.22 Revolvers- What are the options?

[22-rimfire]

Linderman: Nice gun!

The Colt Trooper Mark III was available in 22LR, 22WMR, and 357 mag. I have at least one of each. Excellent handgun!

 

[lindermant]

Sadly I discovered the .22LR Trooper has a broken hammer (still kicking myself for missing that in the cursory in-store inspection). Thankfully my shop is hassle free, they said bring it on back for a refund. The hunt continues...

 

[esq_stu]

Dan Wesson .22, if you can find one

http://www.auctionarms.com/search/displayitem.cfm?itemnum=8213781

 

[22-rimfire]

Lindermant: That's a sad story. Maybe they dry fired it a bunch. They always said not to dry fire the Mark III's. Unless you paid a bunch for it, I'd get it fixed. Colt should be able to take care of you, perhaps or the Pittsburgh Handgun Headquarters?

 

[jad0110]

I have owned three 22 revolvers:

1. Heritage Rough Rider Combo, SA, 22LR/22Mag - great, fun gun for the money. I paid so little for it I scratch my head wondering why I ever sold it. Makes a great trail gun when you don't want to beat up a more expensive piece. If I see a used one for $75 like I did once, I might just take a chance.

2. Taurus 94, DA, 22LR - hated it. Extra crunchy trigger and lead spitting did NOT earn it any points. Sold it.

3. S&W Model 17-0 / K-22 Target Masterpiece. This and the S&W Model 18 / Combat Masterpiece and are my absolute favorites. Both are getting harder to find, particularly the 18s, but they can still be found.

My K-22 is an absolute joy to shoot. It cost between a new Taurus 94 and a new S&W 617. It is a fantastic bargain, when you think about it that way. For me, it is nicer than the 617, since the no lug barrel balances so much more naturally. My K-22 always comes to the range with me, and it is always a big hit with everyone who tries it.

 

[ReadyontheRight]

Dan Wesson makes a .22 revolver with interchangable barrels.

It's based on the .357 frame so it's pretty big, so it's great for the range but a little much to carry in the woods unless you put on a short barrel.

 

[ReadyontheRight]

Wow. That Dan Wesson for sale is pretty beat up for $475. I guess my Dan Wesson with the full set of barrels might be worth something. The thing is, I rarely use any barrel but the 6".

 

[Jackal]

My Taurus Tracker has served me well. Very accurate, great trigger and never a malfunction. I never clean it and it just keeps shooting.

 

[Legionnaire]

I just picked up a used Ruger SP101 with a four inch barrel. It doesn't appear to have been shot much, and the action is a lot rougher than my .357 SP101. But I love the look and feel. I plan to completely disassemble it before too long and polish it up with a dremel. Already changed the mainspring with a lighter version from Wolff. That was a help, but it really needs to be fired a lot. In my experience, Rugers get much smoother with use. Also have a Single Six convertible that is a joy to shoot. It's a real plus to be able to switch back and forth between the .22LR and .22WMR cylinders. There are other options, but call me a Ruger fan.

 

[oklahoma caveman]

couple years back i picked up a single 6 with a 10in barrel. fell in love. i can hit popcans at 60yds off a rest with it.feels great in th hand an is just a great smooth workn tackdriver

 

[Timthinker]

JPWilly, do I detect adjustable sights on your Heritage? I was under the impression that it came with fixed sights only, but my view is not based on research. If you do not mind, I would like to know about its accuracy and reliability. I am a huge Ruger fan when it comes to single-action revolvers, but I try to keep an open mind. Thanks.


Timthinker

 

[ThomasT]

I have two .22 double action revolvers. One is a Taurus 94 with a 3" barrel. It has been a fine gun. My mother in law has it right now. She has always hated guns but aquired some bad neighbors and asked if i had a gun she could borrow. It's a hoot watching her shoot. She scrunches up and squints and pretty soon, BANG. I laugh my butt off watching her, but not very loud, she's a pretty fair shot for a 75 year old dwarf.

I also have a 4' model 34 i found in a pawn shop for $250. It seems accurate but i haven't shot more than a hundred times, if that. Maybe some day i'll test it further.

I have a new Ruger blued single six also barely fired. I sold my stainless because of the weight. I like the alloy frame better. Also have 2 H&R 999's. One new in the box and unfired and an old one i gave to my 15 year old son. It shoots like blue blazes. I realy like those guns.

 

[Jomax]

If this were solely for shooting fun and not for carrying or SD, I'd probably opt for the Ruger .22LR/.22WMR dual cylinder SA revolver. If not that because of price, perhaps a Heritage in the same basic configuration with a bird's beak grip. I had the NAA mini-revolver with the two cylinders and although it was fun at first, it really was impractical for my needs.

 

[22-rimfire]

In today's world, I think if you find a Smith Model 17 or 18 in good shape for under $600, it's a bargain. Forget about the cheap stuff.

 

[Papa John]

Smith & Wesson Model 63 if you can find one.

 

[Bongo45]

Taurus 970

If you want a double action, you're pretty much limited to a S&W or Taurus. (Comanche? ug,)
I recently bought a Taurus 970 and have been very pleased with it. The trigger is a little heavy and certainly not S&W smooth, but for the money, it's a great pistol.
I'm going to put a couple thousand rounds through it and see how it smooths out.
Even if I pay for a trigger job., I'd still be money ahead.


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