22lr pistol

Taurus TX-22 or Ruger MKIV would be my choices. The MKIV/45 is polymer with a grip angle of a 1911 from what I've read. I like the all metal MKIV better. The Taurus TX-22 is also polymer, but so far I have had zero failures with mine and it's 16+1 capacity in the free states. I wish I would have gotten 1 each of the Ruger MK series, but the only one I have is a 1976-ish Standard. I had one I bought back in the 60s but stupidly sold it to my neighbor because I needed some cash at the time. Once I realized the error of my ways I got the 1976-ish model.

I don't know if they still make them but I also have a GSG/ATI 1911/22 that has been a great firearm. Their Firefly has been finicky in the past but after 2000rnds or so is also shooting as it should, and after polishing the almost tar-like substance off the feed ramp.

I would try to handle as many as you can and get the one that feels good in your hand and looks good to your eyes. If you can shoot them before buying is even better but guns that don't shoot well don't stay on the market very long. What I'm saying is most guns you see for sale have decent track records.

First you need to decide which type of .22 pistol do you want.

Do you want a target style such as the ones you mentioned,,,
Or do you want a duty style pistol like that Taurus or a Ruger SR-22.

Also, don't buy any pistol sight unseen,,,
You can select all the pertinent features you desire,,,
But if the pistol doesn't fit your hand you've wasted a lot of money.

I've seen this so often over the years,,,
A person chooses a gun because of the specs,,,
Then when they order it from Buds or any other place,,,
They find that it doesn't fit their hand and they are unhappy with it.

Go to as many major gun shops as you can,,,
Handle the pistols and see which of them make you smile.

Honestly, just about any modern pistol will probably suit the purpose,,,
Why not find the one that pleases you when you pick it up.

Aarond

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