With the shortage of larger caliber ammo these days, .22LR is a great alternative .

Just got the M&P22 as my first CC / Beginner Handgun. I seriously couldn't be happier with my purchase. It feels like absolute butter in your hands and so reliable.

Had the MK IV on the range yesterday and we had a half silhouette and some 4” steel targets at 100 yards. I have a Holosun HS403 on it and we were able to hit the 4” targets about 5 out of ten shots. We tore up that half silhouette. Just a really fun gun to shoot. My grandson loves the M&P though. He’s turning out to be a really good shot. Thanks for the video!

I have a couple of CZ75bs and installed the 22 Kadet conversion on it and I really like it. Accurate as hell and never malfunctions in any way with any long rifle ammo. It is just as accurate as my Ruger Mk III target model. Naturally I can always put my 9 mm upper back on and have another great pistol.

I love my Ruger SP101 revolver with a 4.2" barrel. I bought it as a trainer pistol and kit gun. The trigger is very heavy in double action and wasn't smooth a first, but a couple of detailed strips and some light buffing of action surfaces with a felt pad and some very fine polishing compound got it super smooth and clean. The single action trigger was always very crisp. It holds 8 rounds and if a round doesn't go off just pull the trigger again. Great for training trigger control in double action, very carryable despite the longer barrel, incredibly soft-shooting because of the all-steel construction, shoots anything from the wimpiest .22 short CBs to hypervelocity .22LRs, and is plenty accurate for small game hunting at short range. Finally, adjustable sights make it easy to dial in any ammo you care to shoot and being a revolver you don't have to worry about safeties or magazine issues.

I bought that same gun 2 years ago, the bronze Ruger mark 4...so sweet. The most accurate in my handgun arsenal and the best looking.

Buy a Grand Power K22s and get the best features available for a gp .22 including stellar accuracy.

Mark IV semi-auto 22 LR are all well designed and the 22/45 lite model with threaded barrel is a super choice.

Went to the gun shop to buy the SR22 months ago, before Covid. Left with the Taurus TX22. The Ruger is good, but the Taurus is better in many ways, especially with those 16rnd magazines.

I love how some people say the 22 is a lil tiny gun and yet no videos of someone standing in front of one at a range lol.

A solid review of 3 fine pistols. Well done!

I would recommend the 22 that's the best/closest trainer for the center fire pistol you own. That M&P22 being a perfect example for an M&P center fire owner. That 22/45 being a great trainer for the 1911 owner. The Glock 44 (if you can get one that works) for the Glock shooters. And so on. I think a great generic trainer for polymer center fire pistols is the Taurus TX-22.

Great review. I’m still kicking myself for not grabbing an M&P22 or two a couple years ago when PSA had them for about $270 a piece. I had an LGS check the other day and the cheapest he could find one online was around $420.

I have the S&W 22c! Love it, it reminds me of the Shield. Great little gun!

Just an fyi, the m&p is not striker fired. It has an internal hammer.

The bad oint in the sr22 is the tendency for the breach locking spring split to move out in firing. The back sights, being adjustable mean they tend to move when the gun is in use.

Have you had an opportunity to review the Taurus TX-22 yet? Curious to see what your thoughts are on that gun. I haven't shot one but I'm intrigued by the reviews I've read about it. From what I've read it's a pretty reliable semi-auto .22 and I believe it has a 16 round polymer magazine. I think it sells for about $350 (ish).

I think I’ve seen those gloves at Home Depot. How are they?

Do you prefer the Ruger SR22 or the Walther P22?

Love your analysis videos. You do a great job

I have the Ruger SR22 and love it, but my favorite 22LR pistol is the Ruger Mark IV Competition Stainless. I put a Hi-Viz front sight on it and a 2x6x30 Simmons Pro Hunter stainless scope on stainless see-through rings. I also put in a Tandemkross Victory trigger and added the TK HALO charging ring because I'm an old man and I have arthritis in my hands; the HALO charging ring helps a lot. It came with a left side grip with a thumb rest, which is a big plus.

Bought a M&P .22 a couple years ago. No issues yet with a couple thousand rounds fired, multiple brands, some very old. IMO, as close to a perfect handgun as I have ever found in 40+ years of shooting. This, in a world of very good .22's to choose from.

Ruger Mark IV 45 Lite is my wife’s favorite 22 LR pistol. I bought a Mark III. 45 Lite before the last version came out and it is a pain to take down, but there are aftermarket upgrades and I got the trigger and Sear and Hammer and will in the near future get the Takedown conversion. I don’t mind the stock takedown but my wife’s Mark IV has me spoiled.

First Place by a huge margin is: Ruger Mark IV, Sp101 revolver and SR22 with the Buckmark running far behind.

Excellent suggestions and advice. Just wanted to say that some cheap guns are still very easily handled, and are quite accurate. My first handgun was a Rohm Gardner. .22 of course, and it still works today as well as it being highly accurate. H&R also is a highly accurate weapon, and its not too terribly out of price range. Altho you can hardly find them anymore, there ae still a few around. how bout making a vid highlighting the H&R series. As I said, Great advice and great information. Best wishes and may all of your shots be accurate..

Great vid! I own the M&P 22 Compact. My son has the Ruger SR22. Great guns!

Got rid of my walther, bought an sr22 and never looked back. You can feed these anything and they go bang every time.

That sr22 swiping down for safe is a deal breaker big time

Nice list but you can't exclude the TX22! Capacity, trigger, accurate and cheaper than everything gun on your list. Did I mention 16 rounds and reliability?

Something to add. The SR22 is a double action that is hammer driven. If you have a failure to fire you just squeeze the trigger again to give the primer another chance. The other single action guns have to clear that round.

Great video. Thanks man!

I forgot to say my favorite is the Mark series. I have 3: 1-early 70’s black and shots straight ( my uncle gave it me). 2- I bought my first pistol 1984 silver with a scope ( well my father had to buy it). 3- just got one like your holding. The kids and I shoot then a lot. Fun times.

Have you tried the GSG 1911 22lr? 1911 style 22lr. Shoots fantastic and has some serious weight to it

My S&W M&P 22lr full size not only fun at the range, but necessary when the Zombie Apocalypse comes, just wish it wasn’t so ammo sensitive

Too many good options. The reviews on Mark IV are all over the place. I love the way the Lite looks. Anyone have any input on the Lite?

How do you think this compares with the new Kel-Tec CP 33?

I have both MP shield and. Glock 43. Despite being less expensive, the MP has superior fit finish and much nicer take down lever. Honestly, I would pay more for the MP.

I love my SR22.and I have a mark 2 I love also .I would live the mark 4 but

I have all four of the mark series. The 1 2 3 aren’t as bad as people think to take apart once you’ve done it several times. Lotta stores sell the mark four light for around 600.

I like your video! What would your recommendation for a "kit" gun be? I don't like the heavy trigger, but a if Ruger made a lighter trigger in their LCRx with adjustable sights and 3" barrel, that would be my ideal thought. I don't like single-action revolvers too much but the Bearcat would be another option. I wish there was a modern break top revolver. My other consideration would be a Ruger 22/45 Lite. That would actually be my best choice based on the current crop. I think a slightly longer barrel M&P 22 Compact would be a nice option as well, if it existed.

Just pick up my Mark IV Elite today. I agree this is a great addition to any experienced collection. I am a huge LR fan and this is by far the best feel in any of my .22 pistols. great video.

I used to work at TNT!! My favorite .22lr handgun is my P-07 with a kadet 22 conversion!!

I have a Buckmark, 25 years old. They haven't changed much and that's a good thing. I've never felt a gun so comfortable in my hand. I put a rail on top and a reflex sight. So nice, and no need to take it apart to clean and lube really. Have 4 magazines, great fun. Beautiful gun.

I have a sig sour p229. I purchased a 22lr conversion kit. What are your comments? I see it as an easy way to get used to shooting it for much less money.

I have a M&P 22 Compact and it is a great pistol. The Browning Buckmark rules them all!

Thanks for posting man! As someone new to all this, I will definitely be taking your recommendations. Plus, the Ruger just looks so cool lol! Keep it up!

What .22 semi-auto has the best balance? Looking at the video, it looks like the Ruger SR.

Have a Mark IV myself and it is amazing. Great range and Accuracy. I have the 70th anniversary edition.

I want a TX22, my M&P compact is badass, my 22/45 is awesome. Best .22 pistol is my Ruger Charger, gotta copper custom adapter for a shockwave brace.

Walther P22....love it! Same size as the PK 380. Both are fantastic smooth shooting firearms.

I do not know much about hand guns (know nothing) where dose the valcourtson (I know messed up spelling) fall as good 22 pistol?

Well done video. This will be the second gun I’ve bought based on your recommendations.

Awesome video. You are on a short list of KZfaqrs that actually made me not mind the sponsored ad.

Dude I don’t know how you can possibly not show the TX .22. Shoots everything and feels great in the hand. Perfect trigger 16 round mag

I wonder why I get less accurate results on a 22 Semi than I can do on the K22 revolver and any 9 mms? I've tried beretta 22, buckmark, and ruger sr22 and mark 3. I don't get it. I can tack drive with a 9mm. is it the trigger? is the 22LR less accurate? is it the weight of the gun? much better with the K22 but not like the 9 mm

First time watching your videos, and am impressed! Subbed, hope youre still making content.

I like the ruger single six with a 7" barrel. Good for small game or target. But I like revolvers.

A 22 is better than a zero gun!!!! Appreciate the video. 👍

Should mention this also has a long slide version for a 4 1/2'' barrel. I bought this version, ( the long slide) three years ago, an have never had a problem with any ammo.

The SR22 and the Mark 4 22/45 are both great. I’ve had no negative issues with either one. Yes I know there are better 22’s but these work for me . Now I need to get the Ruger LCP.22 and possibly the the Glock 44 .

Smith and Wesson Victory and Browning Buckmark

Really like your explanation of each gun, excellent presentation. BIG downer here in CA, the Ruger Mark IV is not allowed to be sold. Would like to hear your thoughts on the Beretta M92LR.

Great video! 👍

What do you think about the Browning Buck Mark with the 5" barrel

I have a vintage H&R 999 .22 LR. Love it .... :)

Just bought the Ruger Mark IV (All Black) and agree with everything said and I did change grip, compensator and added thumb rests as a first step plus added 4 mags. To plink and teach people how to shoot

I own a Mark 4 single shot Ruger I am having a problem with cases hanging up and not ejecting the casing. I have to dig out the casings. I have been shooting CCI shells.

I’ve always wanted a Ruger mk series with the integral suppressor like what is seen in Fallout: new Vegas. It’s sleek, simple, and frankly one of the coolest 22lr guns I’ve ever seen. To my knowledge it was a mkii. But didn’t the mkIV model end up getting a recall from fault in the safety?

Good video and good choices. I personally would switch number 1 with number 3 but thats just me

Just picked up a sr22 for a killer deal at local shop for $200. I’m super happy with the performance

Great vid, thanks

I used go to TNT guns all the time It’s a top tier shooting range that’s for sure.

The Beretta Neos is very reliable and well-made. The Heritage revolvers are also a lot of fun. Sometimes you can get them for $100, and for $150, you can get a 22mag cylinder. That's tough to beat!

As a Pistol Permit Instructor, I have my students use the Ruger SR22 because of all your points plus both the safety and mag release are ambi so LEFTIES don't feel there's nothing for them and they can concentrate on correct manipulation of the pistol and not feel awkward. Also the ability to add a light or laser for carry or training is a bonus. And as you said, the mag is really easy to load to the 10 shot capacity - taking a 'chore' out of practice, and when I teach, the students must load their own mags even for their first shots. Easy takedown is a plus because they have to clean it after the range session. And I'm getting the Mark IV Lite threaded for my own use with red dot - Yeah!

Quick question, dry firing on these 22's is ok? I'm old school and was told dry firing rim fire 22's could break the pin.

Does one actually use a .22 for self defense/concealed carry? I guess so... I was suprised that the MKIV or the buckmark aren't in the top 2 that is just in my opinion since I only use a .22 for range plinking and small varmints. Great vid btw you got me looking at another plinkster! Def going to look into the SR22 and snag one while I can.

During forty plus years of shooting, I've always heard that you shouldn't dry fire a rim fire pistol!

I've have a Browning Black Label 1911 22lr pistol and absolutely love it! Build well. Easy to clean and take down. Feels great in my hand. Has been very reliable and accurate. Looks badass too.

I have a Ruger sr22. I like the smaller grip sleeve. It prints less. There's an extra round's space in the mag that's held up by a plastic post on the follower. Cut the post & get 11 round cap. You also have to trim the dingus off the follower cross pin though

Thanks for the info. First time buyer. Info & Insight was very helpful.

1. High standard Military Citation 2. S & W Model 41 3. S & W Model 617

The backwards safety on the Ruger SR22 is the only thing I don't like. Up to fire down to put it on safe. Just the opposite of what it should be.

I have the old and new Ruger MK 4 . They both shoot excellent and are fun to use. My new one does break down so easily but my old is a pain in the ass. I quess my question is, why did it take Ruger so long to make the easy new breakdown MK 4?

Like to see others choices. I settled on the S&W M&P compact. Tried out the Ruger Sr22 and the Walther P22, and had the same problem. I have big hands, and when firing both of those pistols, the hammer was slapping the web of my hand between my thumb and index finger. Only took about 30 rounds til that got unpleasant. Have to correct you on a small matter... When you were talking about the M&P, you said it was striker fired. It isn't. The hammer is internal, but falls just like an exposed one does. Minor thing, just my .02. My hand is about the size of a small ham, and the Smith was WAY more comfy to shoot, for me. Maybe it was just me, but perhaps, if you know someone with big ass hands, you could do some range time and see if they have the same issue(?). Jus' sayin'. Anyway, like I said, just my .02. Happy shooting, brother.

After getting the Taurus G2C i like the looks of there TX22...its twin of the S&W! Edit: I do have and Love the Ruger IV...mine is government competition with wood grips and smooth sided barrel!

You can replace one of these guns with the new Ruger LCP II.

Can you give your opinion of Target style .22's the options are much broader

I was going to tell you you didn’t know what you were talking about, but I hung in there, till your first pick. Bought a ruger mark three with a Heavy barrel. Used. Never, never failed to fire. Very very accurate. Ruger has a lifetime warranty on all their products. Sent a single action 357 in for repair. They fixed cleaned and put new stocks on it. No charge.

Keep your M&P clean and it will become your go to gun for carry or practice at the range. I love mine.

I love my SR-22! Smooth, reliable, easy to shoot, and good-looking, too! It's my regular carry. I also really like my Browning Buckmark. Such a sweet target pistol. Need to take it squirrel hunting.

What shooting gloves do you use/are you wearing in this video?

Does that mark IV have built in muzzle brake? Looks like it. Would a suppressor even help with it?

I love my M&P 22!!! I shoot it almost daily.

SR22 is a sweet pistol. It's the 3rd Ruger pistol I have owned and been 100% satisfied with. After over 500 rounds I still have no failures with it which is pretty impressive for any 22lr gun. The best part: at 25 yards I can put all 10 rounds in center mass shooting as fast as I can. Not a bad concealed carry except that the hammer causes some discomfort if you carry at your appendix.

My new fav .22 is a .45 acp. I forgot I had a Ciener .22 to .45 conversion kit. I know there's been some bad press about these, but I got mine maybe 20 yrs ago and it worked fine right away. I have several other .22 pistols, some very small like the Smith & Wesson Sportsman, and some much larger and very accurate like the Ruger .22/.45 with a 6 7/8" barrel. But my Colt 1991A1 with the Ciener .22 kit is my current favorite. Why? It's pretty lightweight, accurate, and it's slim profile makes it a snap for small of back carry even wearing a backpack. I can also shoot Aguila Super Colibri primer-only powered ammo almost silently and very accurately.

Great video...I have the M&P compact 22...that gun ain't no punk...you can feel the power when firing telling you it means business. I just bought the Ruger 22/45 Lite last week , its everything you said it is, took it out to range Sunday i kept going to it over and over it was so smooth to shoot, no recoil at all even had to go buy a new set of ammo to keep it going.

I've had my SR22 for about 8 years. Shoot it daily.. getting sloppy but still very accurate. Also have a 22-45 I love as well

What’s the best 22 for a Viking?

I have ruger mark 3 and 4 both in 22/45 and are great tools to have in the collection. Looking into sr22 or m and p 22 compact

Have wanted the 45/22 but didn't know of this Target lite model Awesome must have with the easy take down. .22 is a dirty round literally l clean up right away!