Choosing a .22 revolver
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I can't tell you what to buy based on price, because I have no idea, but the only .22 pistol I would consider would be a western "peacemaker" style gun. a .22 pistol is a fun gun, and that's just about it. No reason to buy a modern looking gun if it's sole purpose is plinking. IMHO, YMMV. 
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Ruger Bearcat or Single Six.
Master Blaster
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A taurus 94 9 shot 4" barrel, I have a blued one and its a great revolver.
I would suggest a smith Kframe but that is way out of your price range.
A ruger single 6 is also a good choice.
I would suggest a smith Kframe but that is way out of your price range.
A ruger single 6 is also a good choice.
gggman
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With a $300 limit, I think you're limited to a used gun. You should be able to get a used Ruger single six for that. I like the S&W 17 and 617, but they are quite a bit more expensive.
Virginian
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Indeed. A Ruger Mark II or III or a Browning Buckmark will shoot with 99.99% of the 22 revolvers ever made, for less money. But I still say pony up and get him a Ruger Single Six.
Dennis B
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Yes. Ruger Mark II or III IMO.
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I assume that when you said "we" you are going in with a number of other fellow employee's to make the purchase. First, it is very hard to purchase an excellent 22 revolver new in your price range. One of the cheapest is the Charter Arms Pathfinder and I have no experience with it. I would stay away from the Heritage Arms, Rough Rider although it is within your budget at approximately $200.
As far as "very good guns" go, I would suggest that you look at the Ruger Single Six (22LR/22WMR) and the Ruger Mark II or III. New Mark III's run just a tad more than your price and are excellent firearms. I would suggest the 5.5" bull barrel model.
As far as "very good guns" go, I would suggest that you look at the Ruger Single Six (22LR/22WMR) and the Ruger Mark II or III. New Mark III's run just a tad more than your price and are excellent firearms. I would suggest the 5.5" bull barrel model.
If you're looking for something double action and new I'm afraid that a Taurus 94, a Charter Arms, or Commanche are the only one's that will fit your budget. If you don't mind spending just a little more you can get the stainless Taurua 94, which I think is a better choice than the blued model.
If you are looking at single actions than Ruger or Heritage are probably where you want to be looking.
If you are looking at single actions than Ruger or Heritage are probably where you want to be looking.
Quoheleth
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Sadly, the Ruger Single Sixes are near the price of centerfire guns. Even blued fixed sight models around here are in the mid-$300s.
If that's your budget, get him a Browning Buckmark or Ruger (personally, I prefer the .22/45) and use the balance remaining to set him up with a half-dozen boxes of bulk-pak .22s.
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If that's your budget, get him a Browning Buckmark or Ruger (personally, I prefer the .22/45) and use the balance remaining to set him up with a half-dozen boxes of bulk-pak .22s.
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theNoid
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I would have first said S&W 617 but then I noticed the budget restraint. Therefore, I must suggest the much loved Ruger Single Six. You may have to buy used or maybe even find a nice used gun. Either or, you can't lose and it will be treasured gift I am sure of it.
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CajunBass
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Look around as see if you can find a used Dan Wesson 22. There are a few listed on Gunbroker for close to your price. (You still have to add shipping/ffl fees of course.) I just found one a couple of days ago and put it layaway. Really nice gun.
http://gunbroker.com/Auction/ViewItem.asp?Item=95131024
(I have no interest in this gun or dealer. Linked only to show what a Dan Wesson 22, looks like.)
http://gunbroker.com/Auction/ViewItem.asp?Item=95131024
(I have no interest in this gun or dealer. Linked only to show what a Dan Wesson 22, looks like.)
dagger dog
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Harrington and Richardson made the 900 sieries and 600 sieries revolvers in .22 and convertible .22 rimfire magnum. If you can find them on the used gun market they are of excellent quality and value!
I personally LOVE my Heritage Rough Rider .22, and it was a steal for $150. Maybe I just lucked out, but it's got the smoothest trigger I could imagine on a revolver, it's very accurate, and it hasn't had a single malfunction with 3,000 rounds through it. Also the Heritage techies get very good reviews (unlike taurus)... not that I've had a problem.
It's true, single sixes are prettier, but I'd also worry more about it if I had one. Also, it's true most heritages are alloy, but so are Ruger MKs and Buckmarks.
Plus you get an extra .22 mag cylinder with most Heritages.
It's true, single sixes are prettier, but I'd also worry more about it if I had one. Also, it's true most heritages are alloy, but so are Ruger MKs and Buckmarks.
Plus you get an extra .22 mag cylinder with most Heritages.
rc135
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Rough Rider
Rough Riders: I agree. Nice (SA) revolvers at a good price.
Rough Riders: I agree. Nice (SA) revolvers at a good price.
scalper
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Maybe think about a semi auto? I have a Walther P22 and I love it. It seems like it was around $300. Occasionally you will hear horror stories, but that was with the early models and not those made now. Great gun, fun gun, and you get the added bonus of feeling like James Bond. LOL
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I've heard good stuff about Heritage guns, and they are inexpensive. 4.75" is a good length, and if this guns is just gonna be for plinking, than a single action is great. It also doesn't carry almost any image of a "bad" gun, if you know what I mean.
If you're willing to fork over a little more, than you could get him a box set of Heritages with a holster rig. That would probably run about $400.
Also, look at Taurus and Charter if you want DA.
If you're willing to fork over a little more, than you could get him a box set of Heritages with a holster rig. That would probably run about $400.
Also, look at Taurus and Charter if you want DA.
searcher451
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+1 to suggestions for the Ruger Bearcat. These things are solidly constructed, fun to shoot, are relatively accurate, and the .22 cartridge is certainly affordable these days. It you look around, you can find Bearcats in the $300 price range and stay within your budget.
tinygnat219
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Your first inclination should be: Say NO to Taurus. Anything else will be fine. Just say NO to Taurus.
woad_yurt
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I second Dagger Dog's suggestion. Look on Gunbroker, Auction Arms. There are a few of them there right now. The 676 is a DA .22LR/.22WMR convertible and very affordable. I just feel that DA is way better than SA, you know?
Look at this beast. I have the same gun and it's great. And, for every one of these, there are many with a 6" barrel:
http://www.gunbroker.com/Auction/ViewItem.asp?Item=95431127
Look at this beast. I have the same gun and it's great. And, for every one of these, there are many with a 6" barrel:
http://www.gunbroker.com/Auction/ViewItem.asp?Item=95431127
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NAA .22 Mag PUG
Just thinking out of the box, but if this is a retirement gift, it should be along the lines of a nice gold watch. IMHO, the firearms equivalent would be the North American Arms .22 Mag PUG. It's built like a sturdy little watch, is limited to a run of 1,000, and can be had NIB for $300. Also, it fits nicely in a vest pocket.
Just thinking out of the box, but if this is a retirement gift, it should be along the lines of a nice gold watch. IMHO, the firearms equivalent would be the North American Arms .22 Mag PUG. It's built like a sturdy little watch, is limited to a run of 1,000, and can be had NIB for $300. Also, it fits nicely in a vest pocket.
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