BlackJack

Which one?

I have been given the go ahead to get a .22 pistol and the two that I am considering are the Browning Buck Mark and the Ruger 22/45.

They both are about the same price and have similar ergonomics. Both have a reputation of reliability. Both have their controls in the same, or similar, positions.

The Buck Mark is easier to disassemble and reassemble.

The Ruger is supposed to “feel” more like a 1911.

I will be using it for plinking and maybe some small game hunting.

Any opinions out there?


Thanks…

retsupt99

Want some real fun and dual purpose?

Try this...
Ruger New Model Super Single-Six®*Single Action*Revolver (KNR-5) Overview

A great plunker...

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fotomaker57

Personally I would go with the Browning. Either would be a fine choice. I just like the looks of the Browning better.
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Wasabi

I went with a Buck Mark SS Camper and am very happy with it:
Buck Mark Stainless Camper, pistol 22 rimfire auto loading, Browning Firearms Product

That being said, if a good deal pops up on a Ruger SS Hunter, I'll probably be tempted into one of them also. I love .22s.

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rottkeeper

I have a MK11, but that Buck Mark sure does look perdy sweet.

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Wasabi

Thanks. I waited a long time to find that particular one and finally scored a great deal (NIB) on GunBroker. It was going to get it or this Ruger whichever I found first:
Ruger Mark III™*Rimfire Autoloading*Pistol (KMKIII512H) Overview

I still want the Ruger and have been keeping an eye out for one. There was one (6 7/8" barrel) NIB FS on the SIG forum a few months ago for around $400 (incredible deal) and it sold within 10 minutes of it being posted. I spotted it about 5 minutes afterwards and missed it.

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rottkeeper

A choice you won't regret I'm sure. Good luck and maybe a range report sometime?

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BikerRN

If I wanted a .22LR that felt and handled like a 1911 I'd just get a conversion kit and be done with it.

If I was looking to purchase a .22LR I'd go with the Browning, but that's just me.

Biker

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GWRedDragon

If you want something that 'feels' like your carry gun, get a conversion kit. I love my conversion kit; it's perfect for both training and plinking.

Though, I still do like the idea of the 22/45. Aren't the MKII/MKIII more popular? If so there are probably more aftermarket options for them...

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BlackJack

Biker,
I am not really too concerned about having a .22 that “feels and handles” like the 1911, that is just an added plus.

As for a conversion kit… I have one for my CZ and am not overly pleased with it. I get a large number of misfires with it (sometimes as many as one or two per magazine). I really do not think it is the ammo since I experience no misfires with the 10/22 while using ammo from the same lot. I realize that most conversion kits work fine, but this has just left me with a bad taste in my mouth and I would rather get a dedicated pistol at this point.

I am leaning towards the Browning, but have not ruled out the Ruger just yet.

Thanks