honkeoki
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Hello, all. I want to buy a 22 plinker but I'm torn.
I've read that Single Six convertibles are made to shoot 22 WMR and suffer in the accuracy dept with 22 LR. I'm a big fan of the convertible, because I like options and because I can stuff those cylinders with anything -- Colibri, snake shot, 22 short, you name it. Also because 22 WMR is a bit more powerful -- and it's like having two guns in one!
I live in South Florida, about 20 miles from the factory that makes Rough Riders, so I could pick up a convertible for around $150.
On the other hand...
I could get a Browning Buckmark or a Ruger Mk 2 for about the same price ($300). Advantages here are increased accuracy (I think) and better sights. The sights on the Single Sixes I've seen are big and ugly. Downside here is: can't use "exotic" ammo.
The purpose of this pistol is to dispatch the occasional rat in my backyard. I live in the city so all my shooting is done at the range.
Please lend your opinions on these choices.
I've read that Single Six convertibles are made to shoot 22 WMR and suffer in the accuracy dept with 22 LR. I'm a big fan of the convertible, because I like options and because I can stuff those cylinders with anything -- Colibri, snake shot, 22 short, you name it. Also because 22 WMR is a bit more powerful -- and it's like having two guns in one!
I live in South Florida, about 20 miles from the factory that makes Rough Riders, so I could pick up a convertible for around $150.
On the other hand...
I could get a Browning Buckmark or a Ruger Mk 2 for about the same price ($300). Advantages here are increased accuracy (I think) and better sights. The sights on the Single Sixes I've seen are big and ugly. Downside here is: can't use "exotic" ammo.
The purpose of this pistol is to dispatch the occasional rat in my backyard. I live in the city so all my shooting is done at the range.
Please lend your opinions on these choices.