.22LR: target pistols and competition pistols

You asked about the Beretta 87T...>

Whilst I like the pistol (I have one) it does not have an adjustable trigger, as well as having quite a bit of overtravel. I find it an easy pistol to shoot accurately but it's not a target trigger by some margin. That in itself would likely take it out of the running considering your needs. When I got the 87T it was around AUD$750 new when a very good condition (used) S&W M41 would have set me back around AUD$1200.
 
Quote: "...but I've read bad things about its trigger..."

When it comes to shooting any firearm accurately, a really good trigger pull is a necessity, especially so when competing with a pistol in Bullseye matches. The S&W Model 41 is widely recognized for having a superb trigger pull.
 
I have both a Victory and a '68 model 41. The former has a pretty good trigger, but the one on the 41 has a wide range of adjustment for weight and overtravel. The Victory is still too new to have much in the way of aftermarket parts available besides the two barrels from Volquartsen. I would have to have similar grips and iron sights on the Victory before I could make a reasonable accuracy comparison between the two . For me, the 41 is in another league than the Victory right now. That may change once aftermarket options expand for the latter.
 
Since you are in France, check out the TargetTalk.org site for bullseye shooting expertise. They can relate/discuss the feature and such of the European firearms you probably have good access to. Discussions on triggers, grips, maintenance and so on for Hammerli's and such is very common on that site. They also discuss Olympic shooting and pistols.

... Larry
 
Since you are in France you might be able to find the Russian IZH-35m pistol. I have one and it is definitely a keeper. They don't import them into the US anymore, but you might have better luck over there. Olympic grade accuracy -but not expensive. Very utilitarian, but well made.
 
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