Top 3 BEST 22 LR Handguns

[@cartsman9783]

Just got the M&P22 as my first CC / Beginner Handgun. I seriously couldn't be happier with my purchase. It feels like absolute butter in your hands and so reliable.

[@mugsypea]

With the shortage of larger caliber ammo these days, .22LR is a great alternative .

[@Falconryder]

Went to the gun shop to buy the SR22 months ago, before Covid. Left with the Taurus TX22. The Ruger is good, but the Taurus is better in many ways, especially with those 16rnd magazines.

[@dalelockner8386]

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[@Payner2644]

Yes, the TX22 is a much better gun. I think it's the best 22LR pistol out there that's not a competition custom build!!

[@ssgairassault1020]

I got both Sr22 and TX22. I liked the TX22.

[@mannyvega5032]

The TX22 is a solid gun, i bought one w/o ever firing it because of the reviews, and the reviews were right. I love it! Lightweight, 16 rd, low recoil, little maintenance, i have fired the Glock 44 and i like the TX22 better.

[@AlexS-wl3nc]

Taurus sucks there is nothing they do better than anyone else other than making cheap guns.

[@cristianespinal9917]

I love my Ruger SP101 revolver with a 4.2" barrel. I bought it as a trainer pistol and kit gun. The trigger is very heavy in double action and wasn't smooth a first, but a couple of detailed strips and some light buffing of action surfaces with a felt pad and some very fine polishing compound got it super smooth and clean. The single action trigger was always very crisp. It holds 8 rounds and if a round doesn't go off just pull the trigger again. Great for training trigger control in double action, very carryable despite the longer barrel, incredibly soft-shooting because of the all-steel construction, shoots anything from the wimpiest .22 short CBs to hypervelocity .22LRs, and is plenty accurate for small game hunting at short range. Finally, adjustable sights make it easy to dial in any ammo you care to shoot and being a revolver you don't have to worry about safeties or magazine issues.

[@alanderson9711]

Cristian Espinal -i could have written that almost word for word. Bought a few Sp101s and had a trigger job done on each. So smooth you only want to shoot double action and with practice anyone can be. 9/10 ring shooter. Nothing to jam, if it doesn’t fire just pull the trigger again while smiling. Helpful Tip: a brass brush with chrome polish and like magic cylinder rings disappear; always wear latex gloves when cleaning.

[@cristianespinal9917]

@@alanderson9711 yea man, 100% agreed. I enjoy mine so much that I went from not being a revolver guy to getting ready to buy a 4" SP101 in .357 Mag and a little .38 J-frame. After thousands of .22 rounds and many times more reps of dry-fire with the SP, I find that I shoot DA revolvers better than any other action type. As for the brass brush and chrome polish trick, I'm definitely going to try it. I use a brass brush and a little solvent right now, but it takes a ridiculous amount of elbow grease and I never get every last bit off.

[@alanderson9711]

Cristian Espinal -got the 3” and the MC 4”. Wife had a Smith 637 beauty, but was too hard on recoil for her and traded it for a Sig P238 with Crimson trace grips, hard not to buy one after carrying and shooting it but I still keep going back to the 3” which Should have come with Hogue grips and been named The Ruger Goldilocks .357

[@cristianespinal9917]

@@alanderson9711 you and your wife have some great taste in guns. I considered the 3", but it wouldn't add anything new for me. I can't pocket it so it would be a holster gun. My favorite semi auto, a .40 PPS, already fills its niche of a small holster gun. I carried my 4" .22 SP101 IWB a few times. I was surprised that it was very comfortable and didn't print. That sold me on the 4" .357 since I plan on it being a hiking, hunting backup, and target gun. The J-frame would be for deep concealment and when I just want to throw the thing in my pocket. I'm planning on the 638 or 642. Definitely not as good looking as the 637, but I don't want an exposed hammer for pocket carry.

[@OutnBacker]

Bought a M&P .22 a couple years ago. No issues yet with a couple thousand rounds fired, multiple brands, some very old. IMO, as close to a perfect handgun as I have ever found in 40+ years of shooting. This, in a world of very good .22's to choose from.

[@jeffreylocke8808]

Mark IV semi-auto 22 LR are all well designed and the 22/45 lite model with threaded barrel is a super choice.

[@itisfinishednowtimetoclean2723]

I Bought a Mark IV target replaced the rear sight and added wood ruger grip in mine has a 10”bull barrel it’s a bit heavy but….I Kicked Donkey Butt plinking. I am new to shooting and loving my easy Ruger Mark IV! Wish Ruger had better triggers though! A Great gun for the price….

[@jamesadams5386]

I have a couple of CZ75bs and installed the 22 Kadet conversion on it and I really like it. Accurate as hell and never malfunctions in any way with any long rifle ammo. It is just as accurate as my Ruger Mk III target model. Naturally I can always put my 9 mm upper back on and have another great pistol.

[@Kornholeeoo]

Had the MK IV on the range yesterday and we had a half silhouette and some 4” steel targets at 100 yards. I have a Holosun HS403 on it and we were able to hit the 4” targets about 5 out of ten shots. We tore up that half silhouette. Just a really fun gun to shoot. My grandson loves the M&P though. He’s turning out to be a really good shot. Thanks for the video!

[@landiago1]

I bought that same gun 2 years ago, the bronze Ruger mark 4...so sweet. The most accurate in my handgun arsenal and the best looking.

[@copisetic1104]

Got rid of my walther, bought an sr22 and never looked back. You can feed these anything and they go bang every time.

[@MrRoman-lo6ih]

Same here. I test fired it for a whole month. 847rds later and 2 hiccups. My carry gun for the last 5 years

[@JS-qi1ou]

The Ruger is great and suprisingly so is the Taurus Tx22, had less issues out of the cheap Taurus than my Buckmark

[@sorenpx]

I just bought an SR22 yesterday. Can't wait to go shoot it. I'm a first-time buyer and going to have to figure things out as I go, but I'm looking forward to getting on the range for the first time.

[@sorenpx]

@@JS-qi1ou Taurus seems to be a quality manufacturer now. I was going to get the G3c, but you can't find them in stock anywhere in my area right now. I ended up going with the SR22 instead, but once the G3c starts showing back up on store shelves I intend to snatch one up.

[@ALLCOMPTON]

@@sorenpx how much it cost you?

[@carlhopkinson]

Taurus TX22 is the new King !!! Long live The King !!!

[@MC-od8ug]

Taurus 3c!!

[@richardmilroyjr.8399]

picked up a tx22 and absolutely love it such a fun range gun

[@markgee9211]

I have a Buckmark, 25 years old. They haven't changed much and that's a good thing. I've never felt a gun so comfortable in my hand. I put a rail on top and a reflex sight. So nice, and no need to take it apart to clean and lube really. Have 4 magazines, great fun. Beautiful gun.

[@Iceberg050]

Ruger Mark IV 45 Lite is my wife’s favorite 22 LR pistol. I bought a Mark III. 45 Lite before the last version came out and it is a pain to take down, but there are aftermarket upgrades and I got the trigger and Sear and Hammer and will in the near future get the Takedown conversion. I don’t mind the stock takedown but my wife’s Mark IV has me spoiled.

[@davidstainton7201]

I was going to tell you you didn’t know what you were talking about, but I hung in there, till your first pick. Bought a ruger mark three with a Heavy barrel. Used. Never, never failed to fire. Very very accurate. Ruger has a lifetime warranty on all their products. Sent a single action 357 in for repair. They fixed cleaned and put new stocks on it. No charge.

[@anonymouslegion4928]

I love how some people say the 22 is a lil tiny gun and yet no videos of someone standing in front of one at a range lol.

[@colinjohnson9170]

Steven G great for beginnings

[@justinspeegle4668]

Great when you dont wanna hunt and pay 9mm prices for ammo

[@apeshitcrazyman]

Uuuuuuhhhhhh, what? !? One should NEVER stand down range JUST to film the gun firing. . . Regardless of the caliber. . . That would be stupid and reckless. It's what an autonomous camera with a tripod would rather be suited for.

[@eddieburnette809]

FBI statistics used to be more deaths from. 22's than any other caliber.

[@Psalm144.1]

Silly comment.

[@litholi9103]

Ruger SR22 - Great gun! S&W M&P 22 Compact - Own this and love this gun. Ruger Mark IV - own the MkIII, very hard to take down, the MkIV is much, much, much, much easier to take down. Missing from list Browning Buck Mark Sig P226-22 Sig P250 Taurus TX-22

[@libertyboy2743]

Best 22LR pistol I've owned is a Phoenix Arms HP22A pistol very reliable and concealable weapon with the option of changing barrel sizes and very accurate. A true pocket pistol, which will give any expensive 22 a run for their money. MSRP of $160 on average you can't go wrong.

[@nokiot9]

That sr22 swiping down for safe is a deal breaker big time

[@terrysaling3673]

@Stansel Almon Even though I'm more accurate with the sr22 I've never been comfortable with the safety.

[@davidpelton1885]

Not for me. At the range it don't matter. At home safety is off! No kids or grandkids!

[@nokiot9]

@@davidpelton1885 it only takes one ND to keep you from doing that forever.

[@mikesnaturalroast7748]

Leave the safety off and just use it as a decocker.

[@papatorr3669]

I would recommend the 22 that's the best/closest trainer for the center fire pistol you own. That M&P22 being a perfect example for an M&P center fire owner. That 22/45 being a great trainer for the 1911 owner. The Glock 44 (if you can get one that works) for the Glock shooters. And so on. I think a great generic trainer for polymer center fire pistols is the Taurus TX-22.

[@cedricsmith9209]

Nice list but you can't exclude the TX22! Capacity, trigger, accurate and cheaper than everything gun on your list. Did I mention 16 rounds and reliability?

[@paulriccio5333]

Thanks. My state won't allow that but wanna check it out.

[@sams7725]

The TX-22 is an excellent range/ target pistol. Taurus makes an upgrade competition model now also. The TX-22 fires really well and is not picky about ammo. The magazines are not $50 apiece; that's a huge plus! I bought a total of 6 magazines when the pandemic started to hit, and ammo started to dry up. This is my range warm-up firearm and the most used weapon to improve shooting skills with a pistol. Unfortunately, 9mm rounds are still about 50 cents a round; that's too much to fire 9mm pistols all the time. I then move to a 22lr rifle, then an AR platform 5.56 rifle. I wish I had a range closer to me that allowed shotgun rounds. My range only allows slugs, which are also too expensive to fire very often.

[@weseehowcommiegoogleis3770]

Just the Slide blows apart.

[@sams7725]

@@paulriccio5333 You probably could buy it with 10 round magazines. I'd check and see if there are 10 round magazines or something else that your state will allow.

[@brianlowe935]

I have one it's great

[@dannysmith6035]

A 22 is better than a zero gun!!!! Appreciate the video. 👍

[@vittoriovuocolo2438]

My wife is retired army but she's still a wuss.so .22lr it is.then she picks that NAA little tiny revolver.i just have to shake my head.

[@scotttilson8876]

I have all four of the mark series. The 1 2 3 aren’t as bad as people think to take apart once you’ve done it several times. Lotta stores sell the mark four light for around 600.

[@jasonisrael4842]

Just bought the Ruger Mark IV (All Black) and agree with everything said and I did change grip, compensator and added thumb rests as a first step plus added 4 mags. To plink and teach people how to shoot

[@cephasmartin8593]

I have the Ruger SR22 and love it, but my favorite 22LR pistol is the Ruger Mark IV Competition Stainless. I put a Hi-Viz front sight on it and a 2x6x30 Simmons Pro Hunter stainless scope on stainless see-through rings. I also put in a Tandemkross Victory trigger and added the TK HALO charging ring because I'm an old man and I have arthritis in my hands; the HALO charging ring helps a lot. It came with a left side grip with a thumb rest, which is a big plus.

[@davidpelton1885]

Cephas Martin, so you put hundreds of dollars of aftermarket parts on a "competition " gun? Roflmao! Yep, factory Mk 4s out of box ARE garbage!

[@TylerAyres311]

Something to add. The SR22 is a double action that is hammer driven. If you have a failure to fire you just squeeze the trigger again to give the primer another chance. The other single action guns have to clear that round.

[@keithpayson6633]

I have the SR22 and it's a good shooter but the reverse safety is a mind f

[@jimr5703]

If you're gonna carry it, I suppose his list is valid. I just plink with mine, maybe a little varmint hunting. My list: 1. S&W Victory, 2. Ruger Mk IV, 3. Browning Buckmark All are fine weapons. The Smith gets the top spot for A) Price, B) Ammo sensitvity - It eats everything so far. You can even run sub-sonic rounds through it.

[@robertharing7031]

Finally someone on this list with a lick of sense

[@hartwoodhollowfarm9527]

Walther P22....love it! Same size as the PK 380. Both are fantastic smooth shooting firearms.

[@not-from-here]

My Walther P22 is possessed by Satan. I looked at the videos on how to fix it and worked on it and got it to work a little better. But seldom can run through a full mag without a malfunction. My worst purchase ever.

[@ajthecat5520]

Have a dozen or so .22 sidearms. My top three are: 1) S&W model 41 2) Walther PPK/S 22 3) Ruger Single Six New Model The rest of my .22 pistols or revolvers have not been fired in many years.

[@Dani-yk8sj]

3. 01:00 Rugger sr 22 msrp: "$439" 2. 07:07 S&W MP 22 compact msrp: "$390ish" 1. 10:13 Ruger mark IV(Light) msrp: "$500s"

[@223enema]

Buy a Grand Power K22s and get the best features available for a gp .22 including stellar accuracy.

[@2AEnthusiast]

The Beretta Neos is very reliable and well-made. The Heritage revolvers are also a lot of fun. Sometimes you can get them for $100, and for $150, you can get a 22mag cylinder. That's tough to beat!

[@deandeann1541]

The Heritage is enjoyable to plink with.

[@joeyoung4121]

At the day B4 Christmas the heritage was $99 did not like the grips on that one. then I saw a used one with the mag got it for $125. But have not got to Shoot it YET!! Looks beautiful

[@WRW9751]

1. High standard Military Citation 2. S & W Model 41 3. S & W Model 617

[@edblintorres9866]

Pardini SP High Standard SuperMatic Trophy S&w 41

[@ronalddavis]

colt woodsman

[@davidpelton1885]

Except the model 41 should be #1! Had/shot both! Kept the 41!

[@WRW9751]

@@davidpelton1885 I currently have both HS and 41 shoot both. Ergonomics on the HS are way nicer. Safety Slide lock ect.

[@busymountain]

Dude I don’t know how you can possibly not show the TX .22. Shoots everything and feels great in the hand. Perfect trigger 16 round mag

[@deanriver9388]

Smith and Wesson Victory and Browning Buckmark

[@adamk5490]

I love my Victory and the 617 from Smith and Wesson. I like my sr22 too.

[@mark5862]

I have both MP shield and. Glock 43. Despite being less expensive, the MP has superior fit finish and much nicer take down lever. Honestly, I would pay more for the MP.

[@jasonrobbins7269]

I am opposite I have the shield 9mm and the 43 just gave the shield to my dad after only shooting like 50rds I absolutely hated it lol.

[@slkric1724]

These are my choices for a .22 1. Walther P22 2. Taurus TX22 3. Kel-Tec CP33 4. GSG Firefly I don't know how he came up with those top three in the video... But there are way better options out there for less money.

[@Iflew727]

A Walther P22 over a PPQ 22, or haven't you tried one?

[@ToGrimmToWin]

All less reliable guns in my research sw mp far better than all

[@mattlangstraaat3508]

SW. Try it, then cry.. you will sell the rest

[@ianmcnally8501]

I have a Walter newer model, reliable so far and fun to shoot.

[@cerberus7.625]

My S&W M&P 22lr full size not only fun at the range, but necessary when the Zombie Apocalypse comes, just wish it wasn’t so ammo sensitive

[@djomen131]

@Urban Boys my full size eats anything as well, it really loves stingers and mini mags, but I can run junk through it all day.

[@brianmoore1164]

A good 22 is a must have. Most of the things that need to be learned for good marksmanship can be learned on a 22. When you fall in love with the little cartridge, you pick up a Smith and Wesson model 41, and you are set for life.

[@nicksutton8055]

Just picked up a sr22 for a killer deal at local shop for $200. I’m super happy with the performance

[@wallfly0131]

Just an fyi, the m&p is not striker fired. It has an internal hammer.

[@alanderson9711]

First Place by a huge margin is: Ruger Mark IV, Sp101 revolver and SR22 with the Buckmark running far behind.

[@3dprintwiz378]

I have the S&W .22lr revolver. Revolver all the way boys.

[@sombra6153]

Great review. I’m still kicking myself for not grabbing an M&P22 or two a couple years ago when PSA had them for about $270 a piece. I had an LGS check the other day and the cheapest he could find one online was around $420.

[@later2672]

I forgot to say my favorite is the Mark series. I have 3: 1-early 70’s black and shots straight ( my uncle gave it me). 2- I bought my first pistol 1984 silver with a scope ( well my father had to buy it). 3- just got one like your holding. The kids and I shoot then a lot. Fun times.

[@coastermek]

A solid review of 3 fine pistols. Well done!

[@MrGhostface213]

Bro the browning buck mark 22lr is the king I fired. 3 box of ammo 500 of Remington 333 of Winchester white box and another cheap brand 300 round. And it fired every time in a windy day at the desert.

[@wisco_guy]

I have a M&P 22 Compact and it is a great pistol. The Browning Buckmark rules them all!

[@jaycoy59]

S&W model 41 rules the Buckmark. I have them all, so I'm not putting down your gun. I have a very very nice Buckmark, but the model 41 is on another plane. I actually have two of them that are very close in serial numbers, and were built in the 70's.

[@wisco_guy]

Jay Coy I’m sure the model 41 is a very fine pistol, but damn they are expensive for a rimfire.

[@jaycoy59]

@@wisco_guy You ain't kidding. My father gave me one years ago. He bought two in the 70's. Now he's convinced that his time is about up, and I could tell that he wanted me to have his other one. I couldn't let him give it to me, so I gave him $1500 for it. It's as new, still has the original box, and it has a Leupold pistol scope on top. Good thing my wife doesn't keep track of me all that well:) I don't think she would like this transaction for a 22 that I need about as much as I need another hole in my head.

[@charleshuyck6641]

I have 3 22 revolvers with 4.75 or 4 inch barrels love them. I carry a Beretta Bobcat 21A. It shoots clean through a 2x4 at 12 yards shoots accurate to 20 yds very tight rifling great velocity and accuracy. I feel well armed and carried as a professional Fed for years. I have many other calibers but find the 22 does a good job. It has over 1000 rounds of its favorite loads HV Federal Champion 36, American Eagle 38 or 40 Grain loads. No failures to feed or fire. Very solid gun. Many Officers carry it off duty and some CIA for super concealed. Masad of Israel uses it for its hitmen. 22 is very effective in right hands.

[@joeltowle2737]

I have the S&W 22c! Love it, it reminds me of the Shield. Great little gun!

[@hardingdies7811]

As a Pistol Permit Instructor, I have my students use the Ruger SR22 because of all your points plus both the safety and mag release are ambi so LEFTIES don't feel there's nothing for them and they can concentrate on correct manipulation of the pistol and not feel awkward. Also the ability to add a light or laser for carry or training is a bonus. And as you said, the mag is really easy to load to the 10 shot capacity - taking a 'chore' out of practice, and when I teach, the students must load their own mags even for their first shots. Easy takedown is a plus because they have to clean it after the range session. And I'm getting the Mark IV Lite threaded for my own use with red dot - Yeah!

[@robertshorthill6836]

I love my old 80s Ruger Mk 2 LR .22. Bull barrel 6". Everything I have ever needed for a 22.

[@armstrong2052]

I want a TX22, my M&P compact is badass, my 22/45 is awesome. Best .22 pistol is my Ruger Charger, gotta copper custom adapter for a shockwave brace.

[@hobowalker1]

I have a TX22 with upgraded fiber optic sights. I haven't shot any of my other .22 pistols since.

[@garyggarner7738]

I have several 22s - a Mark II; SR22; Walthar PK22; Beretta LW22.... all fun to shoot. Excellent Video Thank You!

[@nicknoland9704]

I've have a Browning Black Label 1911 22lr pistol and absolutely love it! Build well. Easy to clean and take down. Feels great in my hand. Has been very reliable and accurate. Looks badass too.

[@Eray-fy5bz]

Same here

[@scotttilson8876]

I definitely have to disagree on the cost. Of the Ruger mark four light, You’re never gonna find a brand new one in the $350 range ever. Lotta places sell them for around $600.

[@JohnShaw26.2]

I used to work at TNT!! My favorite .22lr handgun is my P-07 with a kadet 22 conversion!!

[@hymugglee6236]

Just bought a P09 and can't find a kadet for it anywhere, I'm bummed to say the least

[@xithappens]

how is the p07 kadet kit working for you? Is it reliable?

[@perfectlysureunknown]

My absolute favorite is the Ruger LCP 2 lite rack. That thing is so slick.

[@dobermanpac1064]

Keep your M&P clean and it will become your go to gun for carry or practice at the range. I love mine.

[@cliffbraun3850]

Sorry, I’d rather have one that needs little maintenance and keeps on ticking/ .22s are often tricky to field strip, so I don’t clean mine until it starts acting up

[@oxyplik3542]

You real sound producer ! The "quality" is "high" as possible ! Thank you for this noises ! Great job !

[@matthewdavisson]

Great vid! I own the M&P 22 Compact. My son has the Ruger SR22. Great guns!

[@joshbrekke6374]

The 3 best are 3). Colt Woodsman & Match Target 2) S&W Model 41 & 41 performance center 1) Hi Standard Supermatic Citation Military 0). Honorable mentions, Browning Medalist/Buckmark Hunter. S&W 617/17-8 ten Shot Revolver and Hi Standard Revolver. Also Heritage single action revolvers. Mark 4 Hunter with Volquartsen trigger and Target grips and a modded S&W Victory

[@roscoepatternworks3471]

I like the ruger single six with a 7" barrel. Good for small game or target. But I like revolvers.

[@tompowers5706]

Can't go wrong with a wheel gun.

[@brandonso]

Taurus TX-22 just changed the game in this segment.

[@tompowers5706]

I just purchased one but haven't tried it yet have the waiting period.( Illinois bullshhhhh)

[@anonymouslegion4928]

Tom Powers wow I didn’t know Illinois had a waiting period, I live 10mi north of Illinois and get guns almost within a 20min window every time from paperwork to walking out with firearms.

[@jerryc2709]

You can replace one of these guns with the new Ruger LCP II.

[@edwinmartinez9787]

Bingo

[@michaelc5386]

SR22 is a sweet pistol. It's the 3rd Ruger pistol I have owned and been 100% satisfied with. After over 500 rounds I still have no failures with it which is pretty impressive for any 22lr gun. The best part: at 25 yards I can put all 10 rounds in center mass shooting as fast as I can. Not a bad concealed carry except that the hammer causes some discomfort if you carry at your appendix.

[@alanderson9711]

Michael C -over 5k rounds before I had a slide jam because of the recoil spring malfunction. I train weekly with it and can’t believe the accuracy hitting 1 & 2” targets 9/10 ring @ 8yrds making me feel like John Wicks Grandfather. Never would have thought it would be my near the top of my favorites list. Thanks for sharing, Michael

[@jasonhanie565]

Taurus TX22 for the win!

[@mountainskyaerialphotograp3921]

Well, I like the SR22, but just got the TX22, and I really like it even though its full size. It functions perfectly and reliably (for a .22), and Is a good trainer for full sixe pistols. My vote would go to the TX22.

[@cameronellsworth5675]

@@mountainskyaerialphotograp3921 and

[@kellettcox9177]

i’m only 19 but just took the cwp. class so my mom wouldn’t be alone, even tho i can’t carry until my 21st, i’m used to 9mms and .380s, but had an abby dance of 22lr so i used the r22 for the test and my groupings were all within about a fist of eachother even at 15yds, very easy to shoot and fun due to lack of recoil

[@kellettcox9177]

abundance**

[@frankbelford3391]

Have you ever shot a High Standard Military H-D ? Not one of these can come close.

[@telluricman]

HD is my fav .22 of all time

[@geejoe4506]

S&W m41

[@workonitm8]

A friend had a High Standard .22 and it was really nice to shoot. Very sweet and accurate.

[@eversky1365]

Keltec P17 is the real #1! $200.00, three 16 round mags, a carry case, tools for sight and gun cleaning and stickers... and it's more reliable than any of the guns you have listed imo.

[@papatorr3669]

During forty plus years of shooting, I've always heard that you shouldn't dry fire a rim fire pistol!

[@ronkonig630]

you can dry fire the new tx22

[@dangullick3268]

I compared...went home with the Taurus TX22 Compact...Sweeeeet !

[@SailorJohn34]

I've had my SR22 for about 8 years. Shoot it daily.. getting sloppy but still very accurate. Also have a 22-45 I love as well

[@tullo5564]

How's it getting sloppy?

[@sundown6715]

I own a Mark II which I purchased in 1980 and only used penetrating oil to flush it clean because it was such a pain in the ass to take apart to clean. And it is still running good today. I take it to the range three time a week.

[@Larry-bwtmd]

I have a mk l, always a pain 2 field strip . Areal

[@jturner5227]

Strange that no one ever gives Browning Buckmarks any love. While Ruger is closer to the Lego of 22 pistols, you don't have to do anything to a Browning but buy ammo and extra magazines. What's the first thing every Ruger owner does, trigger job. Browning is right from the factory.

[@bassiclogic]

I agree with you! I love my Browning Buckmark Hunter! Excellent trigger from the factory! Browning is better than the Rugers in my opinion, Easier to break down and clean also!

[@jeremyjeremy8795]

Haven’t done a thing to my SR22

[@wahooboy137]

For the Browing Buckmark Vs Ruger Debate I'll leave it to the fact that The U.S. Navy Seals and CIA and many other Special forces Adopted the Ruger Series as a covert service pistol the Buckmark is great but when it comes to Tank Like durability and reliability no matter ammo type Ruger Takes it

[@scotmetcalf2745]

I have a Buckmark Browning was to teach my Grandchildren to shoot and it’s been very dependable put an aluminum barrel because at the time it was to front end heavy the only thing is you need the cleaning kit from Otis or take the whole thing apart (Two screws)for cleaning but otherwise been great. Ruger makes complete sense less moving parts ,bolt only and that takedown button is sweet engage button and bam barrel comes right off. Top of the food chain out of all of them

[@brownass2]

Eh idk. The trigger on the ruger is ten times better than a Smith and Wesson.

[@yossiallen3316]

The bad oint in the sr22 is the tendency for the breach locking spring split to move out in firing. The back sights, being adjustable mean they tend to move when the gun is in use.

[@markw.mullins2208]

Excellent suggestions and advice. Just wanted to say that some cheap guns are still very easily handled, and are quite accurate. My first handgun was a Rohm Gardner. .22 of course, and it still works today as well as it being highly accurate. H&R also is a highly accurate weapon, and its not too terribly out of price range. Altho you can hardly find them anymore, there ae still a few around. how bout making a vid highlighting the H&R series. As I said, Great advice and great information. Best wishes and may all of your shots be accurate..

[@GatCat]

Browning Buck mark URX Target lite for the win!

[@petroc62]

Have you had an opportunity to review the Taurus TX-22 yet? Curious to see what your thoughts are on that gun. I haven't shot one but I'm intrigued by the reviews I've read about it. From what I've read it's a pretty reliable semi-auto .22 and I believe it has a 16 round polymer magazine. I think it sells for about $350 (ish).

[@kevinwilson9589]

1: S & W model 41 2: S & W model 17 revolver 3: Norinco tt Olympia

[@davidsomerset8411]

Yes you are correct he needs to retitle this to the top 3 CHEAP .22 handguns. Mabye he just don't know! None of them are even close to the Smith 41.

[@TT-ch2pz]

The backwards safety on the Ruger SR22 is the only thing I don't like. Up to fire down to put it on safe. Just the opposite of what it should be.

[@drg917]

I agree. Why would someone do that. If I remember right, the Browning I think BD 9mm was like that.

[@anthonycather8035]

Yeah its the way they designed the the decocker saftey combo im sure they could have put some more engineering into it and got it right but then again Ruger likes to be different and its not a deal breaker for me dont shoot 911's or use external safties so no learning curve there . the comfort and feel of the firearm makes up for it plenty .

[@gwspangler9231]

What's right is what you train for.

[@jdawg93]

GSG 1911 is also a great option. Affordable and Great Looking with Exact weight and feel of a Center-fire .45 so it makes a great trainer for beginners. For controls that is not recoil. Its also just an Awesome Fun Plinker!

[@jdawg93]

@deucedeuce22oz Each have their own place. And are always going have their Pros and Cons. Its what works best for you that matters. I still shoot my GSG more than a couple times a Month. I've ran at least 8000 round thru it . I've had a few failure's. (FTE) But that's to be expected from a Semi Auto. I run it suppressed as well which also causes its own issues. But even then I love it. It's damn fun to shoot.

[@living_the_mac_and_cheese_life]

Awesome video. You are on a short list of KZbinrs that actually made me not mind the sponsored ad.

[@rhinox0110]

Here in may/june 2023. I'd like to add the GSG Firefly 10 round mag, I'm a larger guy but it feels very comfortable in hand, it is very accurate, and looks awesome I have the FDE, railed, and threaded barrel version and it cost me less than $130. The only cons being less availability of extended mags.

[@kmeekins4168]

Heritage rough rider...best deal out there.

[@bobnib2328]

Well I don't know I do only one but if you want more Firepower you probably need to go with a double edge or semi-auto but still if you're in the market for single actions

[@vaporiiz]

First time watching your videos, and am impressed! Subbed, hope youre still making content.

[@scutumetinfirma6161]

Just pick up my Mark IV Elite today. I agree this is a great addition to any experienced collection. I am a huge LR fan and this is by far the best feel in any of my .22 pistols. great video.

[@charredskeleton]

I have a mk4. My first gun infact. Could not be happier. Shoots any ammo and well. That said they are not concealed carry pieces. They are target pistols. I knew that. I will say also that mk4 is a main stay, its the one everyone goes back to on a range day.

[@badeyebill50]

There are Many other BETTER Choices....S&W 617 or 17,22A,and Victory and dont forget the model 41. Browning Buckmark,How about the Single 6,9 or 10 what ever your choice of round counts....

[@jameskrouse160]

Should mention this also has a long slide version for a 4 1/2'' barrel. I bought this version, ( the long slide) three years ago, an have never had a problem with any ammo.

[@Timewaits4no1]

Which one are you talking about?

[@curiosity3365]

Don't be a "dimple" Chad, and next time remember the Browning 22.lr Buck Mark.

[@norman_sage2528]

Excellent gun. Many people agree.

[@billelston677]

Tough to beat the Ruger Mark IV, such a great gun. Glock 44, a .22 LR is also a great gun. I am sure the others mentioned in the comments section are good for their owners as well. Thanks

[@fryeguy9939]

Browning's Buckmark 👍👍👍

[@nolanbowen8800]

Note my entry. My Rugers never shot as well.

[@blaisesalatich437]

Buckmark is a much better design and is a clone of a colt woodsman

[@whomagoose6897]

Try Tandem Kross for some practical upgrades for your Browning Buckmark. Recommend four parts are: "Victory Trigger" a straight profile trigger. The "Gearbox" replaces the sear spring. The "Fire Striker" firing pin that is made from titanium. The "Eagle Claw" extractor which is also made from titanium. Then the "Striplin guide rod" for the return spring. Make dissasembly easier. Also, a better steel that very slick for the spring, no drag. After installation you will get 3lbs or less trigger pull. Check out Midwest Gunworks for Browning Buckmark OEM parts. You can get 7¼" barrels. Two I recommend for absolute accuracy are the Bullseye and Contour barrels.

[@walied.hamdy0911]

SW 622. SW Victory. SW 41. Ruger Mark IV/II... the best and most accurate ones.

[@kenpytlik5569]

I agree...not in that order but those are the top in my book also....

[@jamespierce6268]

Need to compare your Ruger with the new Revised Walther p22QD!!! Best out of box trigger pull & reliability.

[@waynegroves6922]

I just bought mine a week ago - I absolutely love it. Got it for $309!

[@terrydunn5784]

Walther P22 was $249 at Second Amendment Sports

[@great_rhitz2222]

Have a Mark IV myself and it is amazing. Great range and Accuracy. I have the 70th anniversary edition.

[@amirkazemi2517]

ruger is great quality......i have the single six & it is a joy to shoot. very accurate & high quality piece.

[@davidpelton1885]

I have a Ruger SR22. Great gun! I also just bought a Ruger Mk 4. Piece of garbage! The sights on it suck! Even worse the trigger sucks! The creep goes on forever and ever! My brother just bought one. He has the same complaints! It will cost ne about $275 to correct these problems for parts and Gunsmith fees! Not good for a "target" pistol! It simply sucks!

[@user-yu9pg1lo1u]

Honestly I'm a tad surprised not to see a walther P22. Everyone I talk to praises it to no end save for some issues on older models or the P22Q(?) I think it was. I've used one myself and didn't really have anything to complain about, price tag is nice too. Of course I'm newer to guns, grew up around them and such but very rarely had the chance to fire them, so my experience is definitely lacking, wonder if I'm wrong to think the P22 is good in comparison?

[@1Skeptik1]

Best = Smith 41, Browning Medalist, Hi-Standard Victor (I will prove it at the range)

[@jamescampbell9533]

1Skeptik1 find someone with a Kart and give it a try. A lot of the old 2700 guys used to shoot them on the rim fire side because they were just like their Clark center fires.

[@1Skeptik1]

@@jamescampbell9533 I recently picked up a .22 Colt Gold Cup (Walther) for grins and was pleasantly surprised. I'm near 70 and it shoots as well as I can see. ( I shot gallery in my youth HS and Colt GC .45)

[@davidpelton1885]

Couldn't agree more!

[@randomweirdo2701]

I have a Ruger sr22. I like the smaller grip sleeve. It prints less. There's an extra round's space in the mag that's held up by a plastic post on the follower. Cut the post & get 11 round cap. You also have to trim the dingus off the follower cross pin though

[@Viper-dc2wm]

Browning Buckmark #1

[@nolanbowen8800]

Viper19, I'm with you.

[@dennisevans1616]

Don't forget the 3rd safety on the Ruger SR22 when the mag is dropped out the gun trigger is disabled even if its loaded