Kynoch
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I'm looking for a rimfire pistol for use in Steel Challenge shooting. I want to use iron sights and I have narrowed down my choices to the following with the the associated pros and cons:
Browning Buck Mark Hunter
Pros:
* 7.25" barrel (longer sight radius.)
* Fiber optic front sight.
* Aluminum vs. polymer frame.
* Better trigger than the Ruger out of the box.
* Though perhaps not as reliable as the Ruger, it appears the Buck Mark is still plenty reliable. Reliable enough for action shooting events.
* From what I have read, those with larger hands (which I have) typically prefer the Buck Mark to the 22/45.
Cons:
* More expensive (about $75.00)
* Mags are a bit more expensive than the Ruger.
* Concerns about the finish quality of the Hunter. Is it coated?
Ruger 22/45 with replaceable wood grip panels
Pros:
* Paramount reliability.
* Less expensive
Cons:
Shorter sight radius.
Less ergonomic grip for those with big hands.
Trigger needs work to bring it to the Buck Mark's level.
Sadly while I have shot the 22/45 I have never even seen a Buck Mark Hunter so I am faced with taking a gamble and ordering one. Any insight would be appreciated. Thanks.
Browning Buck Mark Hunter
Pros:
* 7.25" barrel (longer sight radius.)
* Fiber optic front sight.
* Aluminum vs. polymer frame.
* Better trigger than the Ruger out of the box.
* Though perhaps not as reliable as the Ruger, it appears the Buck Mark is still plenty reliable. Reliable enough for action shooting events.
* From what I have read, those with larger hands (which I have) typically prefer the Buck Mark to the 22/45.
Cons:
* More expensive (about $75.00)
* Mags are a bit more expensive than the Ruger.
* Concerns about the finish quality of the Hunter. Is it coated?
Ruger 22/45 with replaceable wood grip panels
Pros:
* Paramount reliability.
* Less expensive
Cons:
Shorter sight radius.
Less ergonomic grip for those with big hands.
Trigger needs work to bring it to the Buck Mark's level.
Sadly while I have shot the 22/45 I have never even seen a Buck Mark Hunter so I am faced with taking a gamble and ordering one. Any insight would be appreciated. Thanks.