I have $300, I want a .22 pistol...
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I really like my Beretta Neos 6". Very accurate, very reliable. The grip seems small at first, but feels natural once you're shooting. I also have a Ruger Mk II, and like it, but the Neos is far easier to clean, so it goes out more.
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Browning Buckmark or Ruger ll,, have both and enjoy them.
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Browning Buckmark or Ruger ll,, have both and enjoy them.
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Browning Buckmark or Ruger mkll have both,, both are great pistols.
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Hold a Ruger or Browning Buckmark and choose the one that feels right. Do this and you won't make a bad choice.
I was in your situation not too long ago. I did a lot of research and reading before I held either. Holding them and checking them out in person will be a whole different world. For me, it was the Browning Buckmark by a longshot. It is a SUPERB gun. Mine has the URX grips, which are awesome. It was $300 at Bass Pro.
I was in your situation not too long ago. I did a lot of research and reading before I held either. Holding them and checking them out in person will be a whole different world. For me, it was the Browning Buckmark by a longshot. It is a SUPERB gun. Mine has the URX grips, which are awesome. It was $300 at Bass Pro.
I have a Ruger Mark III and my SIL has a Browning Buckmark and as far as I can tell they are both solid little pistols. BTW, he paid about $75 more for his gun than I did. But, either choice Ruger or Browning would be a good one.
+1 on the Buckmark
After I bought my Buckmark camper, 2 of my buddies and my brother had to have one. LOTS of rabbits and critters have died since then, including quite a few jacks out to 50 yards.
I'm sure the Ruger is just as good. Buy the one that feels right and get at least one extra mag, a holster, and plenty of ammo - you'll need it.
After I bought my Buckmark camper, 2 of my buddies and my brother had to have one. LOTS of rabbits and critters have died since then, including quite a few jacks out to 50 yards.
I'm sure the Ruger is just as good. Buy the one that feels right and get at least one extra mag, a holster, and plenty of ammo - you'll need it.
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Another vote for a Ruger MkII or a MkIII.
Oh well, I have three so far (paid $250 and $300 for the MkIIs, $350 for the MkIII) and absolutely love them. To disassemble one is a piece of cake; to re-assemble, well, if you know how to read and are reasonably dextrous, it can be a bit more complex than a Glock the first time or two. After that, if you can't figure it out, you probably should not have cup-holders or a CD player in your car. Probably shouldn't be driving, actually.
Oh well, I have three so far (paid $250 and $300 for the MkIIs, $350 for the MkIII) and absolutely love them. To disassemble one is a piece of cake; to re-assemble, well, if you know how to read and are reasonably dextrous, it can be a bit more complex than a Glock the first time or two. After that, if you can't figure it out, you probably should not have cup-holders or a CD player in your car. Probably shouldn't be driving, actually.
The Ruger is great, as long as you read the directions when reassembling it. It's an easy process, as long as you do it in sequence. There are only a few major parts; you just have to have the hammer in the right position when you lock the bolt back into the gun.
As much as I am no fan of the 10/22, I am a HUGE fan of the Ruger .22 pistols. Accurate, reliable, they go a long time between cleanings if you want them to -- as in several bricks and they keep on feeding flawlessly; only accuracy starts to degrade when the chamber face is caked with fouling.
I don't have a Buckmark, so I won't say anything about them.
I do know the Ruger firsthand (22/45 Target limited run from a few years ago) and I LOVE it.
As much as I am no fan of the 10/22, I am a HUGE fan of the Ruger .22 pistols. Accurate, reliable, they go a long time between cleanings if you want them to -- as in several bricks and they keep on feeding flawlessly; only accuracy starts to degrade when the chamber face is caked with fouling.
I don't have a Buckmark, so I won't say anything about them.
I do know the Ruger firsthand (22/45 Target limited run from a few years ago) and I LOVE it.
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I have the Browning Buckmark and I really like it. I have shot probably 3000+ rounds through it. There have been a number of FTF and FTE with this gun, but that has as much to do with the ammo as anything. It's a great gun for target practice and fun shooting.
Just for the record, I would never stake my life on the Browning Buckmark or any other 22LR.
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I love my MKII. I would happily off load my P22. The Ruger is a gun that my kids and grandkids will have in their safes, while the P22 will probably be turned in for a $50 Wal-Mart gift card at some Million Mom March Gun Turn-in sometime in the distant future. I might be wrong.
Disassembly is tedious, but I've only done it twice in 16 years. It would probably be easier if I tried it more often...maybe tomorrow.
Disassembly is tedious, but I've only done it twice in 16 years. It would probably be easier if I tried it more often...maybe tomorrow.
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"Hold a Ruger or Browning Buckmark and choose the one that feels right. Do this and you won't make a bad choice.
I was in your situation not too long ago. I did a lot of research and reading before I held either. Holding them and checking them out in person will be a whole different world. For me, it was the Browning Buckmark by a longshot. It is a SUPERB gun. Mine has the URX grips, which are awesome. It was $300 at Bass Pro."
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I was in the same situation and opted for the Ruger MKIII, no regrets. Either way you'll end up with a good pistol.
I was in your situation not too long ago. I did a lot of research and reading before I held either. Holding them and checking them out in person will be a whole different world. For me, it was the Browning Buckmark by a longshot. It is a SUPERB gun. Mine has the URX grips, which are awesome. It was $300 at Bass Pro."
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I was in the same situation and opted for the Ruger MKIII, no regrets. Either way you'll end up with a good pistol.
Semi-auto??
Ruger MK I, II, III 'previously owned', new MKIII if you can't find a used one that strikes your fancy. Or the Ruger 22/45.
Now if you want a .22 Single-Action revolver...3 words:
Ruger Single-Six
I have shot a couple of the Browning models over the years, and liked them fairly well. One of my favorites, but VERY hard to find...the older model Colt "Woodsman"
Ruger MK I, II, III 'previously owned', new MKIII if you can't find a used one that strikes your fancy. Or the Ruger 22/45.
Now if you want a .22 Single-Action revolver...3 words:
Ruger Single-Six
I have shot a couple of the Browning models over the years, and liked them fairly well. One of my favorites, but VERY hard to find...the older model Colt "Woodsman"
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For fun a P22. Mine feeds fine and is reasonably accurate. A friend swears by his Buckmark Camper. I've never fired his, but it feels good in my hands. I have a discontinued Colt target Model that's fine except for it's very heavy barrel. My 75 yr old Woodsman is in a class all its own.
An original Standard Model Ruger with the shorter barrel would be a nice find and is an excellent "timber" gun.
An original Standard Model Ruger with the shorter barrel would be a nice find and is an excellent "timber" gun.
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Get an Ruger 22/45 with heavy 5 1/2" barrel and adjustable sites. You WON'T get a more accurate .22 pistol for that amount of money. I would reccomend mk2 22/45 over mk3 22/45 as the mk3 versions have goofy magazine disconnect safety. They ARE EASILY converted back to mk2 style however by simply installing an mk 2 hammer, reusing the hollow pivot pin, and chucking the magazine disconnect lever and it's spring. It's an simple drop-in procedure.
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MC Sports has these for $249.00 with a bull barrel and $259.00 without. They come with a case and 2 mags. They are as accurate and reliable as anything on the market, bar none!
MC Sports has these for $249.00 with a bull barrel and $259.00 without. They come with a case and 2 mags. They are as accurate and reliable as anything on the market, bar none!
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Used Ruger MKII, you can't go wrong, can be had for around $200.
The Rugers are good pistols, I won't dispute that, but I find them heavy and clunky for my tastes. Just my opinion.
I prefer a good handling auto pistol that points naturally and which is also reasonably light. So, if after handling the Ruger, you are looking for something a bit sleeker, lighter and better handling.......
The Colt Woodsman is my hands-down favorite .22 auto of all time, but you won't likely get one for under $300.
But you can get a Hi Standard Model B, which is very close to the early Woodsmen in terms of feel and ergonomics for $200-250 or so. For that matter, a number of the Hi-Standard autos will be found in your price range. I have never shot any Hi Standard that wasn't pretty accurate.
Google Guns of America or one of the auction sites to get an idea.
If you insist on something new, I also recommend the Buckmarks.
I prefer a good handling auto pistol that points naturally and which is also reasonably light. So, if after handling the Ruger, you are looking for something a bit sleeker, lighter and better handling.......
The Colt Woodsman is my hands-down favorite .22 auto of all time, but you won't likely get one for under $300.
But you can get a Hi Standard Model B, which is very close to the early Woodsmen in terms of feel and ergonomics for $200-250 or so. For that matter, a number of the Hi-Standard autos will be found in your price range. I have never shot any Hi Standard that wasn't pretty accurate.
Google Guns of America or one of the auction sites to get an idea.
If you insist on something new, I also recommend the Buckmarks.
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