Report Share Posted January 7, 2013 Make that 3 that never had problems with a P22 wish I never sold mine. Make that 4. I owned a p22 for years. Put a ton of ammo through it and it worked flawless. Would own one again. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
STEVE-O Posted January 7, 2013 Report Share Posted January 7, 2013 Love my buckmark only every had to replace the mag cause the spring was worn out. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
2pointslow Posted January 7, 2013 Report Share Posted January 7, 2013 S&W 22a It had a lot of FTF with about the first 100 rds. After that all was good, this gun is accurate and is an awesome range gun. I have a cheap A.I.M sight on mine. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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