I shot indoor 10 meter bullseye for a few years. I started with a Ruger Mk. 2, went to a Smith model 41 and ended up with a High Standard Victor. All were equally accurate. I loved the Victor. It had the best trigger of the bunch. It was finicky about magazines. The only magazine it would shoot without a jam was a High Standard. I liked the competition but the city closed the range down and I lost interest. Which 22LR auto do you like?
Tim Oltersdorf
I love my mark 2. I can shoot it and it's accuracy is good. It wasn't finicky about ammo, mags or grime. Cleaning is a rod down the barrel and a q-tip in the action and oil. I have never broken it down and cleaned it. As all owners know, its's a pain in the tail. I have shot more accurate 22s but not by much, and totally more problematic. ammo, mags... Fun regardless. I enjoy shooting and teaching others to shoot on my MK 2 that I gave it to my mom to shoot as she found it very easy for her to do so and well.
I’ve always preferred my Victor for shooting paper. However, since I haven’t shot paper in decades I shoot steel with my Clark Custom Ruger Mark 2 and a Volquartson Black Mamba.
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I’ve had this Model 41 for many years and it’s great. Ordered this High Standard Supermatic Trophy yesterday and am looking forward to comparing it to my Model 41.
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I've had almost all the regular 22lr bottom feeders. I still have a MKI/II/III and K22 & 617. My MKII 22/45 is probably my favorite. Who knows how many thousands of rounds I've sent with it. The 6" revolvers are fun and accurate as well. I always shoot at least 1 of my 22's every time I go to ring some gongs.
I really like the old Ruger Standards upgraded with a new barrel, trigger work, and a sight rail. My current user is below.
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Ruger 22/45 mark 4 with Volquartsen upgrades, if I had to do over i would buy a Volquartsen Black Mamba from the start
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I probably shoot my SS Ruger Mk3, purchased here, the best. Holosun 403B optic and a few upgrade parts. Only competition is an informal silhouette match where the max distance is about 45 yards. I usually shoot mid 30s out of 40 targets.
But also have a 41 with a Clark barrel, Victor and building a Caspian frame for a Nelson upper.
I enjoy all.
Jim
But also have a 41 with a Clark barrel, Victor and building a Caspian frame for a Nelson upper.
I enjoy all.
Jim
I have several .22 handguns, but this is my favorite and used the most for bowling pin competition and steel plate matches like SCSA.
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I love my Buckmark. Very fine trigger and super accurate. That pistol will out shoot my FIL's S&W model 41 even after he sent it to Clark's for barrel and mods. He passed a couple of years ago so now I have both pistols.
I’ve had a few but felt the Ruger Mark IV Hunter was the most accurate. I’m sure the Volquartsen guns posted earlier on this thread are even more accurate. For me the S&W 422 that I picked up from another member is definitely the most fun to shoot, but does not win in any of the previous categories mentioned; disassembly is not for the uninhibited. My least favorite 22lr pistol would be the Sig Mosquito; discontinued I believe and for good reason.
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Auto loaders- Volquartsen with a red dot is my go to for groups and long distance. I also like shooting a Kimber 1911 .22 Target, it’s a little finicky (prefers faster bullets) but does produce solid groups!
I enjoy .22 revolvers as well and have a few that can shoot lights out with the autos!
I enjoy .22 revolvers as well and have a few that can shoot lights out with the autos!
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