browning buckmark ?
I want to buy a fun and cheap firing pistol , there's s range at my house but I just have rifles, I've heard a lot of good feedback from the buckmark, but there's like 6 models, what barrel length or model would be better for an accurate .22
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Howdy brunette,
Excellant choice. They are all accurate!
I purchased a Buckmark back when they first came out-- the "plain Jane" basic model that comes with adjustable rear sight + 6" barrel, (forget the model name?), and it was and still is more accurate than I can shoot, & reliable. I'd buy the same thing again, it's a winner.
Really the question is for what purpose & dollar amount you wish to spend?-- for casual yet high grade plinking & target shoots in the backyard that basic 6" model will fill the need nicely. Then you get in with the bull barrel, etc, to supposidly enhance accuracy at more cost that fits the bill for the more serious shooter.
A nice looker, too, (the S&W equive is down right ugly, hah), but my only beef is with disassembly, no fun for me when comparing to the simplicity of the 1911. So, Gun Scrubber comes in most handy, along with otherwise regular cleaning/oiling after every shoot and haven't had a licks problem with functioning.
Enjoy
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Also, another good candidate for a first .22 pistol are the Rugers, MK-1,2,or 3. They frequently show up in pawnshops and on consignment in gunshops. They are good quality and fun to shoot. 0 -
I'm considering between a Ruger 512 and Browning. Trying the justify if the $100 more charged for the Browning is worth it. 0 -
I have owned (still own a buckmark) both. I favor the buckmark becouse of the grip angle. Works better for me. 0 -
I would consider the BUCKMARK model that has both Iron Sights and mounting system for a red dot . Most people have trouble with hitting what they want because front sight ,rear sight, and target are on three different focal planes. With red dot you center the red round dot on center of target both on same focal plane.[^]The Ruger has different grip angle I don't care for and a PITA to take down to clean. 0 -
ruger mk2.... i have 5 of them. would never consider a mk 3..hang up problems due to the loaded chamber indicator. 0 -
My first choice is my High Standard HD Military, my BIL Buckmark then my MKII Heavy Bbl in stainless. But when it comes to functioning with the raft of crap 22 ammo my S&W 53 is 100%. A lot slower using the incerts but soon I will have a fitted K22 cylinder just for Long Rifles, not the Jet. 0 -
I've had several Ruger MKIIs but a stainless bull barrel has stuck with me for at least 20 or so years and a Buckmark for about 10 ... both are nice but the Buckmark is a bit smoother to start with.
That being said, just about any High Standard or Smith 41 puts them both to shame, but they typically are a higher price point.
A year or two ago I got the itch for a Colt Cadet (had one before and foolishly traded it off); when I couldn't find what I wanted and picked up a Beretta Neos, which is more comparable to the Ruger ... then I found a Colt 22 (previously called the Cadet) which I liked much better.
Of them all, I prefer my 104 High Standard Trophy ...0 -
I have a camper and just absolutely love it. Very accurate, relatively easy to break down and clean. Unless you lose the Allen wrench for it. But, it's common, so not to worry too much about that. Or not break it down and clean it with a bore snake.
My suggestion is you handle a couple of them and see which will balance better in your hand for weight. I understand all the grips are the same with them. But, you can get custom grips relatively easy.
They also do very well with scopes.0 -
were can you get the mk2, they dont make them anymore do they? 0 -
quote:Originally posted by brunette63
were can you get the mk2, they dont make them anymore do they?
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