Ruger SR22 or S&W M&P22 (new shooter)?

[bitterkenny]

M&P mags in stock=
http://www.44mag.com/product/m_p_22_magazine_12_round/smith_and_wesson

I have heard you can replace the sights with ones from a big caliber M&P, but I have not tried...yet.

Rad. Thx for the link. Gonna have to stock up!

As for the sights, I heard that too, but no gun smith I've talked to really felt keen on doing it since the slide is aluminum and the sight is steel... I'm gonna wait for a bit and see if S&W will offer additional options.

 

[Homer712]

Is there a way to "apologize" in these forums? I started this thread by asking for help choosing between a Ruger SR22 and a S&W M&P22.

Fast forward a couple of days (is this how it really is in this world of gun ownership?). I'm now trying to decide between a Ruger Mark III Target, a S&W 22A and a Browning Buck Mark Hunter.

Thanks to all who responded. I have to believe that all the responses were not only orchestrated, but coordinated to "set the hook" in a new shooter. I think very shortly after getting my first handgun I will be shopping for my second handgun. Imagine that!

 

[Hotrod Diesel]

Mark 3 or find a used mark 2...

 

[Homer712]

Today, I purchased a Browning Buck Mark Stainless URX at 2A Sales in Jessup. Posted a review in their forum as their service to a first time gun buyer is nothing short of incredible. Should get my gun in a week and can't tell you how anxious I am to get out to the firing range.

Again, thanks to everyone who responded. I took all advice given very seriously.

 

[Boom Boom]

Congrats. You got a WAY better pistol than the two you originally asked about. I have a Buckmark Camper and love it. Enjoy your new Buckmark. It's a keeper and then some.

 

[ifindppl]

Great choice. I was choosing between the Buckmark and the Ruger 22/45 and I was told (and agree) that you cannot go wrong with either the Buckmark or Ruger(s). I love the Ruger. Happy shooting!