Entry Level/budget Revolvers?

One thing to note with rimfire revolvers is that they need stiffer springs than their centerfire counterparts. It makes the double action pull pretty stiff on any rimfire revolver.

Check out the Taurus Model 941. 8 shot .22 magnum with a 4" barrel. Available in black or stainless finish. Probably a little bit harder to find than a tracker but I don't think its anything that couldn't be found.

If you just want a 4" barreled tracker. they make one of those too. Its called the 991.

I have a Taurus Tracker in .17 HMR. I find the double action pull smooth but it takes more effort than I like, doable but I shoot much more accurately if I pull the hammer back before shooting it. I hated the grips that came on the tracker so I put Houge monogrips on mine and havent looked back.
 
Well I don't know much about 22mag revolvers, but I spent a lot of time looking for a decent budget 22lr DA revolver the past few years. I would suggest against getting a Taurus 941. If it's anything like its brother the 94 (same frame, but 22lr) it has the worst DA trigger pull I've ever tried in any revolver period. While still not the best trigger ever, the Charter Pathfinder (which I decided on in the 22lr version and have absolutely no regrets) has a significantly better trigger than the small frame Taurus not to mention great customer service. The Charter would definitely be my recommendation for a new DA 22mag for around $400 or so.

If you're willing to buy used and get a 38 instead of 22mag, the model 10 and 64 previously mentioned are also good if one can be found for the desired price. I don't agree that it'll keep its resale value that much better than a Charter, but rather will sell faster if you decide you don't want to keep it.

You'll just have to choose whether you prefer a better quality gun but in a caliber you don't stock yet and with no warranty (the S&W models 10/64) or a 22mag, being a caliber you already shoot but of lesser quality (although still good IMHO) and that comes with a lifetime warranty that the manufacturer actually takes seriously (the Charter 22mag Pathfinder).
 
Sounds like I need to find a charter to handle before I do anything else. If I don't like it I will move on to used .38's.
I really don't have need for another centerfire gun at the moment, already having a half dozen .380's, 9mm's and .45's. I deer hunt over a beanfield so getting a .357 or .44 still doesn't interest me much. The idea is for a plinking gun that occasionally could see use for pest control or small game, I probably won't shoot over 100 rounds a year from it.
If my mom likes it and shows interest in shooting more we can find her a good .38 or whatever she picks. If she handles it ok and wants to leave it at that I will probably just give it to her and it will be a nightstand gun. It may not be the best but its a far better choice than an auto she can't load.

Thanks to everyone for all the advice and feedback :cool:
 
I deer hunt over a beanfield so getting a .357 or .44 still doesn't interest me much.
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The idea is for a plinking gun that occasionally could see use for pest control or small game, I probably won't shoot over 100 rounds a year from it.
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Shooting 100 rounds a year and "a plinking gun" are opposing concepts..;)

If you're not going to shoot the thing then it really doesn't matter what you buy.


Sgt Lumpy - n0eq
 
I recently purchased a Charter Arms Target Pathfinder.

Haven't got to handle a charter arms pathfinder, whats the story on them? Are they an improvement over the taurus?
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I recently purchased a Charter Arms Pathfinder in .22 LR,,,
Overall I am really likeing the little shooter,,,
It's almost identical to a S&W J-frame.

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The above image is the 4" Pathfinder beside my 4" Model 34,,,
You can see the similarity in size and overall shape,,,
The full lug barrel is the one big difference.

The DA trigger was very stiff when it was brand new,,,
I'm approaching the bottom of a 550 round bulk pack of ammo,,,
It seems to be smoothing out as I shoot it so that might be a non-issue.

The only thing I do not like is the front sight blade,,,
It's the same matte stainless as the frame,,,
It needs some sight paint to highlight it.

Are they an improvement over the taurus?
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I have owned two Taurus rimfire revolvers,,,
A 970 Tracker and a 990 Tracker,,,
I disliked and sold them both.

I do not see myself selling this little Charter revolver,,,
I might gift it to an upcoming college graduate,,,
But if not I'll definitely keep and shoot it.

Hope this helps,,,

Aarond

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Pick up a Taarus then pick up a S&W, compare the workmanship, weight and general attention to detail and style.
Is the $ savings worth it on the Tarus? Really???
Some of the SMaller S&W 2" are very reasonablly priced (even now)! A real lifetime investment that you can bet your life on.
ZVP
 
Unless you're rich you'll have a hard time ever doing a lot of shooting unless you learn to reload. In the long run the .38 will be cheaper to shoot than the .22 Mag. You can load the .38 hot enough to hunt game up to the size of a coyote or porcupine or for self defense, you can also load it light enough to hunt small game like rabbits. You'll find factory ammo covering the same range of use. A nice Smith M10 will, if not abused, have a service life longer that you do.
 
I too am a fan of the .22WMR butthe .38 Special is so much better that I personally bought a Model 36 Cheif's Special for my own use.
When confronting danger you need the largest bullet that you can afford to shoot well. If a .22 is it, then buy a good revolver and learn to use it well.
ZVP
 
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