"It seems strange that you see some of the little Berettas in .22 short with the extended barrel, but you don't see that in the .22 LR guns. "

I've got both the standard & long barrel 950's in .22 short. Was disappointed to find out they never made a long barrel version of the .25 acp either.

I'd like to have collected long and short barrel versions in all three calibers.

My little 950's have been surprisingly dependable with a wide range of .22 short ammo. Amazing for such a short, stubby rimmed cartidge and no extractor. If you take your time, they are pretty accurate even with the vestigal sights.