looking for a good pocket .22
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Boy, are you in luck!!
Here we have for your consideration the venerated Smith & Wesson Escort 61-2.... Pre-dates the NAA's/Seecamps/KelTecs of the pistol world...
Yikes! The very name "ESCORT" reeks of personal protection....
Ordinarily I would not consider selling my prize, but it just happens I'm in the market for a new H&K P2000sk/version 3.
Here's the deal.. I am willing, remorsefully, to swap my pristine Escort even for a new H&K P2000sk/version 3, or I would consider selling the Escort straight out if you promise to give it a good home. Cash price: $725.00 (non-negitiable).
Here's ya chance! (Shipping/handling to your FFL dealer extra.)
Youszaaa, youszaaa, youszaaa.
Best Wishes,
J. Pomeroy
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And...
On a serious note why would you consider a rimfire for personal protection?
Having said that, over the years I've heard the tip-up barrelled Beretta Bobcat (I might have the name wrong) has about as good a reputation in this respect as any.. Additionally I "think" Crimson Trace just released a set of their top quality Lasergrips for the Bobcat..
If I were, (and I wouldn't) going to depend on a rimfire for cc and self defense I think I would have a Crimson Trace equipped Bobcat, even tho I absolutely hate the non-customer service/warranty dept of Beretta..
Best Wishes,
J. Pomeroy
P.S.
I DO have one 22cal pistol that has been excellent. It's the Firestorm FS22.. Surprising accurate, so far 100% reliable, and about the size of a Walther PP/PPK mix.. I take mine in the woods when I'm out hunting for feral coke cans, and it does a great job.. For personal defense for those "whut" use a rimfire for such I think 10+1rds. of CCI Stingers certainly beat harsh words..
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GunNut
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Beretta Bobcat/Jetfire should work for you.
waytoofunky
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Indeed, why a .22?
...although if you do, the Bobcat loaded with hypervelocity is an attention-getter!
For a bit more weight, size and money, I might suggest the Tomcat 3032 -- very accurate for their dimunitive size.
...although if you do, the Bobcat loaded with hypervelocity is an attention-getter!
For a bit more weight, size and money, I might suggest the Tomcat 3032 -- very accurate for their dimunitive size.
lanceman193
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If you want reliable,do not buy a Walther TP 22.Buy a J frame airlite 8 shot pre
lock S&W.If you don't mind moving up to 32,buy a Seecamp.No other choices for me,and I'm old and have run the gamut including Norton (Budichowski), Beretta, Walther,etc.Only reliable real pocket guns for me Seecamp and S&W.,except for the occasional mini-revolver,which is not a real choice if you need to hit anything you are shooting at.Good luck in your quest.......Lance
lock S&W.If you don't mind moving up to 32,buy a Seecamp.No other choices for me,and I'm old and have run the gamut including Norton (Budichowski), Beretta, Walther,etc.Only reliable real pocket guns for me Seecamp and S&W.,except for the occasional mini-revolver,which is not a real choice if you need to hit anything you are shooting at.Good luck in your quest.......Lance
earplug
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Walther TPH
I agree that the Walther TPH is one over priced .22 pistol.
At least my USA made version was junk.
I have a .22 short Minx that works well but won't do much.
The .22LR version might be fine. I like the tip up barrel feature.
I see little reason to buy a J frame in .22 LR.
I agree that the Walther TPH is one over priced .22 pistol.
At least my USA made version was junk.
I have a .22 short Minx that works well but won't do much.
The .22LR version might be fine. I like the tip up barrel feature.
I see little reason to buy a J frame in .22 LR.
usp9
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My TPH has been flawless. You should see what it does with hyper velocity ammo. Loves mini mags and hides anywhere. Mags are getting expensive though.
KaiGywer
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My local gun store has a couple of Phoenix HP22 (I think that was the model number). $113.96 each. Anybody have any experience with these guns?
ArchAngelCD
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Taurus makes a boat load of .22 and .25 pistols.
You can score one NIB for ~$200 for the more basic models.
Or you can get something a little nicer for $20 or $30 more
There are a ton of different models, take a look here: http://www.taurususa.com/products/gunselector-results.cfm?page=1
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You can score one NIB for ~$200 for the more basic models.
Or you can get something a little nicer for $20 or $30 more
There are a ton of different models, take a look here: http://www.taurususa.com/products/gunselector-results.cfm?page=1
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Seven High
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Take a look at the Iver Johnson TP22. I had one. It was very reliable. Sadly, it is not now in production.
PX15
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FWIW:
Here's my take on some of the other suggestions.. Keep in mind that my experience is ONLY with the particular pistols I bought, and may not be representative of the majority of those produced.
1. Phoenix HP22. My wife bought me one of these new about 7 years ago, incld the extra "target" barrell. Mine was sheer crap. Pretty little sucker, but innaccurate and unreliable. IMO mine was basically a nice looking POS.
2. Taurus PT22. I bought one of these new when they first hit the market, and mine was junk.. I had to send it back to Taurus for service and it still was crap when I got it back.. Keep in mind this was a very early model, and the later ones might be better.
3. Beretta Tomcat (32cal). I bought one of these when they first hit the market and it was a POS. I sent it back to Beretta for warranty repairs, TWICE, and the only thing worse than the pistol was the terrible customer service of Beretta. We are talking 1st generation now, as I hear the 2nd generation was much improved, altho heavier. Definitely stay away from the 1st gen. Tomcats. I was so disappointed by the poor customer/warranty service that I've sworn off Berettas completely.. Of course if you have one you care to give me I will accept it, as I think Beretta generally makes excellent firearms. Honestly, Beretta CS/Warranty folks are merde. This experience was years ago, perhaps they've improved?
Maybe my experience will be of some use to you.
Here's my take on some of the other suggestions.. Keep in mind that my experience is ONLY with the particular pistols I bought, and may not be representative of the majority of those produced.
1. Phoenix HP22. My wife bought me one of these new about 7 years ago, incld the extra "target" barrell. Mine was sheer crap. Pretty little sucker, but innaccurate and unreliable. IMO mine was basically a nice looking POS.
2. Taurus PT22. I bought one of these new when they first hit the market, and mine was junk.. I had to send it back to Taurus for service and it still was crap when I got it back.. Keep in mind this was a very early model, and the later ones might be better.
3. Beretta Tomcat (32cal). I bought one of these when they first hit the market and it was a POS. I sent it back to Beretta for warranty repairs, TWICE, and the only thing worse than the pistol was the terrible customer service of Beretta. We are talking 1st generation now, as I hear the 2nd generation was much improved, altho heavier. Definitely stay away from the 1st gen. Tomcats. I was so disappointed by the poor customer/warranty service that I've sworn off Berettas completely.. Of course if you have one you care to give me I will accept it, as I think Beretta generally makes excellent firearms. Honestly, Beretta CS/Warranty folks are merde. This experience was years ago, perhaps they've improved?
Maybe my experience will be of some use to you.
Clipper
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My wife's Phoenix HP.22 has been reliable ( if you keep it relatively clean ), and is incredibly accurate with the 5" barrel, not bad with the 3". I will likely get myself a Taurus 9-shot revolver with the 5" barrel, as I want a walking-in-the-woods holster gun, but it's available in a 2" version.
1BLINDREF
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Check out a S&W 317 airlite. At 10.5 oz and 8 shots, it might be what you're looking for. It's a cool little J-frame that kind of gets lost in your pocket 
My PT-22 was a horror of jams.
About revolvers - the SW 317 - very light, heavy trigger
Taurus has several - no experience with the snubbies.
A snubby SW 63 or 651 are rarities nowadays - sigh. I missed getting one of each, sending my kid to college.
About revolvers - the SW 317 - very light, heavy trigger
Taurus has several - no experience with the snubbies.
A snubby SW 63 or 651 are rarities nowadays - sigh. I missed getting one of each, sending my kid to college.
joe4702
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Yep. Got one. Light as a feather and plain fun to shoot. Trigger is heavy, but gets better with use (or maybe I'm just getting use to it).
weregunner
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Joe. The good news is both things happen. One gets used to the trigger and the triggers usually lighten up as they get used. The more use, the more they smooth out somewhat. Have a Taurus model 94 revolver and a PT22 semi-auto. Have had nothing but sterling service from them both.So far there have been quite a few excellent picks bought to our first posters attention. Nine shots in the revolver and 8+1 in the PT22. The 94 actually has HKS speedloaders that fit the Taurus 94. They were originally designed for H&R or NEF rimfires. Fit a couple in the pocket. They're small enough and light.For some the .22lrf in a pistol or revolver is all they can handle. Especially the senior citizens who might have arthritis, carpal tunnel syndrome, or brittle bones.
doc2rn
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the best shootin' .22 is a Colt Cadet or 21a. the best pocket carry is probably the pp/ppks Walther in .22 lr.
Talked to a bunch of guys at the match this weekend, by chance discussing 22s - all of us had bad luck with the PT-22. Too bad, as it is a nice looking and sized gun.
I guess it is very spotty and sending it back and forth is a pain.
I guess it is very spotty and sending it back and forth is a pain.
My ptt22 shoots fine. I have even killed a ground squirell with mine a ways out I use it mostly for introducing weaker folk to the gun when we hosted basic personal protection calsses. With the flip up barrelit was easier for the weak to load etc. I have also had really ggod service from the early J22 jennings though
Reminds me I need to take the little ones out again soon ...
I use it mostly for introducing weaker folk to the gun when we hosted basic personal protection calsses. With the flip up barrelit was easier for the weak to load etc. I have also had really ggod service from the early J22 jennings though Reminds me I need to take the little ones out again soon ...- Status
