Thinking about getting my first revolver

[wcd]

RK has a revolver chambered in 22lr. it seems to have a very short barrel. Just wondering about the applications it would have with such a short barrel? Seems like limit d to plinking? Also seems like having any degree of accuracy may be a challenge?

Thanks

 

[d.kaufman]

Could always go with a longer barrel

Heritage Rough Rider 22 Long Rifle 16in Blued Revolver - 6 Rounds

Heritage Rough Rider 22 Long Rifle 16in Blued Revolver - 6 Rounds

www.sportsmans.com

 

[Route 45]

I don't know that a .22 snub is good for anything at all. What is your intended use? I'd want at least a 3" barrel on any .22 revolver. Like what used to be called a "kit" gun. Would be handy for just knocking around the homestead.

Something like this is really cool. But $$$



If you want something inexpensive, but fun and useful, get yourself a Ruger Wrangler.

 

[schmart]

RK has a revolver chambered in 22lr. it seems to have a very short barrel. Just wondering about the applications it would have with such a short barrel? Seems like limit d to plinking? Also seems like having any degree of accuracy may be a challenge?

Thanks

IMO a short barrel 22 revolver is limited to very specific uses. I'd love a NAA 22 revolver simply because of its miniscule size but wouldn't think of it as my first 22 or my first revolver. My recommendation is to think of what you are wanting to do with it. for most situations, some of the Heritage or Ruger Wrangler revolvers, would be a better choice.

Can't tell if you are interested in purchasing this revolver or if you are confused as to it's usefulness. For the latter, likely many would agree. If interested, before being able to offer any suggestions, we would need to understand your use cases.

(use cases... Fishing box gun w/ alternating shake shot, and stinger loads. glove box guns for rodent/wild dog dispatching, etc.)
--Rick

 

[KellyinAvon]

RK has a revolver chambered in 22lr. it seems to have a very short barrel. Just wondering about the applications it would have with such a short barrel? Seems like limit d to plinking? Also seems like having any degree of accuracy may be a challenge?

Thanks

You can catch a Ruger wrangler on sale for a pretty good price. As far as the Heritage arms, Roughriders, the 6 1/2 inch barrel version is on sale at RK fairly often. I have one in my safe, it’s definitely not a Smith & Wesson, but for plinking and introducing a newbie to firearms, it is an excellent gun.

 

[cg21]

I have handled and used both a wrangler and a heritage …… for the trap line and such.

For the money I give the slight edge to the wrangler … because I hate the safety on the heritage …. Wrangler Sights are a bit more distinguished Also you have to half cock heritage to spin the cylinder.

And to top it all off when I had the heritage my ballistol cleaner took the graphic right off the grip.

That being said a snub nose heritage would be a great dispatching tool.

 

[model1994]

snub nose .22 revolver with shotshell ammunition might be interesting

 

[Expat]

I have the Ruger SP101 in .22. It is a 4.2 inch and I dont think I would want one shorter than that.

 

[wcd]

I don't know that a .22 snub is good for anything at all. What is your intended use? I'd want at least a 3" barrel on any .22 revolver. Like what used to be called a "kit" gun. Would be handy for just knocking around the homestead.

Something like this is really cool. But $$$

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If you want something inexpensive, but fun and useful, get yourself a Ruger Wrangler.

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Yeah it really does not have an intended use I guess it’s more of a would like to have thing.

Admittedly I do like Ruger.

 

[wcd]

You can catch a Ruger wrangler on sale for a pretty good price. As far as the Heritage arms, Roughriders, the 6 1/2 inch barrel version is on sale at RK fairly often. I have one in my safe, it’s definitely not a Smith & Wesson, but for plinking and introducing a newbie to firearms, it is an excellent gun.

Kind of leaning towards the Ruger, just because i have always been very pleased with their offerings I have purchased.

Besides I did realize I think it’s mandatory that you have at least one Revolver to go with a Lever Action?

 

[wcd]

I have the Ruger SP101 in .22. It is a 4.2 inch and I dont think I would want one shorter than that.

That’s what I was wondering, seems like velocity would be hindered out of a short barrel ?

 

[wcd]

IMO a short barrel 22 revolver is limited to very specific uses. I'd love a NAA 22 revolver simply because of its miniscule size but wouldn't think of it as my first 22 or my first revolver. My recommendation is to think of what you are wanting to do with it. for most situations, some of the Heritage or Ruger Wrangler revolvers, would be a better choice.

Can't tell if you are interested in purchasing this revolver or if you are confused as to it's usefulness. For the latter, likely many would agree. If interested, before being able to offer any suggestions, we would need to understand your use cases.

(use cases... Fishing box gun w/ alternating shake shot, and stinger loads. glove box guns for rodent/wild dog dispatching, etc.)
--Rick

I guess it just caught my eye and made me think well I do not have a single revolver. Seems like perhaps a good idea for inexpensive shooting and letting someone learn to shoot.

 

[stocknup]

Not sure how practical a short barreled .22 would be ........As most have said , I would opt for a longer barrel .
I have always been a big fan of the older High Standards and Sentinels ( most all were 9 shot )
The Sportsman model is a pretty versatile and fun gun to have ......

 

[Sigblitz]

Would you want a sa or a da? Another thing to consider.
Personally, I like da.

 

[Sigblitz]

I say go for it. It's good cheap fun. Don't shoot with your hand on the side of the cylinder.

 

[wcd]

I say go for it. It's good cheap fun. Don't shoot with your hand on the side of the cylinder.

That is one of the things that has always made me avoid revolvers. I definitely need to learn a little more about them.

 

[DadSmith]

Don't forget to check out these guys if you're into 22lr. You can get 22lr, and a 22mag cylinder. 9 shot.

Diamondback Sidekick

Click to read tech specs of the first revolver from Diamondback Firearms! Made in the US, the Sidekick combines the cowboy look with modern features!

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[schmart]

Yeah it really does not have an intended use I guess it’s more of a would like to have thing.

Admittedly I do like Ruger.

Simply catching your eye is a valid reason for purchasing a gun.. even if you never shoot it. I'd guess most of the guns bought by collectors are never fired.
Rick

 

[92FSTech]

A small-framed short-barrelled .22 is an incredibly practical gun. I have a 3" S&W model 63-5 in .22LR. It's an awesome handy little gun. I have killed more varmints with it around the house than any other gun I own.

It's been getting a workout lately. My in-laws bought a vacant house that we have been gutting to the frame and remodeling. It had a family of raccoons living in it, and bats, mice, groundhogs, etc. When I'm working over there, the 63 gets carried with 4 rounds of .22 shotshell and 4 with standard projectiles. The shotshells work great for little pests, and anything bigger gets the other stuff. I came face to face with 2 raccoons in a ceiling early on in the project, and 2 rounds each of CCI Blazer 40gr solved that problem decisively (1 round each likely would have done it, but it's good to be sure).

As to the Heritage and Wrangler recommendations...I have extensive experience with both, and both are cheap toys. The Wrangler has a slight step up on the Heritage only because it lacks the stupid plastic safety. If you're just looking for an occasional plinker, either of them will work, but for a quality single-action revolver in .22, a Single-Six is the way to go.

 

[cosermann]

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