22semi choice
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All good choices and although I do agree that the SR22 would benefit you when it comes to your everyday carry in reality the others will benefit just the same when it comes to shooting fundamentals. I guess my recommendation is that if you like one of the others more than the SR22 get it, they will still help improve your shooting. I know I like a little variety.
Elliottsdad
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Can't go wrong with the MKIII or Buckmark. I went with the Buckmark just because taking down the MKIII is a bear. (FWIW the Buckmark does require an allen wrech, though) They're both good pistols however, and it was a TOUGH decision for me. I think you'll be happy with either.
p.s. I don't know much about the victory
p.s. I don't know much about the victory
aarondhgraham
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It's never a bad thing to have a .22 for practice,,,
It's never a bad thing to have a .22 for practice,,,
And to have one that is identical or close to your carry gun is even better.
Now having said that none of the .22 pistols you mentioned,,,
Have the same action as your SR9c.
Of the three .22's the SR-22 would be closest in size and shape,,,
But the SR9c is a striker fired pistol.
It's essentially a hammerless DAO,,,
The SR-22 is a SA/DA with external hammer.
Even so, I would choose it over the others due to that similarity in size/shape.
I own all three of the .22's you mentioned,,,
While the 22/45 and the Buckmark are fine shooters,,,
If your purpose is to use it as an understudy the SR-22 is the better choice.
Just my humble opinion.
Aarond
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It's never a bad thing to have a .22 for practice,,,
And to have one that is identical or close to your carry gun is even better.
Now having said that none of the .22 pistols you mentioned,,,
Have the same action as your SR9c.
Of the three .22's the SR-22 would be closest in size and shape,,,
But the SR9c is a striker fired pistol.
It's essentially a hammerless DAO,,,
The SR-22 is a SA/DA with external hammer.
Even so, I would choose it over the others due to that similarity in size/shape.
I own all three of the .22's you mentioned,,,
While the 22/45 and the Buckmark are fine shooters,,,
If your purpose is to use it as an understudy the SR-22 is the better choice.
Just my humble opinion.
Aarond
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The Mark 22/45, Buckmark, S&W Victory and Ruger SR22 are all entry level pistols. OK, if that's what you need/want.
Like aarondhgraham says, a .22 is always a good thing, but is not a substitute for whatever it is you carry. You must practice using your carry ammo regularly.
Your budget will determine a great deal too.
Like aarondhgraham says, a .22 is always a good thing, but is not a substitute for whatever it is you carry. You must practice using your carry ammo regularly.
Your budget will determine a great deal too.
rt11002003
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I've developed a fondness for the Rugers; target models, especially so. I shoot both the long barrel and the shorter barreled guns. Feel the shorter barrel guns are better balanced overall.
Owned a couple of Buck Marks; liked the MicoTarget best.
Really like the S&W Model 41 and Model 422; the others not so much.
Have shot both the M&P 22 Compact and the Victory; liked the Victory better.
I'm of the "variety" school, shoot as many different guns as you can manage. If you find a .22lr pistol you especially like, shoot it enough to get really good with it. You should find your skill with it will carry over to whatever else you shoot.
Owned a couple of Buck Marks; liked the MicoTarget best.
Really like the S&W Model 41 and Model 422; the others not so much.
Have shot both the M&P 22 Compact and the Victory; liked the Victory better.
I'm of the "variety" school, shoot as many different guns as you can manage. If you find a .22lr pistol you especially like, shoot it enough to get really good with it. You should find your skill with it will carry over to whatever else you shoot.
SGW Gunsmith
Moderator
Do yourself justice. Go with a Ruger Mark pistol. Either look for a good condition Ruger Mark II, or a Ruger Mark III, steel grip frame that you can modify to your hearts content.
I've had every sort of .22 rimfire handgun come across my bench during the 45+ years I've had an active gun repair shop, and as far as service is concerned, the Ruger Mark pistols outshine, out perform, and outlast them all.
Accuracy and performance as far as functionality, is a legendary additive for the purchase of any of the Ruger Mark II pistols you might encounter. Yes, here at Sarona Gun Works LLC we can turn that Ruger Mark III into the best performing .22 caliber pistol you've ever owned.
I test the Ruger Mark I, II, III & 22/45 pistols on a regular basis, and eliminate as much, if not all, of the human input that could possibly interfere with a controlled outcome. Here's what I use for my qualifier:
No human influence involved, just the pistol and this contraption.
I've had every sort of .22 rimfire handgun come across my bench during the 45+ years I've had an active gun repair shop, and as far as service is concerned, the Ruger Mark pistols outshine, out perform, and outlast them all.
Accuracy and performance as far as functionality, is a legendary additive for the purchase of any of the Ruger Mark II pistols you might encounter. Yes, here at Sarona Gun Works LLC we can turn that Ruger Mark III into the best performing .22 caliber pistol you've ever owned.
I test the Ruger Mark I, II, III & 22/45 pistols on a regular basis, and eliminate as much, if not all, of the human input that could possibly interfere with a controlled outcome. Here's what I use for my qualifier:
No human influence involved, just the pistol and this contraption.
I would say the opposite.
Stripping the Mark III is easy of you keep the manual handy, and is even easier if you remove the useless mag disconnect. Unlike the Buck Mark, the Mark III doesn't require any tools for disassembly (though a paperclip or spent cartridge is helpful to pull out the disassembly lever at the backstrap. Also, there are no small parts to lose, like the Buck Mark's screws and tiny plastic buffer.
I have both the SR22 and Ruger Mark III (both the standard and the 22/45 configurations). The SR 22 is simpler to use and strip/clean. It is NOT as accurate by a long shot. The Rugers are simply excellent target pistols, and very durable. Put a red dot on it and you can drive tacks at 30 feet offhand. I've thought about selling the SR22 simply because I don't shoot it much any more. But when I do, it eats anything I feed it. The Rugers do have preferences for ammo and will act up if you try to feed them something they don't like. For general plinking and carrying or an emergency house gun, the SR22 would be my choice. For target work, the Ruger is hard to beat.
The Ruger MKs are made of steel compared to some of the others made of pot metal. I was close to buying an SR22 but had two friends with a failure on one of the parts which turned out to be a plastic part. I have a close friend that owns a Buckmark and he has been quite happy with it for several thousand rounds.
rt11002003 mentioned the S&W Model 41, they are a very top choice but they are quite expensive from what I have seen. I've shot two of them and have lusted over one for a long time. I bought my first .22 pistol a couple years ago and went with a MKIII and even though I've always preferred older guns, it has exceeded my expectations a bunch.
rt11002003 mentioned the S&W Model 41, they are a very top choice but they are quite expensive from what I have seen. I've shot two of them and have lusted over one for a long time. I bought my first .22 pistol a couple years ago and went with a MKIII and even though I've always preferred older guns, it has exceeded my expectations a bunch.