Tight Lines
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Is that factory or is it aftermarket?
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22 WMR handguns for self defense
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Jester896
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Factory Kryptek Typhoon
Dub
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Yep.....I suppose the priority for great looks was put on the back burner with the emergence of Gaston's gift to the handgun world....
The era of function over form arrived.
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Dub
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My point was that when Glocks showed up, people looked past ugly and saw easy maintenance, easy parts swap, easy operation and low user cost.......unless the dog wanted to chew on it.
When the market saw that people would buy ugly.....they have gone out of their way to give it us.
Don't get me wrong....I have my share of Glocks & other polymers....I keep telling myself that I have my limit.....then the P365 came out.....and a hobbit-sized HK showed up, too.
They are useful....just not much to look at compared to a 1911, Hi Power or many revolvers....in my opinion.
Lukikus2
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My straight shooters are wheel. Easy to carry ammo. Have some “target” pistols for backup. Light carry rifle's to. Got to have something to shoot rabbits for dinner. All LR. Never been a appromant of the magnums.
Darkhorse
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My only 22 magnum is a Ruger single six with the magnum cylinder. It is a little long for Concealed carry but it would work very well in the house.
My only complaint with shooting magnum loads is the ear splitting noise. You really need ear protection.
It will shoot. If you miss it's your fault not the pistols.
This target was shot offhand at 25 yards back when I was shooting it regularly.
My only complaint with shooting magnum loads is the ear splitting noise. You really need ear protection.
It will shoot. If you miss it's your fault not the pistols.
This target was shot offhand at 25 yards back when I was shooting it regularly.
SC Hunter
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I would hate to know somebody was shooting at me with a PMR 30 or CMR 30. My brother can run a gun pretty well, we regularly have shooting competitions in the yard, and with his PMR and CMR I just don't see how it would turn out good to be on the receiving end.
GunnSmokeer
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Rimfire revolvers are notorious for having long and very heavy double action trigger pulls. Since any wheelgun you have for self-defense would likely be used in double action mode, without cocking the weapon first, a Heavy trigger can really hurt your practical accuracy.
So, I think a reliable semi auto would be better --if it fits your hand. Ergonomics is probably the most important factor here.
So, I think a reliable semi auto would be better --if it fits your hand. Ergonomics is probably the most important factor here.
GunnSmokeer
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PS: I've owned several 22 magnum revolvers and one Derringer, but never a 22 WMR semi auto.
Dub
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Which do you recommend ?
B. White
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I'm late on this one, but this little 351 fits in the pocket better than anything else I have. Weighs 3 oz more than an Iphone 6 unloaded. Lighter weight and a slightly smaller grip than my other j frames make it carry easy in shorts or overalls pockets for yardwork. It is about the same size as a Sig P938, but the Sig is over a half pound heavier and I like a revolver in my pocket better.
RamblinWreck88
Useles Billy ain’t got nothing on ME !
My brother recently got the 637 in 38 special. I couldn't get over how light it was, but yours is a full 3 ounces lighter unloaded. I bet it's a joy to carry.
B. White
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I'm sure it is measurable somehow, but didn't notice any with the little 22 bullets.
B. White
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I know it carries good, but I bet you can tell when you pull the trigger. My little 21 oz j frames are a handful with a stout load.
rosewood
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Yeah, but who is making the call in our country these days....
rosewood
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PSA is making there version now and it is priced nice.
