22 Target Pistol
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S&W Model 41 - for a real target pistol, with a long history of success. Pricing for a used one usually will start around $600. Add a couple hundred more for a NIB piece.
docnyt
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Don't forget the legendary SIG Hammerli, if you can find one.
bhk
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Smith 41!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
CHEVELLE427
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Ruger MKII ,MkIII,
BROWNING Nomad, MEDALIST
BROWNING Nomad, MEDALIST
CHEVELLE427
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i have a MKII target scoped AND AND A MKIII hunter and i can out shoot my self with my old 1964 BROWNING NOMAD.
THAT IS 1 GREAT GUN
wish i could get a medalist one day
when i take the girls out shooting they ask if im bringing the browning
THAT IS 1 GREAT GUN
wish i could get a medalist one day
when i take the girls out shooting they ask if im bringing the browning
forindooruseonly
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The Hi Standard Victor or Supermatic Trophy are also excellent choices.
walksbyhimself
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It depends on what you want to use it for.
Both the Browning Buckmark and the Ruger pistols are excellent, affordable pistols that offer great accuracy and aftermarket parts support. Nevertheless, they are not as accurate in stock form as a S&W 41, or a Haemmerli or other dedicated match pistol. This is reflected in the price, with the Smith coming in around 1000 USD, and Haemmerli's for quite a bit more.
There are many options. Which one you choose is dictated by your needs (accuracy, ergonomics, etc...), and what you're willing to pay.
Check this one out too. No longer imported, but available used.
http://izh.petebrunelli.com/
Hi-Standards are also well-thought of
Both the Browning Buckmark and the Ruger pistols are excellent, affordable pistols that offer great accuracy and aftermarket parts support. Nevertheless, they are not as accurate in stock form as a S&W 41, or a Haemmerli or other dedicated match pistol. This is reflected in the price, with the Smith coming in around 1000 USD, and Haemmerli's for quite a bit more.
There are many options. Which one you choose is dictated by your needs (accuracy, ergonomics, etc...), and what you're willing to pay.
Check this one out too. No longer imported, but available used.
http://izh.petebrunelli.com/
Hi-Standards are also well-thought of
JoelSteinbach
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Smith 41, got 2 one 25 years old one 6 years old, fantastic shooters enen for an old guy like me
At one time I had about 6 semi auto .22's, then I bought a Smith 41. Now the only semi 22's I have is the 41 and a few with sentimental value I'll never sell and rarely shoot.
At least 3 Rugers and a Browning were sold since getting the 41.
Revolvers are an entirely different discussion
At least 3 Rugers and a Browning were sold since getting the 41.
Revolvers are an entirely different discussion
pikid89
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Colt Targetsman or even just a woodsman
fireman5069
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If you are on a budget, the S&W 22A is a good shooter. Very accurate and reliable at about $250.
vaupet
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oldfool
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well he did say pistol, not revolver, and 41 prices didn't spook him, so
yeah, S&W 41, Hammerli, or ORIGINAL Hi-standard (vs the new Hi Standards)
if budget realities set in belatedly, then, yes
Ruger MKs and Buckmarks
most everything else in the same or lesser price class than those is "plinker" fun class vs "target" class
(and if wheelguns should just happen to cycle around, Freedom Arms SA or S&W k-22/17/18 DAs)
yeah, S&W 41, Hammerli, or ORIGINAL Hi-standard (vs the new Hi Standards)
if budget realities set in belatedly, then, yes
Ruger MKs and Buckmarks
most everything else in the same or lesser price class than those is "plinker" fun class vs "target" class
(and if wheelguns should just happen to cycle around, Freedom Arms SA or S&W k-22/17/18 DAs)
weisse52
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+1 to oldfool's list
Define "traget pistol." Do you want to go out and have some cheap fun with a cheap gun? Have some fun with a cheap-to-shoot good quality gun that'll last forever? Or do you want to compete seriously against other shooters? The answer will determine what gun(s) to consider and how much $$ is required.
bang_bang
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My answer as well.
Honestly, any Ruger, Browning, etc will fit the job. They are all accurate.
I put an el cheapo Red Dot on my S&W. IMO it makes it more fun. Have taken several critters at distances ranging up to 100 yards with it.
doc2rn
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As others have said S&W 41
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