22mag revolver feedback

[cjcutter1]

I've decided I need a 22mag double action Smith I've never run across a used model. I have a Ruger single six with 22mag cylinder and a Savage model 93 so I need a double action version. Not a fan of the lock my only lock version is my 617 so what's the thought on the 351,48,648 thanks. It would be plinking woods walking defensive a 48 4" would be great but the 351c looks pretty sweet too. A mate to my 642 thanks!

 

[SAFireman]

I think the 651 4" is probably your best bet. I have a 351c and while it is a joy to carry, it is no target gun. It has the big dot front sight and the trigger pull is not what you want on a target gun.

Be prepared to drop 800-1000 for a nice 651. If you want the 2" version, hold on to your wallet, they are bringing $1500 or better.

Even during the ammo shortages (2008 and now), I can still find plenty of 22 Mag. There are some really neat Speer Gold Dot short barrel self defense loads that look pretty good on paper.

 

[cjcutter1]

I think the 651 4" is probably your best bet. I have a 351c and while it is a joy to carry, it is no target gun. It has the big dot front sight and the trigger pull is not what you want on a target gun.

Be prepared to drop 800-1000 for a nice 651. If you want the 2" version, hold on to your wallet, they are bringing $1500 or better.

Even during the ammo shortages (2008 and now), I can still find plenty of 22 Mag. There are some really neat Speer Gold Dot short barrel self defense loads that look pretty good on paper.

Yes I've been able to find 22mag around here when all else is wiped out. Called local shop no used or jframes just a nib 48 6" for $860 and he usually has a bit of everything hiding in his shop. I'd have to think about that since my single six is a 5 1/2" id really prefer a 4" if I went that route.

 

[DTH]

Take a look at the model 51. I have one and love it

 

[cjcutter1]

The price on 651 ouch!

 

[22hipower]

Probably can't go wrong with any of those you're considering. I had a 351C but got rid of it after one trip to the range. Terrible trigger and I couldn't hit much of anything with it at any distance. The 651 is good but I think your initial leaning towards a 48 4 inch is where I would go. A little bigger, a little heavier, but for me anyway, much more accurate at longer range than the 351C or 651 and easy to carry. The IL wouldn't bother me a bit either for a range and woods gun and one of the 648s or a Classic would be fine. A 4 inch 8 shot 648 would be great if you could find one; 648s seem to be obvious by there absence on the S&W website. Frankly I'd buy whichever of the 48/648 versions I found for the best price. Here are two of my favorites. Good luck.

Jeff
SWCA #1457

 

[Sgt911]

I bought a new 48 6" and it is beautiful despite the lock. The lock is not as noticeable to me with blued guns. It is very accurate and the trigger is really good. Double action shooting is smooth. I would not call it a woods gun, if I brought in the woods I would have it in a case. A 351 seems to be a better choice.

 

[cjcutter1]

The price is right on the 48 6" classic as opposed to any others I've seen or looked at on web and it's available just it's 6" that's what's holding me up.

 

[deno56]

Not Smith, but great shooter. I picked up a Ruger LCRX 3in 22 mag. Sat.
$500.00

 

[BAM-BAM]

Not Smith, but great shooter. I picked up a Ruger LCRX 3in 22 mag. Sat.
$500.00

UCK!!!!!!!

FWIW; IMHO the .22mag is a varmint hunting round best out of a 16-20" rifle.....you can pick up 800 to 1100 fps....... over a 4" revolver

 

[mikerjf]

My general call on rimfire revolvers is, avoid DAO (like the 351C).

Rimfire revolvers generally have such tough triggers that SA is a worthwhile option.

 

[mtgianni]

My feelings are that if you have a K frame 22 mag the single six would not get shot much. So.........sell it after you get the 6" 48.

 

[needsmostuff]

If truly destined to be less a range gun and more of a walk-about plinker
I would search for a "experienced" model 51.
Often under the common radar a finish challenged one can be found quite affordably.
This one has worn out a few holsters but is a remarkable shooter for a J frame. For me a 3 1/2 inch barrel is about the minimum I want for 22 mag.
Couple of grip options ,minimal to man-sized make it versatile and the finish wear will disappear in a Simply Rugged pancake .

 

[Bhfromme]

A 3" Model 317 gets my vote

 

[dave1918a2]

I have a new 48 6 inch that I got in trade. Trigger was horrible until I installed a lock delete from the gentleman who posts here. Precision I think. Installed the lock delete and the trigger changed dramatically. Almost as good as My 53 vintage K22. 22 mag is hard to find here and if I could find a 351 I would not hesitate to carry it.

 

[KalamazooKid]

While I love my 48-4 long tube for targets, ground hogs, etc, I want to add a 4" as it'd be a great companion in the woods (and a lot easier to carry!).

 

[ken158]

If you want to shoot an accurate 22 mag then get a K frame. If you want to make lots of noise with so-so accuracy the J frame will work.

 

[BigBill]

I have a marlin 780 in 22 wmr. Scoped my misses put ten rounds in the x ring at 100 yds.

 

[Bhfromme]

The 317 is long rifle, my bad. For woods plinking I'd go with the 351. In my opinion a 4" 48 would be too much gun to take traipsing around in the woods all day

 

[kenjen]

A 22 mag out of a revolver is not that much better then some hipper velocity 22 long rifle like CCI stingers, to much is lost between the cylinder and barrel. as stated above best used in a rifle, I have 2 revolvers that will shoot both and other then the wow factor with the mags I very rarely shoot them, but they turn into a 150yd. rimfire in a rifle.