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Join Date: Feb 2011
Location: Rhode Island
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Hey Guys,
I'm getting back into shooting after a long absence. My wife says she would like to go also, so we are looking at .22s for her. My first thought was to get a revolver (ease of use and cleaning). However, the guy at the gun shop said, most .22 revolvers start at around $600 which might be a lot to spend if she loses interest after a short time. So he showed us a Sig Mosquito and a Walther P22. Both seemed to be a good size for her. Although, I think she liked that the Walther was lighter in weight. Any one have experience with either of these pistols? Is one better made, more rugged, or any pros/cons to either gun that would make you chose one over the other? Also if you have other suggestions for .22s for her to consider let me know. Thanks and best regards, Dino
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Mosquitos are designed to use the CCI mini mag 22 so thats the downfall of the Sig. Your limited on what ammo you can use. The Walther will generally run just about anything except some really cheepo brands. Also there are plenty of 22 revolvers under 600, he just doesn't carry them. Don't be afraid of used 22 revolvers. Rossi, taurus, and yes even smith and wesson (used) all have revolvers under 600. Classic switch a roo on the sales guy. Aint got what cha looking for so they discourage you then show you what they want to sell you. A 22 revolver is going to be more reliable than the Sig or the Walther. If you want to discourage your wife in shooting, give her a gun that is prone to malfunctioning more.
Double D can help you find something for sure. Maybe he'll jump in.
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I have a P22 and my shooting buddy has a Mosquito so we've shot both. I like my P22 best and he likes his Mosquito. They are both nice little plinkers. I got the Special Edition set with both barrels and the slide extension so I think I have a little more versatility.
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Join Date: Feb 2011
Location: Rhode Island
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Hi Guys,
Thanks for the advice on the Sig and Walther. I definitely don't want my wife to be discourage with a pistol that has lots of problems. I want her to have something reliable and that she will have fun with. So, I'm going to take the Sig off the list of potential pistols. I guess we will take another look at the P22 and see what other .22s are available. This dealer is probably one of the larger ones in our state and they have a pretty wide selection. I think my wife liked how light the P22 felt. Thanks for the info and suggestions. Best regards, Dino |
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I've owned both the SIG and the Walther. I preferred the SIG, but my wife wanted the Walther, so now we just have the Walther.
![]() The SIG functioned 100% with CCI Mini Mags and 98% or better with Remington Golden Bullets. It functioned around 5% with Federal bulk and around 25% with Winchester bulk. Our P22 has been 100% with CCI Mini Mags (these really are very good ammo), 98% with Winchester bulk. I haven't tried it yet with any others. I personally would think that your wife may get more frustrated with a single-action revolver than with an auto that has one FTE per 10 magazines. Those revolvers can be very, very slow to load, and my wife isn't particularly patient. If your wife is more patient than mine, then the revolver may be the way to go.
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Thanks and best regards, Dino |
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Well, sorry I just saw this thread. I bought my wife the walther p22 and she loves it. I have shot the sig and it was ok, but I prefer the feel of the p22. You can also get a 22 revolver for the same price range. So, I looked up a few prices for you. I can sell you these guns for:
sig mosquito 323.00 plus shipping walther p22 319.00 plus shipping taurus 94 22 revolver 315.00 plus shipping Shipping will vary but is normally around 12-18 dollars. Let me know if I can help.
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Join Date: Feb 2011
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Thanks for the suggestions and opinion on the Sig & Walther. I'm in the research stage so far and I have to save up some fun money since I just spent some on a Colt .45 for myself. But I will keep you in mind when we start looking more seriously for my wife. Thanks again. Best regards, Dino |
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I own the sig-msqto and even though I have put the reducer spring IT ONLY LIKE HIGHER ENDED .22 AMMO but not to say out of this world just not the bulk wally world stuff. I would look into the RUGER if you will not double this gun as a conceal carry. Its longer and more or less burdensome if you tried to carry. Some will say better off not carrying a .22 but dumping 10 or more round in your attacker is not shooting a rubberband at him.
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Thanks again guys. Best regards, Dino |
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The ruger mark 3 is one of the best pistols out there in my opinion. Some people have a hard time with re-assemblely, but they are gret shooting guns. I have a couple versions in stock. The tapered barrel is 269.00 and the bull barrel 22/45 version is 259.00.
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Did a quick search and answered my question on Berettas.
Hi Double D. I'll have to take a look online and read up on the Ruger. Although, if the reassembly is a pain to deal with, then it might not be the gun for us. I know one guy on another sight said he liked his Ruger but that he practically needed a rubber mallet to get the thing back together. Thanks and best regards, Dino |
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Welcome Dino ! If thats what the guy at the LGS tells ya, then find another shop; 22 revolvers are most always cheaper than a semi-auto. Look for a Heritage, you can find them new for under $160, sometimes on sale for $110-120 and they're good shooting guns. Nothing that is going to win any matches, but great fun at a good entry price.
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I have the heritage convertable revolvers in stock for 189.00. They will shoot 22lr & 22mag. But, they are single action which means you have to pull the hammer back each time.
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Hi, Dino944 and welcome to TFF.
If you're still wondering, I own a Beretta Neos. It's a good little shooter, though the grip is a tad bit small for my hand. Also, the thumb safety takes some getting used to. Maybe it will fit your wife's hand better. I'm sure I've put over a thousand rounds through it and it doesn't seem a bit fussy, though some ammo doesn't seem to be loaded very well. A couple rounds just went click. Mine has a 4 1/2" barrel and I'm sure you can get one with a 6". They also make a carbine kit for it, though I believe you might have seen it. Paid for my Neos $270 and change out the door. The carbine kit runs about the same price.
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Join Date: Jul 2009
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i have the Walther p22 just fell in love the way it felt in my hand, i love it because i am comfortable with it
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my p22 was under $300
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Well, dealer price for me is 274.00 plus 2nd day air shipping which I dont have a choice on and is normally around 30.00. So, I have 304.00 in the gun before I tack on any profit. This is where the big money guys cripple the little guy. You bought yours for less than a dealer can buy it for. The only way for me to compete with them is to buy 2500.00 at a time, every time I order.
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Thanks for the photo and info. The next time we head up to the gun shop, I will see if they have a Neos to look at. Then we will see what my wife thinks of the grips and the overall weight. Thanks again. Best regards, Dino |
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I somehow put my reply in with Dino944's question which is something only I could do
...but it is in there...somewhere Bisley |
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Join Date: Feb 2011
Location: Rhode Island
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Hi Bisley,
Thanks for the suggestion on the Browning Buckmark. I was looking at photos of their various models the other day. I've never owned a Browning product, but my Dad has owned a Browning 9mm Hi Power for about 35 years and its a great pistol. I had my wife look at the Browning website the other night and there are a few pieces she might consider. Actually, I spent a good deal of time looking at website from almost all the manuafacturers out there just to make sure I wasn't overlooking a possible option (even discovering some companies don't make .22s, but there could be something from them for me in the future . So I've briefly looked at the websites for Bersa, Beretta, Browning, Colt, CZ, Dan Wesson (just .45s and a .357), Kel-Tec, Ruger, Sig, S&W, and Walther.I still have some more research to do and my wife will have to try holding the various models before we make a decision. This forum has been great and my thanks to all who have shared their ownership experiences and suggestions. Best regards, Dino |
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The Browning Buck Marks are great hand guns. The Micro is very nice, but may be 40-50 $ more. If you run across a Ruger Standard or Mark II in a gun store used, it would also be a good shooter. It doesn't have to be new, many of the older guns are just getting broke in when the hit the LGSs. Browning Challenger IIs can be found at reasonable prices and just can not be beat for a great shooting pistol. I saw a couple High Standards at a gun show this weekend in Atlanta under $250, and these were the made in Conn. models. Super hand guns. I would have probably purchased one, but it had the 4 in. barrel and I like the 6 inch better. There are just a lot of choices, don't be in a rush unless you just can't stand the pressure from your wife.
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Join Date: Feb 2011
Location: Rhode Island
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Hi Dragonfly,
The next time the Mrs. and I go to the gun shop maybe in about 2 weeks I'll take a look to see if they have any Buckmarks so she can see what it feels like. We aren't in any rush, since I just spent a good chunk of fun money on a Colt Gold Cup. But hopefully in the next month or so we will have done enough research to make a decision regardign a .22. Thanks and best regards, Dino |
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