Buck Mark Bullseye Target URX

[PaulM]

Hello,
I'm new to the group. I shoot for the pleasure of it but keep a Colt 1911 near the bed. I have been noticing how much money I spent on .45 ACP ammo and would like to start shooting a .22. My local gun shop has a Browning Buck Mark Bullseye Target URX for $489. Does anyone on the board have one and what do you think of it? I only compete against myself right now, but I'm looking for a venue. The other guys at my range are a lot like me, shoot for fun and to keep sharp.
I have J frame model 60 that is a 357 but I only shoot 38sp, I also have a Ruger Single Six in 22/22magnum. Since the bore is .224 for the magnum load, the .22 is not very accurate. I'd like a nice target .22, but can't spend $12-1400 on a S&W model 41. The Browning feels nice, but I'd like some informed opinions. Thanks.

 

[dafitch]

My Marvel conversion shoots almost as good as my Smith 41. I suggest researching the Marvel- Overall, I've been very pleased with mine.

 

[PaulM]

Marvel

Actually, the Marvel Conversion one of the options under consideration. I have only heard good things about it.

 

[kle]

I've shot a Browning Buckmark (it was owned by a friend of my brother) and it was a nice pistol--the stock trigger is much nicer than the stock triggers of my two Ruger Mk.II (one "Standard", the other "Competition Target"). I also got a chance to break it down and it looked alright on the inside, although to break it down I needed to use a hex wrench to take off the top strap (whereas with my Ruger Mk. IIs all I need is a paperclip to dig out the mainspring housing and the rest of it comes out easy). On the plus side, the grip angle felt much more natural for me (it points like a 1911 or a Beretta 92FS for me--the sights seem to naturally align themselves when I present the gun).

That being said, I've already cast my lot with my two Ruger Mk.IIs and don't really see a need to have a Buckmark; if I were in the market for a first .22 autoloader, I would definitely consider one.

 

[dafitch]

One of the negatives with the Marvel is that it is almost as expensive as the entry level .22 target pistols, but you don't get two magazines or a dedicated frame. The positive is that you 'can' use the same frame/trigger pull for both .45 and .22, allowing muscle memory to help with accuracy.

I have a dedicated frame for my Marvel, but I've tried to make it as close in feel to my .45 as possible.

 

[dafitch]

An additional note, Marvel has been excellent with assistance and resolving one issue I had involving the extractor on my conversion. When contacted by telephone, Marvel offers excellent customer service.

 

[dafitch]

About 4000 rounds ago: