INEXPENSIVE but functional .22LR Revolver

[JohnKSa]

I'm looking for an INEXPENSIVE .22 LR revolver for use in training classes. I'm not making any appreciable profit in the classes so it is important that I spend VERY LITTLE MONEY on the revolver.

So, I'm going to start looking through pawn shops, etc. to try to find something used. It doesn't have to be pretty, it doesn't have to be a work of art. It must be functional. Trigger can't be terrible, and I can't have it malfunctioning or breaking on me.

Any ideas?

PS. It must be INEXPENSIVE so please don't start listing off collectible pistols.

PPS. I don't want to spend a lot of money, so I'm not interested in hearing about what the BEST .22 LR Revolver is.

PPPS. I can't spend a lot of money on a highly desirable masterpiece of technology--I just need something that works.

PPPPS. Is anyone getting the point?

Input is appreciated--as long as the price is right.

 

[Ala Dan]

Hello! How about an old Charter Arms Pathfinder ?
You should be able to pick one up at a reasonable price.

Best Wishes,
Ala Dan, N.R.A. Life Member

 

[Doug S]

See post on "Which D/A Revolver in 22". Personally recommend the Taurus 94 (Low 200 range). Also have seen the occasional High Standard for less than $100.

 

[popeye]

I would suggest calling around your area and asking about H&R pistol. Here's an example on Auction.

http://www.auctionarms.com/search/displayitem.cfm?ItemNum=4945927

 

[Ala Dan]

Currently, there are 2 Charter Arms .22 caliber revolver's
over on Guns America; and both are less than 2 C-notes.

Best Wishes,
Ala Dan, N.R.A. Life Member

 

[10-Ring]

I've got a Taurus 94. Over the years of ownership, I've learned to appreciate it. Sure I'd prefer a nicer wheelgun, but this one has done the job...but look out if I find a deal on the right 22!

 

[Crimper-D]

NEF (New England Firearms) have several models

Most if not all are 9 shot cylinders in .22LR. Got 1... paid about $150 8 yrs ago. Nothing fancy but well made and functional with a surprisingly decent trigger. Mine is a 4" Bull Barreled model, brushed stainless finish... It's withstood some rough carry conditions (Tacklebox/utility box on a boat) and keeps right on shooting

 

[Gerald McDonald]

I will second the NEF, my wife has one that her ex gave her for protection. It is the 2 1/2" barrel swing out cylinder 22lr. Damn thing will put all of the rounds in a clover leaf if shot single action at 7 yards. Really pretty good gun that I have shot maybe a thousand rounds thru with nary a hiccup. I gave her a J frame 38spec only because I think if you arent going to practice putting the rounds on paper maybe a bigger caliber is slightly more useful. Of course I agree that a small caliber hit is better than a large caliber miss. I'm happy with a rimfire, just dont trust her.
G

 

[JohnKSa]

The classes are for first time shooters. So, as long as it functions well, can hit a pie plate every time at 15 feet and isn't hard for a wide variety of people to use, it will be perfect.

Thanks for the input. I've never owned a .22 revolver so I really needed some info before I could even start looking.

 

[firestar]

Ruger Single Six should cost less than $200 and it will be both accurate and durable.

My dad's friend had a NEF revolver that was about $100 new but it was O.K. for what you are talking about. It was not junk, it just wasn't great. The trigger was bad on it though.

 

[CZ 75 BD]

H & R ...

929 six or four inch barrel around $100.00

 

[Freightman]

To bad you are not here we have a Iver Johnson at the shop that has never been shot for $85

 

[AUTIGER04]

I have a Heritage Rough Rider 22lr/22mag combo. Its a Cowboy type gun but really fun to shoot.
Check out the New England Firearms, H&R and the the old Iver Johnson revolvers. They are out there. But you might have to look. (Pawnshops)