Been looking to buy a 22 pistol for target and just fun shooting. I'm not an expert at shooting but want a gun I won't out grow. Been looking at the Ruger Mark III and the Smith & Wesson 22a. I have read about the cleaning nightmares of the Mark III, I'm not scared. I don't know enough about either to make up my mind and I'm looking for help. This is my first post on the website. I have looked around some and like what I see. Thanks for helping.