Help me pick a .22

[46and2]

So currently we have an M&P full size 9mm and a Shield 9mm. When we go to the range we really like to shoot a bunch, so I want to pick up a .22. I am having a bit of a time deciding between rifle and pistol. I am leaning rifle a little because we already have 2 pistols. But I do not have a rifle safe, so that is something to consider too. What's out there that won't break the bank? I was hoping to keep it under $500 new. The M&P15-22 looks kind of neat, but so do some of the Ruger Mark III pistols. So what do you guys like for plinking?

 

[THE JOKER]

Ruger 10/22

 

[Biggsly]

Rifle....Ruger 10/22
pistol....Browning Buckmark
Yo can get both for under $500 and have a blast.

 

[been]

wait till the MP40 .22 comes out.

 

[46and2]

Cool. I checked out the Buckmark and it looks like a good value. I am going to research the 10/22. Thanks!

 

[PUMPKIN]

i myself want the mp 15/22 magpul edition!!

 

[bsmith918]

10/22 is a great choice. Also, look at the Ruger 22/45 or Mark III for a handgun. Both of the Ruger's I mentioned and the Buckmark are great! You should be able to pick up both a 10/22 and a Buckmark or 22/45 for around $500.

 

[Biggsly]

Cool. I checked out the Buckmark and it looks like a good value. I am going to research the 10/22. Thanks!

Great thing about these two isthat they are easy to shoot, easy to clean, and are very dependable. + the after market parts you can buy for these are unlimited. If you decide that you do not like them they will sell fast.

 

[ripnbst]

If you are looking for something a little cheaper than the 10/22, well OK alot cheaper the Mossberg 702 Plinkster is great. I've got one and it shoots very well and hasn't given me any issues pick one up at your local Walmart. Same goes for 10/22 though.

 

[10Seconds]

Ruger 10/22 is hard to beat for a .22 rifle. For a pistol people split between the Browning Buckmark and the Ruger MK 2, e etc. Its really preference, but I prefer t shoot the Ruger pistol but would rather clean the buckmark!