I am looking for a good .22 pistol....

BLAYDZ · 11-04-2009, 10:15 PM

ok.... what i am looking for is a .22 pistol... ( yes i know there is hundreds of posts out there about this subject ) i am wanting a .22 revolver or semi-auto.... i looked at the 1911 versions of the semi auto and all of them i can find are wayyyyy to pricy for my budget.... they are all $350+ i can only spend around 200 bux max..... i know.... said i couldnt spend much... well there is the proof of that.... ummm .... i have looked at some heratige (is that spelled right?) revolvers..... i was personally looking for a revolver that was mroe like 8-9 shot cylinder, double or single action... i dont care.... well... not too much anyway... ummm..... any help would be appreciated....yes i did look at the ruger pistol, there is a "slight" price issue there.... and i would prefer the 1911/glock look if i had a semi-auto... ok.... well.... plz reply.... would like some help here.... thnx

qUIKSHOT · 11-04-2009, 10:53 PM

used mark 2 m buddy has one and i think im goin to pick one up cause i like it so much

big shrek · 11-05-2009, 02:42 AM

Best thing I've seen come out lately is the Chiappa Firearms 1911-22 at $299
1911-22 Semi Auto .22 - Chiappa Firearms of Dayton, OH

It'd be worth saving up for an extra month for

Here's a review

Chiappa 1911-22 Semi-Auto .22 LR Tack Driver

NOTE: there are currently 5 models, which include a Tactical model with accessory rail, threaded barrel & fake surpressor for $425

GalleryofGuns.com - Gun Genie

Now some folks complain about it not being All-Steel, it has polymer magazines, which, by now, we know work just as good. Heck, I've got 30-year-old Zytel plastic mags that are still working perfectly. But all the internals, including the barrel, are Steel. Other non-essential parts are made from Chiappalloy.

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CHIAPPALLOY

Chiappalloy is a die casting alloy developed by Chiappa Research and Development engineers and has been in continued development and application since 1987. Historically, zinc alloys have been an economic approach utilized in firearm production for over 50 years. However, this application was not without limitations. Typically alloy casted components are limited to the quality of metal finish with high porosity and were usually either plated or painted. Most alloy casted firearm components are limited to low pressure ammunition and are usually best suited for rimfire calibers.

Chiappalloy has been developed to improve the strength, wear resistance and creep properties in the zinc alloy family. The alloys included in our unique blend include aluminum, copper, magnesium, and iron. This allows Chiappalloy to maintain casted components that are easily machined and finished to a bright level of polish with minimal porosity. Due to the high luster polish that can be obtained, Chiappalloy’s plating properties are enhanced, yielding beautiful Nickel & Gold (color) plated components.
Chiappalloy can be black finished that matches well with conventional blued & black anodized aluminum components. This black finish is much more durable and appealing than that of zinc casted components that must be coated or painted. The black finish when applied to Chiappalloy is very durable and can easily be touched up with most commercially available “Cold Blue” gun products.

In addition to the machining & finish attributes of Chiappalloy, this unique alloy has been developed to accurately replicate the weight of the replica firearms produced by Chiappa Firearms. For example, the Model 1911-22 feels very similar in weight and balance to the original 1911 chambered in .45 ACP.

The other difference is that when the safety is on, it Locks the Slide...no movement at all. Less chance of a problem, eh?

Here's something you REALLY need to know if you get one

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Bad news, when I decided to give it a good cleaning, I decided to take the grips off….that was a BIG OOOPS! Right grip no problem, left grip and springs flew everywhere! The grip holds the plunger tube (it is not staked like a 1911) and the slide safety in place. Well, after about 2 hours searching with my flashlight I found the little booger (little spring on the slide safety) and got it back together. Was really easy once I figured it out, just wasn’t prepared for the “Jack in a Box” effect when I took the grip off.

In that respect it's like a Star/Astra

The Italians have done WELL on this one

nathangdad · 11-05-2009, 04:48 AM

methinks thou shouldst doeth a dab of research before thou parteth with thyne wealth.

O.K. - it is not Shakespear but you ought to take the point.

I do not feel you are ready to evaluate any advice.

If possible, try to shoot some various .22's to begin getting a feel for what will work best for you.

SwedeSteve · 11-05-2009, 07:37 AM

If you could find a used Browning Buckmark you would be amazed at their accuracy and ease of disassembly to clean.

Deersniper · 11-05-2009, 08:24 AM

Thanks for the info big shrek, I'll look into one of those, But the Browning Buck Mark Micro may be the one I get next. But the 1911 frame is what I'm used to.

Fatstrat · 11-07-2009, 07:32 AM

I think that 1911 clone is COOL! But my all time fav fav .22 pistol, and I've owned MANY of them, is the Ruger NM Single Six. I know it's only 6 shots, but trust me, you won't be sorry.

MAllen49 · 11-08-2009, 12:33 AM

Here's something to look at! I have a Chiappa 1911-22 and love it!!!!

bigb831 · 11-08-2009, 01:05 AM

a used Walther p22 should run about 250 they are pretty good. if you do a little shopping you might find one cheaper. and who knows when shopping you may find something you like. ask the person behind the counter at your local gun shop, if they dont have something you like they might be able to get you one.

big shrek · 11-08-2009, 02:18 AM

Walther P22's are getting a few broken internals...read the various Walther P22 boards and there's more than a few problems cropping up.

ironhead7544 · 11-08-2009, 09:42 AM

For the money, the S&W 22A is hard to beat. Ive had one for 10 years with no problems. Excellent sights and has a built in scope mount. Very accurate. Just my ,02.

big shrek · 11-08-2009, 11:49 AM

This is whatcha NEED...but it's illegal in Kali, NY, NJ & Chicago, ILL.

The Calico M-110 pistol.

The Calico M-100 Carbine, hot chick not included

B'sides, you can tell 'em..."Look honey, it's the cool weapon from SPACEBALLS!!!"

Mr. 22 · 11-15-2009, 03:46 AM

"Looking for a good .22 pistol for under 200 bucks"

... Isn't that an oxymoron??

Kodiak32 · 11-17-2009, 08:53 PM

At that price range I'm not sure.

You could chance used, but make sure you inspect the pistol very well. Also keep in mind the availability of spare parts.

If you were to buy used , make sure you can fire the pistol also, or see it fired.

If I was looking for a pistol or any firearm on a limited budget, I would just keep saving money and buy what I wanted.

delford · 11-18-2009, 10:54 AM

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Originally Posted by Mr. 22

"Looking for a good .22 pistol for under 200 bucks"

... Isn't that an oxymoron??

Agree - the S&W 22A-1 is going for around $240 at two local gunstores (one new and one used

) and I've been looking and can't find Ruger Marks or Browning Buckmarks used for any less and usually a few dollars more.

Mr. 22 · 11-18-2009, 06:26 PM

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Originally Posted by Kodiak32

At that price range I'm not sure.

If I was looking for a pistol or any firearm on a limited budget, I would just keep saving money and buy what I wanted.

↑ A great person once said:

"Quality will be remembered long after price has been forgotten"

These are great words to live by. I would wait, save, beg, borrow or steal to get a NICE piece because...

1) It will always be an excellent, accurate shooter.

2) It will always be built with QUALITY.

3) It will always retain its value... if not increase.

4) It will be a pleasure to look at and to own (gotta have nice wood, etc.).

5) It will always be a thing of pride (see #4 above).

6) You will be able to hand it down from generation to generation.

7) It will always stand the test of time.

8) You will always save money in the long run because if it is truly something you are interested in (which I am sure it is, otherwise you would be on the pottery forum, or something else), you will want to upgrade it and get a quality piece in the first place. So, you buy maybe, 1-2-3 guns in the process of upgrading... what has this cost you?? You will be lucky to get your money out of the 'stepping stones'.

Don't buy the cheap POS... you will always regret it, but never, if it is a quality piece. Trust me - I speak from experience. The ONLY exception to this rule is if it has some sentimental value to it - "Dad or Grandpa handed it down to me" etc., then it is priceless (see #6 above - being priceless and of quality). Something you will WANT to hand down to a son, daughter, grandchild, etc.

Anyone think of any other reasons? Help me save this poor soul!

MLN1963 · 11-18-2009, 08:16 PM

Bladez

I hate to tell you this but the days of a $200 revolver from Colt, Ruger, S&W are long gone. There is a mad rush on all weapons thanks to the current administration's outlook on gun ownership. If you ask around to your friends and family you may find something in your price range. If you look elsewhere I think you'll have a snowball's chance in h3ll of finding one.

You can find lesser brands like a Heritage Rough Rider for under $200. They are nor bad guns but they are not the same quality as a Ruger Single Six.

Academy Sports sells them for $139 if you have them where you live.

I have the Ruger Single Six convertible which these are patterned after and they are $400 these days! I paid about $125 for one in the early 80s!

As far as 22s go I have the Browning Buck Mark which can be had from Academy for $279. There are really nice guns and worth saving a few extra months for compared to the Rough Rider IMO.

I bought my son a S&W 22A which is another nice gun. I shoot it all the time. I think they are highly underrated. They come in many different versions and usually can be found for $220-$250 for the least expensive ones. Academy has this one for $250.

We have a Ruger 22/45 MkIII as well but those are about $300 and a good bit more than you are wanting to spend. It's a nice gun though.

Food for thought. You can get some used commie bloc military guns for under $200 prior to shipping and transfer fees. I picked up a FEG PA63 for $149 plus shipping and transfer fees. All said it was $180. I picked up a CZ82 a few bucks more but right at $200. These are chambered in 9x18 Makarov which can be had for about $10 for 50 rounds. Not .22 ammo cheap but not bad either.

I hope these will give you some ideas. Check back and let us know what you get and of course post pictures of it!

11-04-2009, 10:15 PM	#1
BLAYDZ Registered User Join Date: Nov 2009 Posts: 2	I am looking for a good .22 pistol.... ok.... what i am looking for is a .22 pistol... ( yes i know there is hundreds of posts out there about this subject ) i am wanting a .22 revolver or semi-auto.... i looked at the 1911 versions of the semi auto and all of them i can find are wayyyyy to pricy for my budget.... they are all $350+ i can only spend around 200 bux max..... i know.... said i couldnt spend much... well there is the proof of that.... ummm .... i have looked at some heratige (is that spelled right?) revolvers..... i was personally looking for a revolver that was mroe like 8-9 shot cylinder, double or single action... i dont care.... well... not too much anyway... ummm..... any help would be appreciated....yes i did look at the ruger pistol, there is a "slight" price issue there.... and i would prefer the 1911/glock look if i had a semi-auto... ok.... well.... plz reply.... would like some help here.... thnx

11-05-2009, 07:37 AM	#5
SwedeSteve Suspected Member Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: Anchortown, Alaska Posts: 23,549 Images: 1	If you could find a used Browning Buckmark you would be amazed at their accuracy and ease of disassembly to clean. __________________ Thank God we don't get as much Government as we pay for! -Will Rogers

11-08-2009, 12:33 AM	#8
MAllen49 Registered User Join Date: Nov 2009 Posts: 1	1911-22 Here's something to look at! I have a Chiappa 1911-22 and love it!!!!

11-08-2009, 02:18 AM	#10
big shrek Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Northwest, FL Posts: 3,128 Images: 56	Walther P22's are getting a few broken internals...read the various Walther P22 boards and there's more than a few problems cropping up. __________________ In every Unit...there is a Scrounger...

11-08-2009, 11:49 AM	#12
big shrek Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Northwest, FL Posts: 3,128 Images: 56	This is whatcha NEED...but it's illegal in Kali, NY, NJ & Chicago, ILL. The Calico M-110 pistol. The Calico M-100 Carbine, hot chick not included B'sides, you can tell 'em..."Look honey, it's the cool weapon from SPACEBALLS!!!" __________________ In every Unit...there is a Scrounger...

11-04-2009, 10:53 PM	#2
qUIKSHOT Member Join Date: Nov 2009 Posts: 5	used mark 2 m buddy has one and i think im goin to pick one up cause i like it so much

11-05-2009, 04:48 AM	#4
nathangdad Senior Member Join Date: Nov 2007 Posts: 5,166	Ummm, methinks thou shouldst doeth a dab of research before thou parteth with thyne wealth. O.K. - it is not Shakespear but you ought to take the point. I do not feel you are ready to evaluate any advice. If possible, try to shoot some various .22's to begin getting a feel for what will work best for you.

11-05-2009, 08:24 AM	#6
Deersniper Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2006 Posts: 3,611	Thanks for the info big shrek, I'll look into one of those, But the Browning Buck Mark Micro may be the one I get next. But the 1911 frame is what I'm used to.

11-07-2009, 07:32 AM	#7
Fatstrat Senior Member Join Date: Sep 2007 Posts: 208	I think that 1911 clone is COOL! But my all time fav fav .22 pistol, and I've owned MANY of them, is the Ruger NM Single Six. I know it's only 6 shots, but trust me, you won't be sorry.

11-08-2009, 01:05 AM	#9
bigb831 Member Join Date: Dec 2008 Location: wisconsin Posts: 78	a used Walther p22 should run about 250 they are pretty good. if you do a little shopping you might find one cheaper. and who knows when shopping you may find something you like. ask the person behind the counter at your local gun shop, if they dont have something you like they might be able to get you one.

11-08-2009, 09:42 AM	#11
ironhead7544 Senior Member Join Date: Nov 2008 Posts: 252	For the money, the S&W 22A is hard to beat. Ive had one for 10 years with no problems. Excellent sights and has a built in scope mount. Very accurate. Just my ,02.

11-15-2009, 03:46 AM	#13
Mr. 22 Senior Member Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: Idaho Posts: 366	"Looking for a good .22 pistol for under 200 bucks" ... Isn't that an oxymoron?? __________________ You make a noise, Mr. Forty-Four makes a noise & his six little friends run a lot faster than you do

11-17-2009, 08:53 PM	#14
Kodiak32 Senior Member Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: Indiana Posts: 522	At that price range I'm not sure. You could chance used, but make sure you inspect the pistol very well. Also keep in mind the availability of spare parts. If you were to buy used , make sure you can fire the pistol also, or see it fired. If I was looking for a pistol or any firearm on a limited budget, I would just keep saving money and buy what I wanted.

11-18-2009, 08:16 PM	#17
MLN1963 Senior Member Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: SW OK Posts: 125	Bladez I hate to tell you this but the days of a $200 revolver from Colt, Ruger, S&W are long gone. There is a mad rush on all weapons thanks to the current administration's outlook on gun ownership. If you ask around to your friends and family you may find something in your price range. If you look elsewhere I think you'll have a snowball's chance in h3ll of finding one. You can find lesser brands like a Heritage Rough Rider for under $200. They are nor bad guns but they are not the same quality as a Ruger Single Six. Academy Sports sells them for $139 if you have them where you live. I have the Ruger Single Six convertible which these are patterned after and they are $400 these days! I paid about $125 for one in the early 80s! As far as 22s go I have the Browning Buck Mark which can be had from Academy for $279. There are really nice guns and worth saving a few extra months for compared to the Rough Rider IMO. I bought my son a S&W 22A which is another nice gun. I shoot it all the time. I think they are highly underrated. They come in many different versions and usually can be found for $220-$250 for the least expensive ones. Academy has this one for $250. We have a Ruger 22/45 MkIII as well but those are about $300 and a good bit more than you are wanting to spend. It's a nice gun though. Food for thought. You can get some used commie bloc military guns for under $200 prior to shipping and transfer fees. I picked up a FEG PA63 for $149 plus shipping and transfer fees. All said it was $180. I picked up a CZ82 a few bucks more but right at $200. These are chambered in 9x18 Makarov which can be had for about $10 for 50 rounds. Not .22 ammo cheap but not bad either. I hope these will give you some ideas. Check back and let us know what you get and of course post pictures of it! Last edited by MLN1963; 11-18-2009 at 08:24 PM.