Ruger SR22 Pistol

Long known for their high quality 22 pistols, Ruger has released the SR22 semi-automatic handgun as an addition to their popular Mark series of semi-auto 22 pistols. Back in 1949, Ruger released the Standard pistol which would later take on the "Mark" name. There has been a Mark I, II, & most recently the Mark III. The Ruger SR22 pistol does not replace the popular Mark series pistols, but rather it offers shooters another fun Ruger pistol for plinking, target shooting, short range pest control, or even a self defense pistol for someone that is incapable of shooting a larger caliber gun. Most people would not recommend a .22 as a defense gun, but for someone that would not be able to shoot a heavier recoil handgun, then a .22 would definitely be better than nothing. The Ruger SR22 handgun is constructed with a polymer frame, an aluminum slide, and a stainless steel barrel. These lightweight materials help to bring the weight of the SR22 down to a little over 1 pound (17.5 oz to be exact).

Ruger SR22 Pistol

If you are a gun enthusiast, you may have noticed an increased popular in 22 firearms, and it seems that most manufacturers are coming out with new guns chambered in the popular 22LR. There are conversion kits for larger caliber pistols that allow you to shoot 22LR ammo. Why such an interest in this lowly little round? COST! If you enjoy shooting, then you've probably noticed the ever increasing price of ammunition. If a person shoots a lot, then it is not uncommon for ammunition expenses to quickly exceed the purchase price of the gun. As a result of the high price of ammunition, more and more people are coming back to the trusty 22LR round. Guns that shoot 22LR are becoming more popular, because they offer the opportunity to have fun and also to train using inexpensive ammunition. At the time this is being written, the author of this article has purchase bulk pack 22LR ammo for as little as 2.9 cents per round! You can't beat that!

Ruger SR22 Handgun Exploded Diagram

The Ruger SR22 pistol is a Single Action/Double Action (SA/DA) design. A 3 dot sight has a fixed front sight and an adjustable rear sight which can be fine tuned in both windage and elevation. A Picatinny rail at the underside of the front of the frame can be used to mount a tactical light or a laser. The ambidextrous thumb actuated safety and decocker lever, and the ambidextrous mag release button means that this gun will be at home with those who shoot with their left or right hand. Take down is easy and can be done quickly with no tools. A single lever is actuated by hand to allow the slide to be removed for cleaning and maintenance. When you remove the slide, you will see that the replaceable stainless steel barrel is fixed and held in place with a screw. The SR22 handgun comes with a soft case, two 10 round mags, two interchangeable rubber grip sleeves, and 2 magazine floorplates with finger extensions. For those wanting a holster, Ruger lists the BLACKHAWK SIZE 11 NYLON PADDLE as being compatible with the SR22. In addition, the following Uncle Mike's holsters are also listed: SIZE 16 HORIZONTAL, SK 12 HIP, PADDLE 1, SBS 16. In conclusion, the Ruger SR22 pistol is another great firearm from Sturm, Ruger and Company. Below you will find a summary of the specs on the SR22.

Specifications of Ruger SR22 Handgun

CALIBER: 22 LR

CAPACITY: 10+1

ACTION: Single and Double Action

BARREL LENGTH: 3.50 inches

LENGTH: 6.40 inches

HEIGHT: 4.90 inches

WIDTH: 1.29 inches

WEIGHT: 17.5 ounces

RIFLING: 6 grooves @ 1:16" RH

MSRP: $399.00