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Originally Posted by cockerpoodle2
I am looking for an alloy (AirLite) .22 revolver to use for inexpensive practice. I carry an AirWeight 442 in .38sp. Does anybody know if the Model 317 and the 43C models have any problem with "hyper-velocity" ammo (CCI Stinger i.e.) My 442 is an old dog that can't handle +P's so it makes me wonder.
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Welcome! I think any modern .22 S & W revolver is fine with any ammo, but accuracy will be variable based on an individual gun. If you buy a 317 or 43C, try several brands and types of .22s and see which yours likes. If the goal of the .22 is cheaper trigger time any round will do; if you're looking to duplicate .38 recoil for practice I don't think Stingers will quite do that.
Also, your 442 is fine for +P in limited quantities. It will accelerate wear, but the gun will not blow you or itself up. Practice with target or standard loads 98% of the time, then remind yourself how much the hot loads cost and recoil every so often.