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It's been a couple years since I have bought a new gun so I am starting to get the itch. I really don't know what I want. Went to my local gun shop and perused their pretty extensive collection but came home empty handed. Looking for ideas, inspiration, opinions, etc. I know it would help if I said what my intended use is, but I really don't have one. Just want to buy something new.
I have most of the bases covered from carry to plinking except for a .22 or .22wmr revolver. I kinda liked the sp101 .357mag but I have a couple other .357 already. I know they also have them in .22. Also liked some of the Sig stuff. Leaning toward .22 but I am open to just about anything.
So, anyone have any ideas?
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Ruger LCR, SR-22, & 22-45 are all good choices and lots of fun. Here's Ruger's complete catalog of .22 handguns : http://www.ruger.com/search/
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Where in VA, first of all?
A Single-Six Convertible scratches the LR and WMR itch.
If you've got a 1911, a .22LR slide and conversion makes a lot of sense, as does the SIG 1911 .22.
Start at the basics; revolver or auto? Single or double action? Purpose?
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I'm a .22-45 fan, but if a fella didn't lay in a stock of .22 it might be cheaper/easier to play the .38spl game.
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How about one of the RIA 1911 combo guns in 9mm and 22TCM? Over 2,000fps from a 1911 sized pistol sounds like a whole bunch of fun to me. On my short list of guns to get.
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22LR, S&W 617 for a current model or any of the old Kit guns 17, 63 etc. Expensive, but really the best 22LR revolvers available.
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How about one of the RIA 1911 combo guns in 9mm and 22TCM? Over 2,000fps from a 1911 sized pistol sounds like a whole bunch of fun to me. On my short list of guns to get. He never said he wanted schit.
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If you can find one, a PMR-30 is a hoot, as well. 30 rounds of 22WMR in a gun that weighs about 12 ounces IIRC is a pretty fun and useful general purpose pistol.
My PMR-30's have been reliable and accurate. I have had three of them but sold them when offered stupid high amounts of money for them when they were scarce.
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If you can find one, a PMR-30 is a hoot, as well. 30 rounds of 22WMR in a gun that weighs about 12 ounces IIRC is a pretty fun and useful general purpose pistol.
My PMR-30's have been reliable and accurate. I have had three of them but sold them when offered stupid high amounts of money for them when they were scarce. Earlier statement stands.
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My next 22 pistol will be the Ruger 22/45 Light with a Class 3 Supressor. Buddy has one that's a blast for squirrel hunting in the backyard.
Like Mark mentioned, a 1911 in .22lr is a blast also. I've got a Kimber Match Target 1911 Custom Shop in .22lr that will shoot 1/2" 10 shot groups at 25 yards.
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My next 22 pistol will be the Ruger 22/45 Light with a Class 3 Supressor. Buddy has one that's a blast for squirrel hunting in the backyard.
Like Mark mentioned, a 1911 in .22lr is a blast also. I've got a Kimber Match Target 1911 Custom Shop in .22lr that will shoot 1/2" 10 shot groups at 25 yards. Mark didn't mention a .22LR in a 1911. A .22LR in a 1911 is just crazy good and great for training. Personally can't stand the 22/45, but they are a great pistol (the ergos for me are FUBAR). The MkII, though... yeah. A suppressed .22LR is on the very short list.
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The LCR has been on my radar for a while.
I'm in northern VA. I do have 1911s and a couple .22 semiautos. If I go .22, I most likely would choose a revolver. Like the looks of the single six conv. but have never shot one.
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anyone tried one of those shrunk down Browning 22 1911's? they looked neat.....
i want one of those Ruger MkIII ultra lights....
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I do like the idea of a .22 double action with a 4 inch barrel.
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DA semi-auto or revolver?
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My next 22 pistol will be the Ruger 22/45 Light with a Class 3 Supressor. Buddy has one that's a blast for squirrel hunting in the backyard.
Like Mark mentioned, a 1911 in .22lr is a blast also. I've got a Kimber Match Target 1911 Custom Shop in .22lr that will shoot 1/2" 10 shot groups at 25 yards. Mark didn't mention a .22LR in a 1911. A .22LR in a 1911 is just crazy good and great for training. Personally can't stand the 22/45, but they are a great pistol (the ergos for me are FUBAR). The MkII, though... yeah. A suppressed .22LR is on the very short list. My bad, 4ager. Suppressor in .22 cal is my very next Class III project. The Feds seem to be getting a little faster on getting your stamp nowadays. I just got my Stamp for my Class III AOW Shotgun back from the Feds in less than 3 months! It's a 870 12 ga Pistol with a 7" barrel. It's my new snake gun for the Ranch, and also for repelling car jackers when I'm in Houston. 
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anyone tried one of those shrunk down Browning 22 1911's? they looked neat....... Huntsman 22 has one. He's posted pictures of his with various dead varmints. That alone speaks well for the little Browning 1911's. They just happen to be a little small for my hands
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4" DA revolver.
Rugers are easily had and still made. Good pistols.
S&Ws on the K-frame are amazingly accurate and available, but not cheap.
Colts are, well, Colts. The triggers are to die for, accuracy very nice, but they are not cheap AT ALL and hard to find.
If you want a DA .22 revolver, I'd be looking for a S&W K-22 4", shooter grade, and never look otherwise. It will take you longer to find than a Ruger, and you'll pay more, but you'll smile every single time you trip the trigger.
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My next 22 pistol will be the Ruger 22/45 Light with a Class 3 Supressor. Buddy has one that's a blast for squirrel hunting in the backyard.
Like Mark mentioned, a 1911 in .22lr is a blast also. I've got a Kimber Match Target 1911 Custom Shop in .22lr that will shoot 1/2" 10 shot groups at 25 yards. Mark didn't mention a .22LR in a 1911. A .22LR in a 1911 is just crazy good and great for training. Personally can't stand the 22/45, but they are a great pistol (the ergos for me are FUBAR). The MkII, though... yeah. A suppressed .22LR is on the very short list. My bad, 4ager. Suppressor in .22 cal is my very next Class III project. The Feds seem to be getting a little faster on getting your stamp nowadays. I just got my Stamp for my Class III AOW Shotgun back from the Feds in less than 3 months! It's a 870 12 ga Pistol with a 7" barrel. It's my new snake gun for the Ranch, and also for repelling car jackers when I'm in Houston. VERY good to know! I need to do the NFA Trust and get it done.
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