JustEd

Just saw a Ruger Mkiv 22 bull barrel. It was the" tactical "version. Apparently it seems to mean it has a pic rail on top and under the barrel. Too bad the trigger was the usual somewhat rough and gritty type. Also featured a long pull with gobs of over travel. Not badmouthing Ruger. I had the original mk 22 and shot the heck out of it. But had a local smith smooth the trigger and install a screw to allow over travel adjustment. Guess that made it the Mk 1 "tactical" version.

Was not aware of that feature. Might look for one in a gun store. However I personally hate ported barrels on handguns. There is enough muzzle flash on a 357 from a regular barrel. jmo. And the rest of it looks fine. Congrats

Tactical seems to be a marketing term meant to attract buyers who are willing to spend a bit more, in the hopes of making a more effective handgun. To me, it just means decked out to looker cool. And, to make the gun look more capable, even without ever shooting the thing. Some of the best handguns I have ever owned/shot/competed with are seriously lacking in the good looks department.

They look pretty on a new gun and are often not much more than irons. Know I can't explain it well and someone will always have a different opinion, however: For me, red dots mess up my ability to point shoot as may be required in a self defense situation. Red dots beat the heck out of irons for use on steel targets at the range or in competition. While I have drilled with red dots, no longer would choose one for edc. Unless its just for the look cool factor.

Supposedly the list price is 777 dollars.

Yes, this one requires no tools, just push a button. One thing I dislike about bright stainless is the amount of powder residue and discoloration that accumulates on the face of the cylinder. Call me obsessive, but seems this would make it quicker to clean that off. Could be wrong. I am curious if this wear out and effects cylinder play Would need to watch review again but think it only supposed to disengage when the hammer is cocked. Would have to see it to fully understand

Yes, this one requires no tools, just push a button. One thing I dislike about bright stainless is the amount of powder residue and discoloration that accumulates on the face of the cylinder. Call me obsessive, but seems this would make it quicker to clean that off. Could be wrong.

I like the idea of a removable cylinder for cleaning.

Yes and their early pistols look suspiciously like imported designs. Not saying they are, just have questions. Would probably get the new revolver if it is actually made here. It’s a nice price and feature set.

A bit. Guess I like that design as already own a Kimber

https://diamondbackfirearms.com/sdr/ New self defense revolver. Saw a YouTube review of it and looks good. No experience with Diamondback and am wondering if this is actually made in Fl as claimed. Well, when they become available will have to check one out.

in my experience it is much more difficult to squire the red dot upon presentation if it is mounted high on the gun. Most 22's add the ability to mount red dot as an afterthought. In other words, they mount tooooo high. Practice can compensate for this, but only I do so regularly.

Not sure if you are looking for a micro/compact or full size range gun. Will share this from my experience. Almost every pre -installed red dot I have seen if lower in quality than Holosun , SIG, Vortex or other aftermarket red dots I have owned. Is that important to you? Depends on what the firearm is to be used for. If just casual range use, then might consider a factory dot. Otherwise I would pick the red dot first, then the gun. btw,love the Sig P365 and Hellcat for carry. Would never be happy with their supplied red dots though. Hey peeps, it's just my opinion. User experience and susceptibility to advertising claimsmay alter one's perception.

I had a 6" security six in the 80's. It was a good solid pistol with a sloppy trigger and weird balance. Never got used to it

Look at it this way. There is no such thing as the perfect handgun. It depends on what you like and what you can afford. Anything that shoots is 100% better than a stick. Good suggestions here. Any would do

Glad it works for you. Your story was entertaining. Hey, we all get old.

Color me confused. about the P365 full size announced. When I bought a SIG P365 years ago, thought it was full-size, for a pocket gun. Later the P320 came out and I got that too. It was not a pocket gun and did not expect SIG to bring out a fuller plus size version of it in the future. Are they now telling me my P365 was just a baby and the ones they are now selling are fully growed up like their brethren P320? Will there withered Senior in a home model? A mid frame sized full size model? A vegan model? Confused!

Taurus are fine in my experience. Not fancy, maybe a bit rough finish wise. They don’t seem to have as much of the timing and parts breaking issues once infamous for. I have a semi-auto G3c which I think highly of for a cheap gun Thos week looked at a model 605 at Bud’s in Sevierville. Price was good but decided it was a bit lacking in fit and finish. FOR ME I am willing to spend the extra bucks for a Smith or a Kimber revolver. The Kimber K6XS is under 600 and is very well made. I carry one in rotation it’s also 6 shot

One thing I learned in the tx22 is making sure the rounds are staggered in the magazine. Otherwise it will missfeed. Using the supplied Taurus loader makes it easy. Can do it be hand if I don’t rush and make sure each round is staggered

Anonymous Armed? Wait, there are storm troopers at my door now….. No Mr Fed, I didn’t say that. Someone stole my identity

If just for your own target use, consider a GOOD 1911. I know I know, old school. But they still are magnificent X ring shooters.

Just to add an observation. I ALWAYS want to get the red dot mounted as low as possible on a handgun. Adapter plates are a good mounting solution, but proper slide. milling seems to give the most desirable results From my point of view anyway

Had a Hellcat which needed nubs shortened or removed. Was inexpensive through local Smith. Result was a superb optic equipped handgun Have seen non mos 43x milled for Holosun. Looked very worthwhile That person uses it as edc

The Hellcat would be my choice over the Max 9…all day long Have owned and shot both. Carried the Hellcat for about two years (in rotation). Neither have great triggers but dislike the Ruger’s most. The Ruger also rattles like a can full of rocks Congrats to him on the Hellcat. Also, it is easy to upgrade the trigger on it

Consider this: Taurus GX4 Carry TORO. Should be under 4 out the door.