Thanks for the excellent work on your test of the SR22pistol. I now know I want one and in other readings I realize that the broken take-down lever assembly was more than likely due to improper recoil spring assembly, i.e., putting the large end on first onto the guide rod, likely allowing the spring to pass over the flanged end of the rod and subsequently leaving less tension on the spring and 1) letting the slide recoil to the point of lifting off the frame and 2)the the spring itself damaging the take down assembly. P.S. I have found that most of my auto pistols like Blazer ammo best for accuracy, function and cleaning afterwords.
I have researched the heck out of this pistol and finally was able to find one the other day (they are hard to find here in Massillon Ohio). This was by far the most intense and thorough review out there. You should be proud of this piece of journalism. Thanks again.
Outstanding review & photos. Had to check out 4 gun shops in San Diego before finding one that had the SR22 in stock. All the good info on the internet helped make the decision to purchase it.
Jus bought the SR22 today. Best semi-auto 22 I have EVER fired. Spent an exhausting 800 round day at the range with it and it was a pleasure to shoot. Loads of fun. ran over 900 rounds of Federal 36gr. copper plated hollow points through it with only 1 FTE and 1 FTF. The failure to fire was on the 1st pull. After a recocvk of the slide the second pull fired so it was an ammo problem. Just a tad bit heavier than the Walther P22 but a much improved design and well engineered. Can't say enough about this winner from Ruger. Only negative was the nylon case and lock which are both made in CHINA and not to MADE IN USA Ruger standards.
Based on this and other reviews, I hunted around until I found one local. Brought it home tonight, cleaned it, and shot several hundred rounds thru it. LOTS of fun. Great little pistol. Feels solid, and not at all plastic or cheap. My bro-in-law got a S&W 22A recently, and that's what gace me the 22LR bug. That's a good gun but a little big for my tastes. This SR22 is just as nice, in a better overall package, I think.
Federal Lightning ammo went thru fine for several mags, then started getting FTF's like 50% of the time. Switched to some Remington Thunderbolts, and put 150 rounds thru without one problem. Also tried CCI Velocitors, and those went without one problem. Great gun!
I'm just waiting on a threaded barrel version, since I don't want to pay for a $150 aftermarket barrel (though I may, eventually, if Ruger forces me to). Thanks for the review and pics! --evi1joe
After careful review, I decided to purchase a Ruger SR22-CT and so far the gun has been FANTASTIC, I have shot 500 rds of CCI-Blazer, 555 rds of Winchester White bulk and 550 rds of Federal bulk ammo and all 1605 rds were fired thru the barrel with no malfunctions whatsoever. Your review was instrumental in making my purchase and I would highly recommend the Ruger SR22 to anyone looking to purchase a .22LR pistol that is absolutely a thrill to shoot.
A lot of reviews have commented on that upside down safety. Have Ruger said anything about why they chose to do it that way?
This is the only gun I own with such a safety, upside down or right way up, so it doesn't really bother me. If I had more gun experience, it probably would.
What are the differences between all these models: SR22-CT SR22 SR22P SR22PB There's even one marked "SR22" in white lettering... and another model marked "SR22 Pistol" in white lettering.
My interpretation: SR22 = generic model name SR22P = SR22 Pistol. This comes marked on all versions (so far) SR22PB = SR22 Pistol Black slide finish (I think) SR22-CT = SR22 Pistol Black with Crimson Trace Laser SR22P-CTL = SR22 Pistol Black with Crimson Trace Light They are not making it easy. I'm curious to see what they call future versions.
Excellent review! I just found gunsumer.com when I was googling 'cleaning the SR22', and look forward to checking with it again in the future. We are trying to decide between a Walther P22 and the SR22 for my wife, and are leaning toward the SR22. Your article is an excellent review of it, and much appreciated.
Your comment on the purpose of the pin into the slot in the underside of the barrel is entirely wrong. if that pin takes any load at all, it will point load the barrel slot, deforming it (as seen with loose barrel screws by others with this pistol). The pin is for axial alignment purposes ONLY, nothing more, nothing less. The frictional force between barrel and its mating surfaces produced by the bolt tension is what transmits the firing loads between the frame and the barrel. That screw should be something on the order of an M4 or larger (based on the wrench size you used) (for reference, a properly torqued M4, should generate at least 800 pounds of clamping force (grade 10.9), although over time that will relieve by 10-20% in some cases).
Great job on your write-up! I purchased this little gun, and then found your site. Great little gun, I'm a 55 yo female, and it's a great fit, and like your wife, I prefer the larger grip. With too small of a grip, you just can't get a solid hold. Anyway, I appreciate your work, and thanks!
Excellent Review. top notch work here , the very best i have seen. thank you
ReplyDeleteThanks for the positive feedback. Always great to hear.
ReplyDeleteThanks for the excellent work on your test of the SR22pistol. I now know I want one and in other readings I realize that the broken take-down lever assembly was more than likely due to improper recoil spring assembly, i.e., putting the large end on first onto the guide rod, likely allowing the spring to pass over the flanged end of the rod and subsequently leaving less tension on the spring and 1) letting the slide recoil to the point of lifting off the frame and 2)the the spring itself damaging the take down assembly. P.S. I have found that most of my auto pistols like Blazer ammo best for accuracy, function and cleaning afterwords.
ReplyDeletegreat review. very thorough! i love the photos of the internals. helped me figure out what a few things were, what they do and how they do it :)
ReplyDeleteI have researched the heck out of this pistol and finally was able to find one the other day (they are hard to find here in Massillon Ohio). This was by far the most intense and thorough review out there. You should be proud of this piece of journalism. Thanks again.
ReplyDeleteRyan D
Massillon, Ohio
Great review, thanks!
ReplyDeleteOutstanding review & photos. Had to check out 4 gun shops in San Diego before finding one that had the SR22 in stock. All the good info on the internet helped make the decision to purchase it.
ReplyDeleteJus bought the SR22 today. Best semi-auto 22 I have EVER fired. Spent an exhausting 800 round day at the range with it and it was a pleasure to shoot. Loads of fun. ran over 900 rounds of Federal 36gr. copper plated hollow points through it with only 1 FTE and 1 FTF. The failure to fire was on the 1st pull. After a recocvk of the slide the second pull fired so it was an ammo problem. Just a tad bit heavier than the Walther P22 but a much improved design and well engineered. Can't say enough about this winner from Ruger. Only negative was the nylon case and lock which are both made in CHINA and not to MADE IN USA Ruger standards.
ReplyDeleteBased on this and other reviews, I hunted around until I found one local. Brought it home tonight, cleaned it, and shot several hundred rounds thru it. LOTS of fun. Great little pistol. Feels solid, and not at all plastic or cheap. My bro-in-law got a S&W 22A recently, and that's what gace me the 22LR bug. That's a good gun but a little big for my tastes. This SR22 is just as nice, in a better overall package, I think.
ReplyDeleteFederal Lightning ammo went thru fine for several mags, then started getting FTF's like 50% of the time. Switched to some Remington Thunderbolts, and put 150 rounds thru without one problem. Also tried CCI Velocitors, and those went without one problem. Great gun!
I'm just waiting on a threaded barrel version, since I don't want to pay for a $150 aftermarket barrel (though I may, eventually, if Ruger forces me to). Thanks for the review and pics! --evi1joe
ReplyDeleteGreat review and pic's!
ReplyDeleteI bought mine last week primarily as an IDPA training pistol; and couldn't be happier with it!
If I hadn't already bought one; your extensive review would have hade the decision an easy one.
I think this gun's a real "sleeper;" that's going to take off more and more as shooters come to realize what a great value it offers.
I love going to weekly IDPA practice w/o having to keep up with all my brass!
Again; great job on you're review and pictures.
Take care my friend,
Rick
I actually could care less about the gun- lock and case; as I won't use either, so the fact that they're Chinese made means nothing to me.
DeleteAfter considering it more; I'd rather keep it that way than have to cost of using US made accessories tacked onto the price of the pistol.
I have given several gun locks to friends to use as bicycle locks.
Rick
Rick,
ReplyDeleteThanks for the feedback. I still love mine and it continues to function flawlessly.
After careful review, I decided to purchase a Ruger SR22-CT and so far the gun has been FANTASTIC, I have shot 500 rds of CCI-Blazer, 555 rds of Winchester White bulk and 550 rds of Federal bulk ammo and all 1605 rds were fired thru the barrel with no malfunctions whatsoever. Your review was instrumental in making my purchase and I would highly recommend the Ruger SR22 to anyone looking to purchase a .22LR pistol that is absolutely a thrill to shoot.
ReplyDeleteI came close to buying one, but don't like that the safety is opposite of a 1911. You have to move it up to fire and down for safe.
ReplyDeleteA lot of reviews have commented on that upside down safety. Have Ruger said anything about why they chose to do it that way?
DeleteThis is the only gun I own with such a safety, upside down or right way up, so it doesn't really bother me. If I had more gun experience, it probably would.
> I decided to purchase a Ruger SR22-CT
ReplyDeleteWhat are the differences between all these models:
SR22-CT
SR22
SR22P
SR22PB
There's even one marked "SR22" in white lettering... and another model marked "SR22 Pistol" in white lettering.
My interpretation:
ReplyDeleteSR22 = generic model name
SR22P = SR22 Pistol. This comes marked on all versions (so far)
SR22PB = SR22 Pistol Black slide finish (I think)
SR22-CT = SR22 Pistol Black with Crimson Trace Laser
SR22P-CTL = SR22 Pistol Black with Crimson Trace Light
They are not making it easy. I'm curious to see what they call future versions.
Kevin, thanks for the info. Regarding the "black slide"... are there others colors/finishes?
DeleteTake a look at the link below for everything currently available from Ruger.
Deletehttp://ruger.com/products/sr22Pistol/models.html
First time out! (Every single round fired) Many diiferent brands.
ReplyDelete30 rounds CCI Blazer
50 rounds Federal Bulk
40 rounds CCI Mini Mag
30 rounds CCI Stinger
60 rounds Winchester 555 Bulk
50 rounds Winchester Bushman
Not a target pistol but fairly accurate. Veeerrrryyyy happy!!!
Excellent review! I just found gunsumer.com when I was googling 'cleaning the SR22', and look forward to checking with it again in the future. We are trying to decide between a Walther P22 and the SR22 for my wife, and are leaning toward the SR22. Your article is an excellent review of it, and much appreciated.
ReplyDeleteYour comment on the purpose of the pin into the slot in the underside of the barrel is entirely wrong. if that pin takes any load at all, it will point load the barrel slot, deforming it (as seen with loose barrel screws by others with this pistol). The pin is for axial alignment purposes ONLY, nothing more, nothing less. The frictional force between barrel and its mating surfaces produced by the bolt tension is what transmits the firing loads between the frame and the barrel. That screw should be something on the order of an M4 or larger (based on the wrench size you used) (for reference, a properly torqued M4, should generate at least 800 pounds of clamping force (grade 10.9), although over time that will relieve by 10-20% in some cases).
ReplyDeleteI love mine! Very reliable and super fun. Good trigger too!
ReplyDeleteGreat job on your write-up! I purchased this little gun, and then found your site. Great little gun, I'm a 55 yo female, and it's a great fit, and like your wife, I prefer the larger grip. With too small of a grip, you just can't get a solid hold. Anyway, I appreciate your work, and thanks!
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