Looking for a .22 semi auto, so many choices....

Ruger Mk II is a better choice than a Buckmark, and take a look at a Browning 1911-22.

Some older guns to look at would include a Smith & Wesson 2206 and the SIG Trailside.
 
Have you considered a Sig 1911 22? I got mine for under 400 when Sportsmans Warehouse had them on sale. Accurate and easy to shoot and operate the slide.
I also have a Buckmark that I like quite a bit too. Of course, when I got it, I paid like 149 for it----several years ago.
 
I do think the buckmark will do the trick.
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I think that if you do a little patient shopping, you may find a nice used Buckmark in the $300 range or even less. There is usually a strong used market on these pistols. Keep your eyes open.

For economy sake, even a new NEOS can be had for less than $300, maybe just over $200 if found on sale. Nice pistol to train young people with and practice one's skills at an excellent price.
 
As so many have said, Ruger MK 2 or 3 (the only problem with these are putting them back together after cleaning, taking apart is easy)
Buckmark...
You can find either of these used if you keep looking there are FL used gun sites.
My first ruger MK 3 Blue 5" (short barrel) is now getting the mag disconnect removed and cleaned...I pay a gunsmith to do this (it has been 5000 rounds since cleaning) great gun
My second MK 3 S/S 7" (long barrel) has already been converted (and longer bolt release and mag release) because I have fitted grips..
The Buckmark belongs to my wife, nice gun but she finds it a bit more ammo sensitive than the Ruger...( I haven't cleaned that in a while, so I don't remember how it is to put back together)
On another note, there are nice 22 revolvers that are fun for target shooting...
even some relatively less expensive ones, that may be the way to go for a starter gun.
Probably a good idea would be to go to a store that has a range and rents guns to see which gun is most comfortable to you.
 
There's a learning curve to dis and reassembly of the Ruger Mark pistols, no doubt about that. But, it can be learned, if you WANT to learn how to do it, bad enough. Repetition will teach anyone the various sequences to get these pistols completely disassembled and then back together without the cat needing to plug its ears.
Why would you want to learn how to do all that? Because there's a plethora of aftermarket parts for these pistols to make them operate much better than, "as factory". Also, no matter what anyone claims, you can not get the internals completely cleaned of collected gunk in the nooks and crannies that these pistols provide. The ONLY way to accomplish that, is by complete disassembly.

These are GREAT pistols that can be made even better by using proper maintenance techniques, tuning and smoothing and then, a few aftermarket parts.

 
Having shot / owned both, I am going to dissent from the group and advocate for the Ruger over the Buckmark. I've had several Rugers including a first gen vintage early 50's. All have been perfectly reliable and reasonably accurate. Very few can hold better than the Rugers will shoot. If you are one who can, then you need budget well over a $1,000 and go Hammerli, Pardini, etc. or a Smith 41.

the only downside to the Ruger is field stripping. Before buying, have the salesman show you how to field strip it and then TRY IT YOURSELF to both strip down and then re-assemble.
 
the only downside to the Ruger is field stripping. Before buying, have the salesman show you how to field strip it and then TRY IT YOURSELF to both strip down and then re-assemble.
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I think the odds of the salesman being able to quickly field strip one is pretty slim. Also, I'm not sure I would want to buy a gun from a shop that would let a gun rookie strip down and re-assemble a new gun, not buy it and leave it for another customer.
 
IMHO, way too much conversation surrounds the dis-assembly/assemble of the RugerBMk pistols for two reasons:

1 - you can easily shoot an entire 900 Bulls-eye course every week for an entire season without having to worry about field-stripping it. Just a drop or two of your favorite lube on the bolt will usually keep it running well.

2 - Occasional dis-assembly/assembly is not time-consuming nor difficult at all as long as you read and follow the instructions that came with the gun. This is where some people get tripped up:D

There's a good reason why the Ruger Mk's have been in production so long. They tend to be well-made, all metal, very reliable with many 22LR cartridges, and extremely accurate. Plus, many after-market suppliers offer oodles of options if you so desire.
 
1 - you can easily shoot an entire 900 Bulls-eye course every week for an entire season without having to worry about field-stripping it. Just a drop or two of your favorite lube on the bolt will usually keep it running well.
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Very true. My Mark II ran very well when dirty, even in cold Minnesota weather. Before I head out I just add a drop or 2 of FP-10 to the bolt and always one on the extractor. Keeps the fouling loose. Most rimfires like light oil applied often.
 
I brought up the matter of field stripping and I stick by it. I agree that the Rugers can go a long time without needing to do this but you will sooner or later. The lack of need to do this regularly only contributes to the problem of re-assembly because you get rusty at the technique.

I don't see this a reason to not get the Ruger, but one needs to be aware that it's likely by far the most annoying of the .22's to re-assemble.
 
Today I bought the browning buckmark. I know everyone was waiting in suspense. :D

Thanks for all the help everyone.
 
I have 2 SR-22's and they run great for me! I do not like the trigger what so ever but for target shooting/plinking it's ok. Someone mentioned the S&W Victory and that looks like it may be a winner reading what users have said about it. Interested in a revolver at all? I have a S&W 617 and 317 and love em! The 617 holds 10 rounds and the 317 8 rounds. Ruger makes the SP-101 in a 22LR and the LCR has a 22LR model as well.
 
Buckmarks are popular for a reason. They work. Decent trigger, accurate and reliable. My son shoots one in Scholastic Action Shooting Sports. His squad holds back to back state championships. One kid shot a M&P...it puked at nationals and the backup ruger came out. His has about 5000 rounds.

The victory is probably an UPGRADE from the ruger / buckmark with smoother action and nicer trigger. Mags are scarce now, reliability tbd. But the one on the team shoot laser like accuracy.
 
Buchmark or Ruger Mk I,II or III (with the standard grip frame) would be my choice. Solid pick with the Browning,;) skinny barrel Rugers are my personal favorite.
 
I've owned a Ruger Mk II Stainless Bull Barrel for years. I attempted to disassemble it once and had to take it to a gunsmith for reassembly. It is perfectly reliable and extremely accurate. Many years ago I used it for squirrel and rabbit hunting - great fun. :D
 
brought up the matter of field stripping and I stick by it. I agree that the Rugers can go a long time without needing to do this but you will sooner or later. The lack of need to do this regularly only contributes to the problem of re-assembly because you get rusty at the technique.

I don't see this a reason to not get the Ruger, but one needs to be aware that it's likely by far the most annoying of the .22's to re-assemble.
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You are spot on.
 
ruger sr22 is fun, handy & reliable. i have to come up with an excuse to not bring it to the range.


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If you're looking for a target pistol, check out the Smith and Wesson 22A. I've shot several of them and they're UNBELIEVABLY accurate. It's almost boring how easy they are to shoot. You're talking dime sized groups all day with good sights and zero recoil.
 
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