.22 LR Pistols
- Out Of StockVOLQUARTSEN Black Mamba 22LR 4.5in 2x 10rd Mags Arctic Camo Pistol (VF4M-0049)Arctic Camo4.5" BarrelBlack Hogue GripsBlack Anodized Aluminum Single-Port CompensatorFiber Optic Front and Target Rear SightsRuger MK IV 22/45 FrameVolquartsen Accurizing Kit InstalledVolquartsen ...
$1,669.00 - Out Of StockWALTHER P22 Q 22LR 3.42in 10rd Angel Blue Pistol (5120760)Double-Action/Single-Action TriggerCaptured Recoil SpringThreaded BarrelAmbidextrous Slide Safety and Magazine Release3 Dot Adjustable SightsSerrated Stainless Steel SlidePolymer Frame with ...
$244.99 - Out Of StockPHOENIX HP22A Rangemaster, 22LR, 5in Barrel, 10 Round Magazine, Adjustable Sights (HP22ARMB)Matte black finish5 inch vented rib barrelExtended grip stagger box magazineIntegrated pistol locking device Phoenix Arms model .22LR Range Kit features the HP22A with a 5-inch vented rib barrel ...
$164.99 - Out Of StockNORTH AMERICAN ARMS Black Widow 2in 22LR/22Mag 5rd Fixed Sight PVD Coating Conversion Pistol (NAA-BWC-CRK)5-Shot Capacity.22 Magnum /.22 Long RifleHeavy Vent BarrelMarble Arms Fixed SightsBull CylinderPVD Coating The Black Widow Revolver evolved from NAA popular .22 Magnum frame series and include ...Clearance
$339.99 - Out Of StockBROWNING Buck Mark Plus Vision Americana .22LR 5.9in 10rd Semi-Automatic Pistol with GRITR Multi-Caliber Universal Gun Cleaning Kit and GRITR Soft Pistol CaseThis kit includes all that you need to feel protected - Browning Buck Mark Plus Vision Americana .22LR 5.9in 10rd Semi-Automatic Pistol, Gritr Multi-Caliber Universal Gun Cleaning Kit and Gritr ...
$675.00 - Out Of StockTAURUS TX22 22LR 4.10in 2x 10rd Mag Hard Anodized Black Pistol with GRITR Multi-Caliber Universal Gun Cleaning Kit and GRITR Soft Pistol CaseThis kit includes all that you need to feel protected - Walther PPQ M2 .45 ACP 4.25in Black 12rd XS F8 Night Sights Pistol, Gritr Multi-Caliber Universal Gun Cleaning Kit and Gritr Soft Pistol ...
$259.99 - Out Of StockAMERICAN TACTICAL GSG FireFly HGA .22LR 4in 10rd Semi-Automatic Pistol With Discrete Bussiness Smoke Grey BagThe kit includes all that you need to feel protected - AMERICAN TACTICAL GSG FireFly HGA .22LR 4in 10rd Semi-Automatic Pistol with Discrete Bussiness Smoke Grey BagExcellent training pistol to ...
$209.90 - Out Of StockHK MP5 22LR 8.5" 25rd Black Pistol (81000470)Blowback action22LR1 25-Round Magazine The MP5 submachine gun is easily the most famous of all HK gun designs. In fact, the sleek lines of the MP5 may be the most recognizable gun silhouette of ...
$519.99 - Out Of StockKEYSTONE SPORTING ARMS Crickett .22LR 10.5in 1rd Single-Action Pistol (KSA693)Rebounding firing pin automatically blocked to prevent accidental dischargeSynthetic StockManually cocking single-shot bolt action The Crickett synthetic pistol was inspired by a classic feel. ...
$120.99 - Out Of StockBROWNING Buck Mark Micro Bull Suppressor Ready 22LR 4.4in 10rd Matte Black Rimfire Pistol (51569490)4.4" matte blued bull barrel with 1/2"-28 suppressor ready threads (Thread protector included)Matte black finishBlack on black UFX rubber overmolded gripsPro-Target adjustable rear ...
$479.99 - Out Of StockTAURUS TX22 .22LR 4.1in 2x 16rd Mags Manual Safety FDE Splatter/Black Pistol (1-TX22141SP3)Single ActionThreaded BarrelFixed Front SightAdjustable Rear SightPicatinny RailTrigger SafetyManual SafetyStriker BlockIncludes (2) 16rd Magazines Engineered to deliver best-in-class accuracy ...
$300.99 - Out Of StockTAURUS TX22 Compact .22LR 3.6in Non Thread Barrel 2x 10rd Mags Manual Safety Black Pistol (1-TX22331-10)Single ActionNon Threaded BarrelFixed Front SightDrift Adjustable Serrated Rear SightTaurus Optic Ready Option T.O.R.O.Accessory RailTrigger SafetyManual SafetyStriker BlockIncludes (2) 10rd ...
$222.99 - Out Of StockTAURUS TX22 Competition .22LR 5.25in 3x 16rd Mags Black Pistol with Soft Case (1-TX22C15UF-CK)Threaded BarrelFixed Front SightAdjustable Rear SightOptic (Red Dot) MountPicatinny RailManual SafetyStriker BlockTrigger SafetyIncludes (3) 16rd Magazines and a Soft Case The Taurus TX22 ...
$450.37 - Out Of StockTAURUS TX22 Compact 22LR 3.6in 2x13rd Riton Optic Black/Black Pistol (1-TX22131-RI).22LR caliberCompact frame sizeThreaded barrelOptic (Red Dot) Mount; Taurus optic ready option T.O.R.O.Accessory railPolymer frame materialHard anodized black slide finishTrigger Safety, Manual ...
$329.99 - Out Of StockSIG SAUER P322-COMP 22LR 4in 20rd/25rd Mags Black/Stainless Pistol with ROMEOZero Elite Sight (322C-T-COMP-RXZE)Two tone competition slide equipped with ROMEOZero ELITE and slide rackerCompensator-equipped barrelSport takedown leverExtended magazine catchFlat / curved triggers (both included)(1) 20-round ...6% off
$609.99$649.99 - Out Of StockVOLQUARTSEN Mini Scorpion 22LR 3in 10rd Semi-Automatic Pistol (VC3SN‑0590)Includes a black anodized finish to ensure longevity and wear resistanceRubber Hogue grips with finger grooves help with positive retention while firingKnurled knobs on the left side of the pistol ...Clearance
$1,334.00 - Out Of StockSIG SAUER P322 TacPac .22LR 4in 10rd 2-Tone Moss Green OR Pistol With Holster (322C-TAS-MGR-TACPAC-10)Optic Ready Removable Rear Sight PlateSuppressor-Ready with Included Threaded Barrel AdapterInterchangeable Trigger Shoes (flat and curved included)Fiber Optic Front and Rear SightsAmbi Controls ...Clearance
$449.99 - Out Of StockRUGER Mark IV 22/45 22LR 4.4in 10rd Semi-Automatic Pistol (43949)Features a conveniently located push-button magazine release on the left side of the frameAmbidextrous manual safety can be converted to left-side only with included washerContoured ejection port ...
$535.99 - Out Of StockRUGER SR22 22LR 3.5in 10rd Polar Blue/Black Semi-Automatic Pistol (3653)Perfect firearm for any shooting activityComfortable grip can be interchanged between two sizesSlide has front and back serrations to give the shooter the best grip for slide manipulationLarge ...
$4.99 - Out Of StockRUGER SR22 22LR 3.5in 10rd Black/Gold Semi-Automatic Pistol (3654)Model features vented slide with gold PVD barrel, hammer and triggerLight double-action and crisp single-action trigger pullsExternal hammer is designed with a rounded spur for easy cocking and ...
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Introduced in 1884, the .22 Long Rifle (or .22 LR) cartridge is not just still popular today. It’s a big draw for many shooters around the globe. It is used in a broad range of pistols, revolvers, rifles, and smoothbore shotguns. Many firearms manufacturers even produce .22 LR conversion kits to enable gun owners to shoot the .22 LR rounds using a firearm chambered for another cartridge.
Why Do Shooters Continue to Choose .22 LR Handguns?
But what makes both novice and expert shooters buy .22 Long Rifle pistols today when there are other not-so-old cartridges around like 9mm Luger or .45 ACP?
One of the reasons is .22 LR’s low cost. The ammo cost can play a crucial part, especially if you shoot on a routine basis. With the costs per round between $0.05 to $0.20, the .22 LR ammo is the least expensive available on the market. If you compare .22 LR with the second most popular cartridge, 9mm Luger, the costs for the latter are between $0.19 to $1.00. The math speaks for itself.
Another factor that contributed to the popularity of .22 LR pistols is light recoil and soft report. You can’t find a better cartridge for practicing than the .22 LR. A low recoil ensures comfort and prevents the development of a flinch. Flinching is a habit when a shooter makes nervous movements to counter-anticipate the recoil and report of a firearm. With low-recoil pistols, you’ll master marksmanship faster and won’t acquire bad habits.
Can .22 LR Pistols Be Used for Self-Defense?
Compact and lightweight .22 LR pistols may seem like a plausible choice for concealed carry or self-defense, but this is a topic of ongoing debate. The .22 LR cartridge is in fact inferior to the most handgun cartridges in demand today. As it is small and lightweight, it possesses low impact energy and travels at lower velocities. This means you need to be close enough to the target (50 yds at max for a pistol) and that you will probably need follow-up shots to incapacitate.
All this does not mean that a .22 LR pistol can’t be self-defense-material in the right hands. Choosing any defensive handgun is a compromise. You just need to know the advantages and limitations of your firearm to have any situation under control. And since a .22 LR pistol obviously offers some benefits that make it stand out among other handguns, you can easily opt for it.
On GritrSports.com, you’ll find a broad range of .22 Long Range pistols from Ruger Mark IV pistol having an iconic design to Beretta M9A1 modern semi-auto handgun. Make sure to look at our .22 LR ammo as well.
FAQs
Is .22LR suitable for self-defense?
While .22LR can be used for self-defense, it’s not the most recommended option due to its lower stopping power compared to larger calibers. However, its low recoil and ease of use can help shooters fire accurately in critical situations. It’s most effective during warmer months when people wear lighter clothing.
What are the benefits of owning a .22LR pistol?
Owning a .22LR pistol is affordable both in terms of the firearm itself and the ammunition. It’s great for target practice and training due to low recoil and minimal noise. Plus, it’s versatile and fun to shoot.
Are .22LR pistols reliable?
Modern .22LR pistols from reputable manufacturers are generally reliable. However, reliability can vary depending on the brand of ammunition used, as .22LR is more susceptible to occasional misfires than centerfire cartridges.
What is a .22LR handgun good for?
A .22LR pistol is ideal for target shooting, plinking, pest control, and teaching beginners and kids how to shoot. It’s also a good tool for building foundational skills for more advanced shooting.
How does .22LR perform in terms of accuracy?
.22LR is known for excellent accuracy at shorter distances, making it great for target practice and competitions. Its mild recoil helps shooters stay precise with their aim.
Can a .22 pistol stop an intruder?
A .22 pistol can stop an intruder if critical areas are hit, but it lacks the stopping power of larger calibers. It’s not the most effective choice for self-defense, but it’s better than having no option at all. Plus, just showing the gun can often be enough to deter someone with bad intentions.
How far can a .22 pistol shoot?
A .22 pistol is effective at distances up to 50 yards for accurate shooting. Beyond that, the bullet’s energy and drop make it less effective.