Model 22 (45 ACP)

gerhard1 · #1 07-26-2020, 01:16 PM

Having had this particular wheelgun for several years now, I decided to give you nice folks my impression of it.

Here is a stock picture of it from the IMFDb:

Mine differs only in the presence of plainclothes Magna stocks and a T-grip adapter.

It is an N-frame S&W in 45 Auto with a 4" barrel and loads with either moonclips or with the 45 Auto Rim (AR) cartridges. 45 AR is ballistically identical to the 45 Auto rounds but instead of being rimless, it has an ultra-thick rim allowing for proper headspacing. Personally, I use the moonclips. They are quite fast to reload with and also prevent the cases from scattering all over the place.

A fair description of it could be that it is a 4" version of the M1917 wheelgun from WWI. I have the 'new' 5 1/2" (Model of 1917) version of it as well. Both this handgun and the new '1917' version are +P-rated. Unfortunately, S&W dropped their new Model 22 from the production line several years back. I forget the exact date I acquired them but it was after 2005 and before 2008.

The other day, I took it out to my range and gave it a workout. About 70-80 rounds went downrange and the gun handled well. Most, in fact, almost all of them were close range hip shots and the paper man was killed as dead as could be. The DA pull on this gun was quite good coming from the factory which is unusual, as many, if not most of this particular model as well as the M-1917 already referred to, had totally ****** triggers. Mine is good in that regard but the M-1917 produced around the same time, was not and my gunsmith had to do quite a bit of work on it before it was good.

I had an interesting encounter on my way to the range. I stopped and looked at some construction work and one of the local police chiefs happened by. I took the opportunity to show him my setup and he seemed to be favorably impressed with what he saw but suggested that I add some height to the berm, saying that if someone shot there who did not shoot well, it could be a problem. He also showed me the method of close-range hip or point shooting that the police are being taught here. It is basically a version of what refer to as the old speed-rock where the gun is held quite close to the body. It is no doubt familiar to many of you.

Anyway, back to the Model 22--if someone likes wheelguns and wants to carry a 45 ACP, this would be a good selection. It is rugged, and shoots a good combat-proven cartridge. I love mine.

joespapa · #2 07-26-2020, 01:29 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by gerhard1

Having had this particular wheelgun for several years now, I decided to give you nice folks my impression of it.

Here is a stock picture of it from the IMFDb:

Mine differs only in the presence of plainclothes Magna stocks and a T-grip adapter.

It is an N-frame S&W in 45 Auto with a 4" barrel and loads with either moonclips or with the 45 Auto Rim (AR) cartridges. 45 AR is ballistically identical to the 45 Auto rounds but instead of being rimless, it has an ultra-thick rim allowing for proper headspacing. Personally, I use the moonclips. They are quite fast to reload with and also prevent the cases from scattering all over the place.

A fair description of it could be that it is a 4" version of the M1917 wheelgun from WWI. I have the 'new' 5 1/2" (Model of 1917) version of it as well. Both this handgun and the new '1917' version are +P-rated. Unfortunately, S&W dropped their new Model 22 from the production line several years back. I forget the exact date I acquired them but it was after 2005 and before 2008.

The other day, I took it out to my range and gave it a workout. About 70-80 rounds went downrange and the gun handled well. Most, in fact, almost all of them were close range hip shots and the paper man was killed as dead as could be. The DA pull on this gun was quite good coming from the factory which is unusual, as many, if not most of this particular model as well as the M-1917 already referred to, had totally ****** triggers. Mine is good in that regard but the M-1917 produced around the same time, was not and my gunsmith had to do quite a bit of work on it before it was good.

I had an interesting encounter on my way to the range. I stopped and looked at some construction work and one of the local police chiefs happened by. I took the opportunity to show him my setup and he seemed to be favorably impressed with what he saw but suggested that I add some height to the berm, saying that if someone shot there who did not shoot well, it could be a problem. He also showed me the method of close-range hip or point shooting that the police are being taught here. It is basically a version of what refer to as the old speed-rock where the gun is held quite close to the body. It is no doubt familiar to many of you.

Anyway, back to the Model 22--if someone likes wheelguns and wants to carry a 45 ACP, this would be a good selection. It is rugged, and shoots a good combat-proven cartridge. I love mine.

If you’ve had experience with the 625, which do you prefer?

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SLT223 · #3 07-26-2020, 01:33 PM

i have one of these as well. one detail ill add is that it is light for caliber especially compared to a full lug 625. heavy loads in the gun, even with target stocks, helps me realize this.

biku324 · #4 07-26-2020, 01:50 PM

If a 4" Model 22 had been offered in 1964, there might never have been a Model 58 or a 41 Magnum. They are light enough to carry, fast to reload, and even 1960s 45 ACP would have been just fine for reliable stopping power.

I see a nickled version of yours on an auction site with a required 'bid' of $1350. 🙂

Toyman · #5 07-26-2020, 05:48 PM

Here is my 22-4. Mine has the TRR serial number for Thunder Ranch but does not have the logo. I shoot mine with 230 grain FMJ in moon clips. I added some Pachmayrs instead of the magnas shown.

Dave from Pa · #6 07-26-2020, 07:52 PM

I have one of the Thunder Ranch guns. Shoots very well Single action/Double action is clean and very manageable. Right before the pandemic hit police supply shop near me took a bunch of 45 GAP Pistols from a department on trade along with all the ammo. There was quite a lot of lawman 230 grain FMJ.I bought two cases of GAP ammo for $160 a case. It shoots the GAP ammo very well and I was surprised how snappy it is. Good alternative for plinking ammo in a big bore caliber.

rincar · #7 07-26-2020, 07:53 PM

I have the one with the case hardened frame. I have not shot it very much. It did shoot well when I did shoot it several years ago.

Roberto Renauld · #8 07-26-2020, 08:01 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by gerhard1

Having had this particular wheelgun for several years now, I decided to give you nice folks my impression of it.

Here is a stock picture of it from the IMFDb:

Mine differs only in the presence of plainclothes Magna stocks and a T-grip adapter.

It is an N-frame S&W in 45 Auto with a 4" barrel and loads with either moonclips or with the 45 Auto Rim (AR) cartridges. 45 AR is ballistically identical to the 45 Auto rounds but instead of being rimless, it has an ultra-thick rim allowing for proper headspacing. Personally, I use the moonclips. They are quite fast to reload with and also prevent the cases from scattering all over the place.

A fair description of it could be that it is a 4" version of the M1917 wheelgun from WWI. I have the 'new' 5 1/2" (Model of 1917) version of it as well. Both this handgun and the new '1917' version are +P-rated. Unfortunately, S&W dropped their new Model 22 from the production line several years back. I forget the exact date I acquired them but it was after 2005 and before 2008.

The other day, I took it out to my range and gave it a workout. About 70-80 rounds went downrange and the gun handled well. Most, in fact, almost all of them were close range hip shots and the paper man was killed as dead as could be. The DA pull on this gun was quite good coming from the factory which is unusual, as many, if not most of this particular model as well as the M-1917 already referred to, had totally ****** triggers. Mine is good in that regard but the M-1917 produced around the same time, was not and my gunsmith had to do quite a bit of work on it before it was good.

I had an interesting encounter on my way to the range. I stopped and looked at some construction work and one of the local police chiefs happened by. I took the opportunity to show him my setup and he seemed to be favorably impressed with what he saw but suggested that I add some height to the berm, saying that if someone shot there who did not shoot well, it could be a problem. He also showed me the method of close-range hip or point shooting that the police are being taught here. It is basically a version of what refer to as the old speed-rock where the gun is held quite close to the body. It is no doubt familiar to many of you.

Anyway, back to the Model 22--if someone likes wheelguns and wants to carry a 45 ACP, this would be a good selection. It is rugged, and shoots a good combat-proven cartridge. I love mine.

A+ Awesome gun!!! Congratulations you have a very unusual .45ACP revolver!!!

I like this gun very much, it is sad to know that S&W is not manufacturing it any more!!!
Regards
RR

StrawHat · #9 07-26-2020, 09:28 PM

I converted a Model 28-2 to handle the 45 ACP cartridge back in the 80s. At that time, it was in my opinion, the best revolver a cop could carry. Unfortunately it was not offered by the factory. Fast forward to the 21st century and the Model 22-4 is offered with a 4” barrel, a reinforced extractor rod and fixed sights. Everything a cop needed and nothing else! A little fancier is the Model 625-6, 45 ACP Mountain Gun.

I have two of the 4”, Model 22-4s, one of the Mountain Guns, one of the 5 1/2” Model 22-4s and my old converted Model 28-2. Nothing wrong with any of them!

Kevin

StrawHat · #10 07-26-2020, 09:32 PM

One or another of the 4” revolvers is my EDC. My holster is styled after one offered by A W Brill.

Kevin

rockquarry · #11 07-26-2020, 09:47 PM

I bought a new 22-4 about fifteen years ago, not long after they became available, I think. I had already purchased new 625s (3" and 5") some years before that. All have been fired extensively and all are great cast bullet shooters. Other than barrel length (I prefer the 4" of the 22-4), I don't think any of the three really offer anything over the others.

I've used ACP rounds in all the guns, but much prefer Auto Rim brass. Far less trouble and you don't need the clutter and gadgetry of clips, loaders, and unloaders.

BigMuddy · #12 07-26-2020, 09:53 PM

I got a nickel 22-4 in March of this year. It has become not only my favorite S&W, but probably my favorite double action revolver. I really never expected to like it as much as I do. I’ve probably put close to 1500 rounds through it in that time. Just can’t say enough good about the 22-4.

My best friend and brother showed me one at a gun show in February. He asked what I thought as he was already looking at a NIB M58. I told him I thought he’d shoot the 45 more. He bought the M22, after which I told him had he not grabbed it I would have. He made it his mission to find another for me. A few weeks later he sent me a link to one online for the same price as his. Now we both have one of these great guns and he feels the same way about his.

I’ve mentioned before, but adding the RIMZ moon clips made it much more fun to shoot. Wish I’d found them before buying a mooner/demooner tool and steel clips.

Smith would do well to bring these back.

Dan

Toyman · #13 07-26-2020, 09:59 PM

The 22-4 I have was listed on Nevada Shooters and did not get much traffic. The seller lower the price to where I thought I better buy it and did.
Very nice shape and very clean.

SLT223 · #14 07-26-2020, 10:04 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Toyman

Here is my 22-4. Mine has the TRR serial number for Thunder Ranch but does not have the logo. I shoot mine with 230 grain FMJ in moon clips. I added some Pachmayrs instead of the magnas shown.

Are those Keith Brown stock?

Toyman · #15 07-26-2020, 10:08 PM

Keith Brown showed those grips on this forum several years ago. I contacted him about purchasing them he did them for his own use but would contact me if he wanted to sell them. Some time later he advised he would sell them and I purchased them. They are RedHeart with pre war style checking and post war medallions. They were crafted to fit post war N grip frame.

hkcavalier · #16 07-27-2020, 01:36 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by biku324

If a 4" Model 22 had been offered in 1964, there might never have been a Model 58 or a 41 Magnum. They are light enough to carry, fast to reload, and even 1960s 45 ACP would have been just fine for reliable stopping power.

I see a nickled version of yours on an auction site with a required 'bid' of $1350. 🙂

Some of the old school LEOs might shed some light, but I think back then .45ACP was just not done as a LE cartridge in most of America.

Or there were just too many cheap old 1917s to make a new, similar gun all that viable.

gerhard1 · #17 08-15-2020, 10:49 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by joespapa

If you’ve had experience with the 625, which do you prefer?

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Sorry for the late reply.

It's actually a mixed bag. I qualified with and carried a 625 (among other guns) when I was a PI in Kansas, so I am familiar with it, and I liked the stainless steel, but the action on the 625, while it was good in mine, was not as good as the one in my 4" Model 22.

And that is strange because most of the actions of the 22's that came from the factory had abysmal trigger pulls. Mine was one of the relatively few exceptrions.

I also have another Model 22 with a 5 1/2" barrel that is a dead ringer for the 1917 of WWI fame. That one really gave me problems, as I could not count on it going 'bang' when I fired it. That one went to two gunsmihs one of whom finally mostly fixed the problem. It had a very rough action which was what I took it to the first smith for and all he seemed to have done was to lighten the trigger pull by bending the mainspring.

So, my experiences with S&W 45 ACP wheelguns has been a mixed bag.

StrawHat · #18 08-15-2020, 04:45 PM

gerhard, joespapa and others,

My experiences with S&W ACP revolvers is a bit different. I have them that span nearly 100 years of manufacturing but the question is about the late model, short actions so I will address those.

Quote:

Originally Posted by gerhard1

... It's actually a mixed bag. I qualified with and carried a 625 (among other guns) when I was a PI in Kansas, so I am familiar with it, and I liked the stainless steel, but the action on the 625, while it was good in mine, was not as good as the one in my 4" Model 22...

I agree, the action on the three Model 22-4s that I own and the probably 14-18 others that I have handled, is superior to the Model 625-6 Mountain Gun that I have and other 625s I have handled. I would add that the Model 22-4, as a class, has one of the best actions I have seen from S&W in a long time.

Quote:

Originally Posted by gerhard1

... And that is strange because most of the actions of the 22's that came from the factory had abysmal trigger pulls. Mine was one of the relatively few exceptrions...

As I mentioned above I have handled nearly two dozen Model 22-4s and they have all had better than average triggers from the factory.

Quote:

Originally Posted by gerhard1

... I also have another Model 22 with a 5 1/2" barrel that is a dead ringer for the 1917 of WWI fame. That one really gave me problems, as I could not count on it going 'bang' when I fired it. That one went to two gunsmihs one of whom finally mostly fixed the problem. It had a very rough action which was what I took it to the first smith for and all he seemed to have done was to lighten the trigger pull by bending the mainspring...

Sorry to hear that. Glad it was finally resolved to your satisfaction.

Quote:

Originally Posted by gerhard1

... So, my experiences with S&W 45 ACP wheelguns has been a mixed bag.

And mine, fortunately, have been pretty good. Everyone has different luck and expectations.

Kevin

BigMuddy · #19 08-15-2020, 05:02 PM

Nowhere near Kevin’s experience here but the two 22-4’s I’ve handled have great actions and triggers.

Dan

clang444 · #20 08-15-2020, 05:18 PM

Nice Gun OP.

Here is my pre-war commercial 1917 that someone cut the barrel down to 4".

Looks like someone was ahead of his times...

StrawHat · #21 08-15-2020, 06:32 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by clang444

...Here is my pre-war commercial 1917 that someone cut the barrel down to 4".

Looks like someone was ahead of his times...

Depends on when the cut was made. What I find interesting is the reuse of the factory front sight and the front sight boss. That took a bit of skill to transplant it.

Mine is a bit different.

Kevin

Tex1001 · #22 08-15-2020, 08:58 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by clang444

Here is my pre-war commercial 1917 that someone cut the barrel down to 4".
Looks like someone was ahead of his times...

I found a Brazilian 1917 that was cut down to 4" for super cheap. No one wanted it because it was "Altered". It now wears Crimson Trace grips. My wife claimed it as hers:

sodacan · #23 08-15-2020, 09:12 PM

I am a huge fan of 45acp revolvers and would love to one of those.

Mike, SC Hunter · #24 08-15-2020, 10:59 PM

I have one like yours and really like it. Have 45acp mtn gun and a couple of full lug 625's in 45 acp. Smith made GREAT revolvers in 45acp.

DeplorabusUnum · #25 08-16-2020, 12:39 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by gerhard1

Having had this particular wheelgun for several years now, I decided to give you nice folks my impression of it.

Here is a stock picture of it from the IMFDb:

Mine differs only in the presence of plainclothes Magna stocks and a T-grip adapter.

It is an N-frame S&W in 45 Auto with a 4" barrel and loads with either moonclips or with the 45 Auto Rim (AR) cartridges. 45 AR is ballistically identical to the 45 Auto rounds but instead of being rimless, it has an ultra-thick rim allowing for proper headspacing. Personally, I use the moonclips. They are quite fast to reload with and also prevent the cases from scattering all over the place.

A fair description of it could be that it is a 4" version of the M1917 wheelgun from WWI. I have the 'new' 5 1/2" (Model of 1917) version of it as well. Both this handgun and the new '1917' version are +P-rated. Unfortunately, S&W dropped their new Model 22 from the production line several years back. I forget the exact date I acquired them but it was after 2005 and before 2008.

The other day, I took it out to my range and gave it a workout. About 70-80 rounds went downrange and the gun handled well. Most, in fact, almost all of them were close range hip shots and the paper man was killed as dead as could be. The DA pull on this gun was quite good coming from the factory which is unusual, as many, if not most of this particular model as well as the M-1917 already referred to, had totally ****** triggers. Mine is good in that regard but the M-1917 produced around the same time, was not and my gunsmith had to do quite a bit of work on it before it was good.

I had an interesting encounter on my way to the range. I stopped and looked at some construction work and one of the local police chiefs happened by. I took the opportunity to show him my setup and he seemed to be favorably impressed with what he saw but suggested that I add some height to the berm, saying that if someone shot there who did not shoot well, it could be a problem. He also showed me the method of close-range hip or point shooting that the police are being taught here. It is basically a version of what refer to as the old speed-rock where the gun is held quite close to the body. It is no doubt familiar to many of you.

Anyway, back to the Model 22--if someone likes wheelguns and wants to carry a 45 ACP, this would be a good selection. It is rugged, and shoots a good combat-proven cartridge. I love mine.

... I want one now!

clang444 · #26 08-16-2020, 10:52 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by StrawHat

Depends on when the cut was made. What I find interesting is the reuse of the factory front sight and the front sight boss. That took a bit of skill to transplant it.

Mine is a bit different.

Kevin

Not difficult at all. You cut it off, file the bottom flat, file a flat on the barrel where you want it, and braze it on. I did this one:

StrawHat · #27 08-16-2020, 08:09 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by clang444

Not difficult at all. You cut it off, file the bottom flat, file a flat on the barrel where you want it, and braze it on. I did this one:

Yes, it has been done and usually with telltale braze lines or similar. The one I mentioned seemed seamless. Not normally seen.

Kevin

clang444 · #28 08-16-2020, 08:13 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by StrawHat

Yes, it has been done and usually with telltale braze lines or similar. The one I mentioned seemed seamless. Not normally seen.

Kevin

The one you mentioned is mine too. It’s just the angle of the photo and some cold blue. Otherwise they are the same.

rhm0351 · #29 08-19-2020, 11:20 AM

I've had mine for quite a few years, and carry it in this elephant-trimmed J.W. O'Rourke inside the pants holster. One of these days I'm going to try some 255gr. hard cast Auto Rim in it.

BigMuddy · #30 08-19-2020, 11:51 AM

I’ve shot 255’s loaded in a.c.p. brass in my M22. They shot well but POI was high for me. I like the idea though.

My gun shoots jacketed bullets very well, and also with “some” lead bullets. I have tried a few lead projectiles that have been horrible. Noticed a pretty big lead build up in the forcing cone. After a good cleaning I could see the forcing cone was very rough. I cut to 11 degrees and polished it smooth. So far I’m seeing some improvement with different lead rounds. More testing to come, but the lead build up is greatly reduced so far.

Dan

rockquarry · #31 08-19-2020, 12:38 PM

I've tried the Lyman #454424 SWC, about 255-260 grains in .45 ACP revolvers. As I recall, accuracy was good, but with significant recoil and my handloads weren't particularly heavy. I can't imagine what advantage there would be to using such heavy bullets over somewhat lighter ones that don't punish the shooter.

BigMuddy · #32 08-20-2020, 12:37 AM

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Originally Posted by rockquarry

I've tried the Lyman #454424 SWC, about 255-260 grains in .45 ACP revolvers. As I recall, accuracy was good, but with significant recoil and my handloads weren't particularly heavy. I can't imagine what advantage there would be to using such heavy bullets over somewhat lighter ones that don't punish the shooter.

No advantage unless you’re shooting at critters. 😎

Dan

Sandman4delta · #33 12-10-2020, 05:54 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Toyman

Here is my 22-4. Mine has the TRR serial number for Thunder Ranch but does not have the logo. I shoot mine with 230 grain FMJ in moon clips. I added some Pachmayrs instead of the magnas shown.

Very nice, I am looking for a nickel one to add to my rack.
That's interesting about the serial number.
I was not aware that they had produced any with the TRR prefix that were not blued.
I have two blue ones, one under TRR180 and one above TRR2060.

Ya never know what tidbit of info may pop up here.

Sistema1927 · #34 12-10-2020, 11:52 AM

I also have a TR 22-4. The nice thing about the .45 Thunder Ranch guns is that other than the serial number, the only nod to Thunder Ranch is the grips. On the .44 Special TR guns they added gaudy gold markings on the starboard side. Another plus with the .45 is that it shipped with a very nice green cordura case, even though the box was plain cardboard. The case is large enough to carry the pistol, some loaded moon clips, and is also big enough that my moon/demoon tool fits as well.

I don't mind the grips on my revolver, and added a T-Grip. One day I might put some stags on it.

Some of the early TR .45's had the wrong size front sight, but mine came with one that appears just right for 230 grain ammo and they print POA at 7 yards.

Groo01 · #35 12-10-2020, 12:15 PM

Groo here
I have a "few" 45acp revolvers.
The M-22 is a true and righteous "Fighting Revolver" [like the m10/13 and the M-58]
Every thing you "need" nothing you don't...
Tuff ,reliable , hard hitting,and lighter, but not an easer to damage target gun.
Wish mine was a RB though.[easer to fit grips to my hand]
My using guns tend to be SS or a non-rusting finish so I changer
to a TR m-325 ,, missed out on a Nightguard......
45acp has enough powder for most things, but if needed +p 250gr will mimic the 45colt and 45 super will come close to mid range 44 mag or heavy 44spec [aka Skeeter load]

Toyman · #36 12-10-2020, 01:03 PM

Sandman4delta; The nickel one I own is TRR 21XX.

StrawHat · #37 12-10-2020, 08:13 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Groo01

Groo here
I have a "few" 45acp revolvers.
The M-22 is a true and righteous "Fighting Revolver" [like the m10/13 and the M-58]
Every thing you "need" nothing you don't...
Tuff ,reliable , hard hitting,and lighter, but not an easer to damage target gun.
Wish mine was a RB though.[easer to fit grips to my hand]
My using guns tend to be SS or a non-rusting finish so I changer
to a TR m-325 ,, missed out on a Nightguard......
45acp has enough powder for most things, but if needed +p 250gr will mimic the 45colt and 45 super will come close to mid range 44 mag or heavy 44spec [aka Skeeter load]

For a round butt, consider the Model 625-6 Mountain Gun but it has adjustable sights. The are some “fixed” sights that are designed to replace adjustable sights. Or consider having the Model 22-4 rounded. Here is a Model 28-2 I round butted back in the 80s. Also a Model 625 MG that wears a pair of rb/sb conversion stocks I built for it.

Kevin

gerhard1 · #38 12-12-2020, 01:55 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by gerhard1

Sorry for the late reply.

It's actually a mixed bag. I qualified with and carried a 625 (among other guns) when I was a PI in Kansas, so I am familiar with it, and I liked the stainless steel, but the action on the 625, while it was good in mine, was not as good as the one in my 4" Model 22.

And that is strange because most of the actions of the 22's that came from the factory had abysmal trigger pulls. Mine was one of the relatively few exceptions.

I also have another Model 22 with a 5 1/2" barrel that is a dead ringer for the 1917 of WWI fame. That one really gave me problems, as I could not count on it going 'bang' when I fired it. That one went to two gunsmihs one of whom finally mostly fixed the problem. It had a very rough action which was what I took it to the first smith for and all he seemed to have done was to lighten the trigger pull by bending the mainspring.

So, my experiences with S&W 45 ACP wheelguns has been a mixed bag.

Here is my problem child.

As long as I don't shoot stuff with hard primers, it does all right. It is soon going to my gunsmith for a longer firing pin.

StrawHat · #39 12-19-2020, 07:30 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by gerhard1

...Here is my problem child...

gerhard1,

I see the problem. Just box it up and send it to me!

Kevin

Pig Hunter · #40 12-19-2020, 01:58 PM

I got a 22-4 barrel from the factory to put on a Brazilian from the first shipment. With heavy loads i did get some bullet creep. Later tried the same load in my 628-8 and no creep. That demonstrates the big difference in the weight of the two. I also changed the front sight on the 22-4 barrel, very easy to do and made it much easier to get a good sight picture.

StrawHat · #41 12-20-2020, 08:03 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Pig Hunter

I got a 22-4 barrel from the factory to put on a Brazilian from the first shipment. With heavy loads i did get some bullet creep. Later tried the same load in my 628-8 and no creep. That demonstrates the big difference in the weight of the two. I also changed the front sight on the 22-4 barrel, very easy to do and made it much easier to get a good sight picture.

Would like to see pictures.

Kevin

gerhard1 · #42 02-04-2021, 09:51 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by gerhard1

Here is my problem child.

As long as I don't shoot stuff with hard primers, it does all right. It is soon going to my gunsmith for a longer firing pin.

I have yet to shoot my problem child since its' visit to the gunsmith but I plan to do it very soon weather permitting.

BlackAgnes · #43 02-04-2021, 11:31 AM

I have posted this before--my homage to the 1917 used in The Raiders of the Lost Ark...

Tim

gunsnrovers · #44 02-04-2021, 07:57 PM

Picked up this Thunder Ranch M22 a few years ago. I did plug the lock and added the SDM front sight. The Altamont Ropers are new. Trying them out to see how they do vs the magna and t-grip I have used until now.

Wonderful shooting companion for my Brazilian 1937 and Colt 1917.

Preferred carry leather

StrawHat · #45 02-05-2021, 06:43 AM

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Originally Posted by gunsnrovers

...Picked up this Thunder Ranch M22 a few years ago. I did plug the lock and added the SDM front sight. The Altamont Ropers are new. Trying them out to see how they do vs the magna and t-grip I have used until now...

A Model 22-4 is always good! Hope the Ropers work out for you.

Kevin

gerhard1 · #46 02-05-2021, 04:08 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by gerhard1

Here is my problem child.

As long as I don't shoot stuff with hard primers, it does all right. It is soon going to my gunsmith for a longer firing pin.

After a trip to the gunsmith in Stillwater, the function has greatly improved. 48 rounds of the WWB stuff went through with no issues.

SPDguns is a member here and he does good work.

Baltimoreed11754 · #47 02-05-2021, 04:37 PM

Here’s my Thunder Ranch in stags. It had to go back to Smith to have the bbl turned a bit. Shoots ok now.