.22 Pistol Recommendation

[BackofBeyond]

So here’s the deal. I own several pistols, but am by no means a pistol “guy.” Last spring I won a .22LR can at a banquet, and it should be here soon.

I’m thinking that a small, compact-ish, .22 pistol with a can would be great to throw in my pack with some subsonic ammo for grouse while I’m out elk hunting. Call the budget $500 tops.

Any recommendations?

 

[rjthehunter]

S&W M&P .22 Compact.

They even make one with a threaded barrel.

https://smith-wesson.com/product/m-p-22-compact-threaded-barrel

 

[Ben Lamb]

Walther PP.

If you're gonna have a can, at least wear a tuxedo with it.

 

[morley.tyler]

If you're gonna have a can, at least wear a tuxedo with it.

When you're right, you're right.

 

[rjthehunter]

Walther PP.

If you're gonna have a can, at least wear a tuxedo with it.

And shoot subsonics! Then it'll even sound like the movies

 

[FairWeather]

With the subsonic ammo would a can even be necessary on a 22lr? My understanding is that sound barrier crack is most of the report we hear from 22s.

 

[Jbotto]

I’ve wanted to buy a .22 pistol forever but never justified it when I had the cash. I think I’d look hard at the Ruger MK series, personally I like the 22/45 versions best. Also the Taurus TX22 seems to be getting great reviews from what I’ve read. Like you, I’d want a lightweight option to above in my pack for camp meals so some of the big full size .22 pistol options absolutely do not interest me.

 

[Nick87]

Does it have to be new?

 

[Sawtooth]

I will second the Taurus TX22. Can't beat it for dependability and price. Not a big Taurus fan, but they got it right with this one. Also comes with a threaded barrel.

 

[Bowmannate2000]

I always thought a Ruger Mark 4 would be a lot of fun.

 

[Nick87]

I always thought a Ruger Mark 4 would be a lot of fun.

And accurate.

 

[Forkyfinder]

22/45 mark IV with a threaded barrel. Mine hasnt malfunctioned yet. Its boring accurate - hoping to get a red dot for it. Disassembly is easy unlike the previous generations.

I like some of the other 22s mentioned - but the ruger will always have mags, aftermarket accessories, and support from ruger if there are issues in the future.

 

[The Hedgehog]

Ruger Mark w/paclite upper, titanium suppressor and holosun green dot. .22 pistol excellence.

 

[mtnkid85]

The Keltec P17 is a great little piece for that role. Mines been reliable and you'll be hard pressed to find anything much lighter for packing around.

 

[Scott85]

Browning buckmark

 

[The Hedgehog]

Shoot stop signs undetected within city limits and prairie dogs/black footed ferrets 40-50 yards out…

 

[Sheltowee]

Not really sure you'd need to suppress it if you're already going subsonic. If you are already a Glock guy, I'd suggest the Glock 44. Same size as the 19 but polymer slide makes it much lighter. Alternatively, I might suggest the Ruger Wrangler revolver. The little FN 502 looks pretty sweet and comes suppressor ready but I've not shot one yet.

 

[rjthehunter]

Subsonic + suppressor = super quiet... You hear the action instead of a gunshot. Incredibly quiet with the use of both.

 

[sccritterkiller]

Have the m&p 22...it doesn't cycle subsonic reliably. Standard velocity works fine with a can. Also figure on a red dot or raised sights...I haven't seen a off-center 22 can. Can blocks you site picture with regular sights. Pick up a M&P 15/22 while your at it...great for plinking with .22 can

 

[Bowmannate2000]

Subsonic + suppressor = super quiet... You hear the action instead of a gunshot. Incredibly quiet with the use of both.

Yeah, I shot a buddies suppressed heavy barrel .22 rifle with subsonic. I pulled the trigger and thought it misfired . Only heard the click of the trigger. Now I want one.