It's not that I haven't had any luck, it's just that semi auto .22's have treated me just fine. I picked up a Taurus PT-22 metal frame last year to practice point shooting and as a cheap trainer for the LCP's I have, but I'll tell you that Taurus is really reliable. Some issues here and there, but they appear to be mag or ammo related, not gun related.
For what a .22 revolver offers at twice the price if you want one that holds over 6 rounds, it doesn't eclipse what pistols do. If the goal is low recoil, then .32 S&W Long in a .327 LCR is 6 rounds with bullets that weigh more than twice that of .22 and naturally have better triggers due to centerfire is the way to go.