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I don't see much discussion on this topic so I thought I would share the following. I own a Smith & Wesson M&P9c (compact) so when I was looking for a .22lr trainer that would match the size and shape of the M&P9c I decided to purchase the Ruger SR22 (before it came off the roster in California). My other option was to purchase the M&P22 but it was more of a match with the full-size version of the M&P9.
This will not be a full review of the M&P9c or the SR22 however both have performed very well with different types of ammunition. In fact, I was so impressed with both guns that I acquired two of each. I'm not here to say that they are an exact match because they differ in many ways (trigger pull, weight, disassembly, sights, external hammer and more....) but the size and shape of the SR22 serves my needs as a trainer for my M&P9c. Although I own several other .22lr pistols, the SR22 is a better training tool when transitioning new shooters from my SR22 to the M&P9c (same with my S&W 63 revolver in .22lr and my S&W 13 in 357mag/37spl). Unfortunately, micro stamping will most likely prevent the future sales of the SR 22 to civilians in California via gun store purchases (FFL). However, if you have the opportunity to purchase a SR22 via private party transfer, through an FFL, I would recommend that you do so. Other options may be the Walther P22 or the Sig Mosquito but I have no experience with either of those platforms.
This will not be a full review of the M&P9c or the SR22 however both have performed very well with different types of ammunition. In fact, I was so impressed with both guns that I acquired two of each. I'm not here to say that they are an exact match because they differ in many ways (trigger pull, weight, disassembly, sights, external hammer and more....) but the size and shape of the SR22 serves my needs as a trainer for my M&P9c. Although I own several other .22lr pistols, the SR22 is a better training tool when transitioning new shooters from my SR22 to the M&P9c (same with my S&W 63 revolver in .22lr and my S&W 13 in 357mag/37spl). Unfortunately, micro stamping will most likely prevent the future sales of the SR 22 to civilians in California via gun store purchases (FFL). However, if you have the opportunity to purchase a SR22 via private party transfer, through an FFL, I would recommend that you do so. Other options may be the Walther P22 or the Sig Mosquito but I have no experience with either of those platforms.
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