Old School .22s??

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I've got two .22s: a Sig P220 with a .22 conversion and a Ruger Mk IV that's been well worked on.
But I've been thinking of getting something a bit handier, ala something in a Beretta model 70 or maybe a S&W 422 size.

Looking for some suggestions for an "older" .22. Not really interested in a Walther P22 or Beretta 92-22 (both made by Umarax) or a Sig Mosquito that isn't made by Sig.

I'm not looking for a collector piece, just a nice modestly-sized .22 semi that's fun to shoot, modestly accurate, and not a budget buster.
 
Colt Woodsman

High Standard Supermatic/Sport King/Duramatic etc.

I would mention Ruger MK I/II but you already have a close enough derivative to that one.
 
I've got a Beretta 76, and of all the 22 LR semi-autos I own (half a dozen or so), I rate this as the best shooter, because it's accurate while it shoots anything and everything.

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I got mine from Classic, and they still have them in stock ... ALTHOUGH ... if you can find one somewhere else, I recommend you do not buy from Classic.

Just for sheer looks, though you can't beat the Colt models. I have a Woodsman. ;)
 
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wiscoaster said:
I've got a Beretta 76, and of all the 22 LR semi-autos I own (half a dozen or so), I rate this as the best shooter, because it's accurate while it shoots anything and everything.

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I got mine from Classic, and they still have them in stock ... ALTHOUGH ... if you can find one somewhere else, I recommend you do not buy from Classic.

Just for sheer looks, though you can't beat the Colt models. I have a Woodsman. ;)
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‘That sure looks like a nice one you have there WC.

I remember lusting after one of those 50 years ago when Target sold guns. I was 14 at the time and drooled all over that glass showcase.

I’ve only seen one other In the wild since and didn’t have the funds at the time.
 
My personal favorites are the Astra Constable and the Daewoo DP52, both knockoffs of the Walther PP. The Daewoo is especially nice as it has better sights. Another newer nice .22 is the Ruger SR22. It comes in two barrel lengths. The Beretta 70s is nice but has those really old school tiny sights that my old eyes have trouble with. Bersa T22 is OK too. Fun but not as reliable as the Daewoo, Ruger or constable. Any Buckmark is worth having.
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You mentioned a 422, I really enjoy shooting my 622 target model! It is accurate and really light with its alloy frame. The lower barrel position helps manage the small amount of recoil a .22 generates in such a light pistol, it is also threaded if you are interested in silencers. However, the 6" barrel may be longer than you were looking for.
 
OldTech said:
You mentioned a 422, I really enjoy shooting my 622 target model! It is accurate and really light with its alloy frame. The lower barrel position helps manage the small amount of recoil a .22 generates in such a light pistol, it is also threaded if you are interested in silencers. However, the 6" barrel may be longer than you were looking for.
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My 422 is nearly as accurate as my M41 and is more reliable to boot- and they share magazines as well. I can remember maybe one jam with the 422 over the last 500 rounds or so-
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I wipe out the ejection port occasionally with a q-tip dipped in solvent, and put a couple drops of oil on the rails and she just keeps ticking. A great little plinker!
 
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I had a 622 a long time ago. I think it might have been accurate, but the trigger was pretty bad, so I don't really know.

My opinion is that a budget .22 should be a Ruger and a budget-busting .22 should be an M41. The revolver man also needs some variation of a Smith 17. I believe that to be a complete collection, with any additions being icing on the cake.
 
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I have a 622 (I'm the original owner) and a 2213 (inherited from my FIL) and really like them both. I think the 422 (and all it's various iterations) were really underappreciated guns. Most who own one would agree. I also inherited a Ruger Standard, which shoots great but it the worst gun to disassemble that I've even owned. Don't forget old school 22 revolvers, too.

Here's my entire collection of old school 22s:

1961 High Standard Sentinel R-102 - 6"bbl, 9-shot revolver
1992 S&W 622 - 6" bbl, alloy frame, stainless slide. 10 & 12 rounds mags
1992 S&W 2213 - 3" bbl, alloy frame, stainless slide, 8, 10 & 12 round mags
1971 Ruger Standard - the original, before they started the MK naming conventions
1938 Remington Sportmaster Model 341 - Grandad bought it from the Montgomery Ward catalog and got it COD from the US Postal Service! It was my Dad's first rifle and mine, too.
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I have an old MK1 that runs great, but you have a newer version of that already. And the older Rugers use different mags than the newer ones. I have always thought the Colt woodsman is cool, but they are pricey.
 
TheWarhammer said:
I have a 622 (I'm the original owner) and a 2213 (inherited from my FIL) and really like them both. I think the 422 (and all it's various iterations) were really underappreciated guns. Most who own one would agree. I also inherited a Ruger Standard, which shoots great but it the worst gun to disassemble that I've even owned. Don't forget old school 22 revolvers, too.

Here's my entire collection of old school 22s:

1961 High Standard Sentinel R-102 - 6"bbl, 9-shot revolver
1992 S&W 622 - 6" bbl, alloy frame, stainless slide. 10 & 12 rounds mags
1992 S&W 2213 - 3" bbl, alloy frame, stainless slide, 8, 10 & 12 round mags
1971 Ruger Standard - the original, before they started the MK naming conventions
1938 Remington Sportmaster Model 341 - Grandad bought it from the Montgomery Ward catalog and got it COD from the US Postal Service! It was my Dad's first rifle and mine, too.
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Very nice Remington 341! Does that model have the same cartridge lift system as the model 34? I’ve got a 1934 model 34 That I picked up at a pawn shop. I was very impressed with the unique way they chamber a round and I had to have it.
 
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At two ends of the selection an old 1940’s High Standard HD Military, target velocity only Ammo, very accurate and a modern buck Rogers looking Neos,U22 by Berreta also as accurate as this man can hold groups. The Neos is cheap and this one has never had a failure with any brand of 22LR I’ve tried.
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You didn’t mention revolvers but this H&R Sportsman would be a nice addition to any kit.
High end and most likely not for consideration is IMO one of the best 22Autos, The S&W Model 41.
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NIGHTLORD40K said:
My 422 is nearly as accurate as my M41 and is more reliable to boot
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My 422 doesn't run as well as yours, it sounds like, but it's a fun gun to take to the range as most people have never seen one, and when you invite someone to try shooting it you watch their face for a surprised look when they pick it up and then they say something like, "but it's so LIGHT!!" :rofl:
 
Barbaroja said:
Very nice Remington 341! Does that model have the same cartridge lift system as the model 34? I’ve got a 1934 model 34 That I picked up at a pawn shop. I was very impressed with the unique way they chamber a round and I had to have it.
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Yes, it has the cartridge lifter that makes sure the tip of the bullet never contacts a feed ramp. It also automatically selects for 22 short, long or long rifle. Pretty cool!
 
Sarge7402 said:
Simpsons usually has PP's for sale in the mid 500 - 600's

I've got a new model and it's ok. Did an article for The Backwoodsman Magazine a couple of months ago will send it to you if you want
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Sure, I'll take a look, thanks!

Wouldnt ever buy one of the new ones though. I hate Zamak with a passion.

And Ive had too much frustration and pain with the centerfire PP-series to ever go down that road again either.......
 
NIGHTLORD40K said:
My 422 is nearly as accurate as my M41 and is more reliable to boot- and they share magazines as well. I can remember maybe one jam with the 422 over the last 500 rounds or so-
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I wipe out the ejection port occasionally with a q-tip dipped in solvent, and put a couple drops of oil on the rails and she just keeps ticking. A great little plinker!
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My 622 is also very reliable. I have fired thousands of rounds with it and have had very few malfunctions.
 
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