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So I've been doing a lot of research trying to determine which family pistol I'd like to get for .22 target shooting at the range. It would be 99% just a family plinker (I might do a rimfire challenge competition, but with no intention of winning, just trying it out).
I'v narrowed it down to a Ruger Mark IV 22/45 or the S&W Victory.
I know this comes down to personal preference, and I plan to go rent the two at a range soon. However, love to know people's thoughts (especially if you've shot multiple of them).
I'v narrowed it down to a Ruger Mark IV 22/45 or the S&W Victory.
- All of which have a nice 5.5" long barrel that is accurate as ever.
- I grew up shooting a buckmark, but leaning away from it just reading about the other two
- Mark IV 22/45 huge benefit is the easy take down, proven for many years, etc. The main issue here is 'cost'. Other Mark IV's are more expensive.
- Victory has so many nice features stock out of the box (stainless, optic sight, etc). Only reason I looked here was lower cost with more features. I heard the takedown screw can come loose while shooting.
- Mark IV target: I think the target model is nice, but the handle is odd and heavier.
- Mark IV lite: I like this model, but being lighter and shorter barrel seems like it would be a little less accurate and newbie friendly.
I know this comes down to personal preference, and I plan to go rent the two at a range soon. However, love to know people's thoughts (especially if you've shot multiple of them).
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