.22 Wheelgun

[lostsole]

I'm interested in getting a .22 Wheelgun for the cost and for my 10 year old to be able to shoot. After looking on the web, I'm leaning towards the .22lr/22 Mag H&R models, like the 922, and also the Ruger Single Six. Is one more accurate than the other or a better value for the money? I know H&R quit making pistols, so I will have to look a little hard for one.

 

[joppaj]

The Single-Six with it's .22 and .22WMR cyliders is a fantastic value for an excellent shooter. One of my favorite guns.

 

[hvymax]

The Heritage Arms Rough Rider is an amazing value maybe not as nice as the Single Six but the first 3-5000 rnds will be paid for in savings.

 

[SRD]

I've never heard anything bad about the Rough Rider,but my vote would go to the Single Six.

 

[BondJamesBond]

Ruger is supposed to be coming out with a Single 10 (ten rounds) and an SP101 with 8 rounds, both in .22 LR.

 

[BeltBuckle]

I've got a couple of the H&Rs and they're fun little plinkers. You'll never mistake one for a S&W K22 or even a Ruger, but the price is right.

Now a single 10 might pique my interest...

 

[Enzo_Guy]

I personally would opt for the Single Six over the Rough Rider, and as matter of fact I was mere days from buying one when a used Colt Police Positive showed up for a good deal. I'm not one to turn down a well priced antique wheelgun and I can buy a brand new Single Six anytime.

This also buys me a month that either a used Single Six will show up or the SP101 will become available. I'd like to handle an SP101 before considering it, but if I'm going for a DA .22LR revolver it's going to be hard for me to steer away from the S&W 17/617 (or a K22 if I ever run across one for a good price).

 

[mcbruzdzinski]

THe latest issue of American Rifleman has a write-up on the new Taurus .22LR revolver. It got a good review but I would still want a chance to handle one.

One of the guys in my office said there should be a few at the Appalachian Gun Show in PA on 10/29-10/30.

 

[Mark C]

My grandfather has a 922, I have a single six. They're both fun, easy to handle, relatively accurate, but I prefer the Ruger mostly for cosmetic reasons.

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[mikec]

THe latest issue of American Rifleman has a write-up on the new Taurus .22LR revolver. It got a good review but I would still want a chance to handle one.

One of the guys in my office said there should be a few at the Appalachian Gun Show in PA on 10/29-10/30.

From another thread about that Taurus,
http://mdshooters.com/showpost.php?p=1327450&postcount=10

A really ugly timing issue. Of course, we do not know if the gun has been abused.

 

[Jimbob2.0]

From another thread about that Taurus,
http://mdshooters.com/showpost.php?p=1327450&postcount=10

A really ugly timing issue. Of course, we do not know if the gun has been abused.

I am not hugely happy with my 17 HMR taurus (same basic frame) its an ok gun but horrible trigger and the cartridges sometimes stick (probably wouldnt happen without the taper. Finish and feel are ok but not great.

My suggestion would be to seek out a good H&R 999 or a Dan Wesson. Or spend the dollars and get a S&W. Ruger's new SP101 10shoot .22s look pretty good to.

 

[Enzo_Guy]

I am not hugely happy with my 17 HMR taurus (same basic frame) its an ok gun but horrible trigger and the cartridges sometimes stick (probably wouldnt happen without the taper. Finish and feel are ok but not great.

My suggestion would be to seek out a good H&R 999 or a Dan Wesson. Or spend the dollars and get a S&W. Ruger's new SP101 10shoot .22s look pretty good to.

The bad trigger seems to be a common complaint of the Taurus .22LR revolvers, but I've never shot one personally.

However, I will say that the best DA trigger I've ever pulled was a S&W 617. Maybe a blued 17 is in order next month if I have the cash, otherwise I'll be getting a Single Six.

 

[Dead Eye]

Ruger Single Six "Three Screw". My Dad bought it in the late 50's. He taught my brother, sister, and I how to shoot with it. I taught my wife and three daughters how to shoot with it. My first grandchild is on the way. They too will get to shoot it.

 

[28Shooter]

You certainly can't go wrong with a Ruger Single Six. I have an old three screw with a set of elk grips. Nice gun!

 

[Revvin' Evan]

Ruger is supposed to be coming out with a Single 10 (ten rounds) and an SP101 with 8 rounds, both in .22 LR.

This also buys me a month that either a used Single Six will show up or the SP101 will become available. I'd like to handle an SP101 before considering it, but if I'm going for a DA .22LR revolver it's going to be hard for me to steer away from the S&W 17/617 (or a K22 if I ever run across one for a good price).

The new SP101 is available and in stores now

 

[Enzo_Guy]

The new SP101 is available and in stores now

What stores? Exact locations are required!

 

[SmokingGun]

I believe I saw one in the case at 2A Sales a week or so ago

 

[Revvin' Evan]

What stores? Exact locations are required!

2A Sales in Jessup had two last time I was in there.

 

[Enzo_Guy]

2A Sales in Jessup had two last time I was in there.

Well, I guess I will have to visit there next month when I can buy another. I work right off 32 on Burns Crossing Rd so Jessup isn't far at all for me.