does a man really need a .22 caliber revolver?

[Don Dineen]

In regards to a .22 revolver. Although it is nice to have one around, I no longer keep a .22 LR. I found the early M18-4" was a great shooting weapon, but it is heavy. The M63 was a nice carry gun for camping, but between three of them I had none would shoot as well as the heavy M18 and I just couldn't hit with any of them. Currently I have a Taurus .22 Magnum, just because we all "need" a rimfire. Except I can't work up enough steam to shoot it. Earlier this year I gave one to a friend just because I had never shot it in two years. Then like an Idiot I bought another one. I think a .38 Spl M15/67 or a M19/66 would make a better gun in a gun fight or survival situation. The current semi-auto S&W turned me off when they came out. The first one I ordered for my store was broken as it came in. I never ordered another one for sale. The older M422/622 were great shooting pistols. If S&W still made those I'd be inclined to have one. So do you need a .22? I'd say yes, even if it doesn't get used much.

 

[Tx-60]

Same as Above, Yes, That is what my wife used until she was ready to advance to a 38 spl., and that worked out great.
Great for starting any new shooter into the shooting sports.
easy to use and cheap to shoot.
TSRA member.

 

[Fackler Rebel]

As our country continues to slide downhill, I think it is key to have both a .22 rifle and handgun. Good to hunt with, ammo is relatively light enabling you to carry more, and they're user friendly, ie no kick and little noise. IF the **** ever hits the fan, you'll be glad you had those .22's and save the big stuff for essential self defense.

Reb

 

[357 guy]

A gunman is a fool not to have a .22.

 

[wx7b]

The question is how many? I like an accurate target gun (S&W M41) and trail, practice gun (S&W M63 4 in). A LOT cheaper these days.

 

[RHINOWSO]

Yes, I think so. I used to also have a M34 2" but sold it. Here are my two essential 22LR pistols, 1953 K-22 Combat Masterpiece and 1988 Beretta 87. I have an extra barrel being threaded for the 87, as well as another target barrel and counterweight to turn it into an 'LB' version.

If SHTF, they're both coming with us!

Rhino

 

[Stainz]

Somehow, the implication seems to me to be that you are a girley-man - a Nancy-boy - if you have and regularly shoot .22 revolvers...

Now, where is my dress - and those heels?

Seriously, some days... you just want to plink - and plink some more. As has been stated/restated - and much more eloquently than I can accomplish - you can have a lot of fun discharging rimfires in a good revolver - and not break the bank or injure your wrist.

Stainz

PS If I had to wear a dress just to shoot a .22 revolver, well, I don't really have the legs, but I can't look much worse than Hillary - or Roseanne...

 

[peabody]

Without a decent 22 revolver, all is darkness and chaos.

that was the PERFECT answer.

love my .22 revolvers.

and my high standard victor.

peabody

 

[9399NOLES]

I don't have a .22 revolver, I guess I need one now I have .22 rifles but that's it

 

[Stainz]

My one regret after buying my first .22 revolver, a new 10X 4" 617, was simple... "Why did I wait so late in life to buy one?". Seriously.

Stainz

 

[gumpys]

Stainz, beautiful 22's there, and also, the question should be why would you not want a 22 revolver, I love them.
Eric

 

[M2MikeGolf]

I think the question has been answered, but I can't help adding a little more. My question would be more like: "Why every man should own a .22lr revolver".

Although I have maintained a constant flow of firearms over the years of different cartridge/calibers, I have always and will always have a .22lr in my collection. It could easily be the most versatile firearm cartridge/caliber ever created. It may not do any one thing better than another, but it can do a little of everything, even including self defense.

I have always had a Ruger Mark I or II in inventory for years, but there's something about a .22 revolver that is extra special; my first handgun was a .22 revolver. My hands down favorite .22 revolver ever was an H&R 999; I still can't figure out why I sold it, I don't know what I could have been thinking. In any event, if you want a new .22 revolver, don't look any further than a S&W 17, 617, 317, 18, 63 or even the strange little 43C. For me it would have to be a Model 18, though.

I must correct my own comment, the one thing that the .22lr (revolver) does better than any other cartridge/caliber is provide actual shooting fun, for all ages, sizes and tastes.

 

[ldp4570]

I think the question has been answered, but I can't help adding a little more. My question would be more like: "Why every man should own a .22lr revolver".

Although I have maintained a constant flow of firearms over the years of different cartridge/calibers, I have always and will always have a .22lr in my collection. It could easily be the most versatile firearm cartridge/caliber ever created. It may not do any one thing better than another, but it can do a little of everything, even including self defense.

I have always had a Ruger Mark I or II in inventory for years, but there's something about a .22 revolver that is extra special; my first handgun was a .22 revolver. My hands down favorite .22 revolver ever was an H&R 999; I still can't figure out why I sold it, I don't know what I could have been thinking. In any event, if you want a new .22 revolver, don't look any further than a S&W 17, 617, 317, 18, 63 or even the strange little 43C. For me it would have to be a Model 18, though.

I must correct my own comment, the one thing that the .22lr (revolver) does better than any other cartridge/caliber is provide actual shooting fun, for all ages, sizes and tastes.

Yep, A CCI stinger out of a 6" barrel is nothing to turn your nose up at!!

 

[dogngun]

I have 2 pretty old High Standard Sentinel 9 shot .22 revolvers. The 4" is from 1956 and set me back all of $125 nearly 6 years ago. The 2 1/2" is from 1955 and needed a bit of aluminum black when I bought it for $85 about 3 years ago. I found that HKS makes speed loaders for these revolvers, which is kind of nice...I have several.
They are very good range guns and I admit that I occasionally carry one or the other-they weigh NOTHING, and 9 shots of .22 high speed solids will certainly spoil someone's day.

Heresy here, but I liked the Sentinels so much I sold my K .22...the gun shop owner kept it for his personal use AFAIK

(I also own a S&W .22 auto pistol, a 2213...and I am keeping that one.)

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