The price seems a little high. The standard Buck Mark goes for about $200 at gun shows in Houston. For more information, take a look at Browning's web site
www.browning.com
In the May 1999 issue, Gun Tests compared the Browning Buck Mark Camper, the Ruger 22/45, and the S&W 22A. Here is a summary.
Ruger 22/45: "Buy it. Cheaper and more accurate than the other guns. It also duplicates the feel of a 1911. Also, its trigger feel is classic Bullseye, making it the perfect cheap date for your centerfire .45....This gun feels like a .45 in the hand, and shoots great. It also doesn't cost a lot."
S&W 22A: "Buy this $209 product if you like to shoot fast. Bonus: a built-in scope mount....Shot faster, but not quite as accurately, as the 22/45. Worth a look, nonetheless."
Buckmark Camper: "Don't buy. Even though the weakest sister of the trio was a pretty good shooter, we found the finish to be substandard. Also, relying on the grip panels to retain small parts caused an unnecessary nuisance....This gun was not particularly accurate overall, and we noted quite a number of malfunctions."
However, in a different test, circa 1993, the Browning Micro Buck Mark fared well. "The Browning Micro Buck Mark isn't a powerhouse, but there is nothing reduced about its accuracy. Due to its short barrel and lightweight frame, it would make a good backpacker's companion or youth training pistol....We like this series of pistols, which are well made and accurate. The shorter barrel does not compromise the latter in this model. Verdict: We'd buy it."
I hope this helps.
[This message has been edited by Cawdor (edited September 01, 1999).]
