Browning Buckmark or Ruger SR22?

[Socalmedix]

Trying to decide on a new .22 pistol. What say the great Calguns opinion? I know not many people have the Ruger Sr 22 but I just would like to hear if anyone has an opinion on those two.

[Merc1138]

Based entirely on seeing the sr22 in pictures and video, I'd get the buckmark. Why? Because I think the "upside down" frame mounted safety on the sr22 is a horrible idea. If it were a slide mounted safety(I don't like those either), it's operation direction would make more sense to me.

[sholling]

I haven't shot the SR22 but I really enjoy my Buck Mark.

[Socalmedix]

That's what I figured, go with a product that has been tested and true.

[TakeFive]

Of the two, I'd go with the Browning. A third choice would be a Ruger Mark III if you really want a Ruger.

[Socalmedix]

Of the two, I'd go with the Browning. A third choice would be a Ruger Mark III if you really want a Ruger.

I wasn't set on a Ruger, just the new SR22 caught my eye, but I will probably get the Buckmark

[jimbos44]

20,000+ rounds in my slabside buckmark. broke firing pin and buffer . $7 and 30min good as new for another 20,000. 10rounds in a 2" square @25yds , priceless !

[ojisan]

As a Buckmark owner I have to say get the Buck.
However, as a Ruger fan I will be getting an SR-22.
I previously had the Walther P22 but it showed alarming wear early on so I sold it.
Hopefully the SR22 will hold up OK.

I think the Buckmark is best with some sort of optic as it has the accuracy to take advantage of them.
The SR22 would be a "combat pistol" type plinker for me...they are two different guns even though they are both autoloader .22s

[Getssum96]

Love my Buckmark slab side, with the URX grips and a Pride Fowler Rapid Reticle red dot on it. Even in my inexperienced hands the Red dot makes target acquisition and accuracy amazing.

That being said, if I was going to buy another one, I'd probably get either the version with the rail built into it. Or the camper special with URX grips that the LGS had on sale for $399. Came with 3 mags and a decent carrying case.

Another selling feature for the Buckmark? It can use the Ulitmate Clip Loader... I don't know if the SR22 can (MK series can though). Loading the mags that quickly is just great!

[Old4eyes]

The SR22 does not have a history. If you like being on the bleeding edge and the styling / ergonomics of the new Ruger strikes your fancy, do the SR22.

[gant]

the reviews for the sr22 even though its only been out for a couple weeks have been GREAT, this alone early in is promising, i pick mine up this saturday, for me im about looks of a gun too, and i love the fact its "tactical" looking

[b76]

I have nothing but great things to say about my buck mark URX. I love everything about it. And the modifications are bad ***. It's accurate as hell to. I would vote 100 percent to go browning but maybe I'm bias. Honestly am very happy, more satisfied than I thought I would ever be shooting a 22 if u know what I mean haha.

[BamBam-31]

It would take a pistol like the S&W 41 to outclass a Buckmark. If you don't already own one, go get one. I'd buy that Or a Mk III before an SR22 (and I really want one, too!).

[Rhatical]

Browning Buckmark all the way if it's your first .22lr handgun. Better yet, check out the Ruger SP101 .22lr revolver - that is what I would go with if you are OK with the higher price.

[Socalmedix]

It's not my 1st .22

I had a sig mosquito that I sold...

I want something more reliable if you know what I mean