GFarra31 4 Posted March 24, 2022 I think the answer is yes, but I thought I'd check in here. I'm considering a .22LR pistol for plinking fun. Any recommendations on a pistol? I know Rugar has one that seems to be highly regarded. I saw SIG has a new P322 which comes with a 20rd magazine and a threaded barrel. I know the magazine can be made compliant, is the threaded barrel a NJ no-no? Thank you, George Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Krdshrk 3,877 Posted March 24, 2022 Threaded barrel on the Sig P322 will be fine. I would look at the Taurus TX22 - great gun. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
CMJeepster 2,777 Posted March 24, 2022 Yes, a permit is required. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
M1152 713 Posted March 24, 2022 I have the Ruger SR22, Walther P22 Q, and GSG 1911 22LR. I shoot the GSG 1911 22LR mostly and like the Ruger SR22 next which competes with the Walther P22 Q. I purchased the GSG 1911 22LR on recommendation from a member here. One thing about the 22LR(s) is they like to run clean and some do better than others with the “bulk” ammo. links add as FYI https://www.budsgunshop.com/product_info.php/products_id/45249/gsg+gsg-m1911s+22+lr+single+22+lr+(lr)+5 https://www.handgunhero.com/compare/ruger-sr22-vs-walther-p22-q As per your title you actually need a permit for a BB or pellet gun in NJ Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
GFarra31 4 Posted March 24, 2022 Thank you all. I will check out the recommendations. I guess I should put an application in for handgun permits. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
124gr9mm 859 Posted March 24, 2022 I have a Ruger Mark IV 22/45 and I think it's a great pistol. Takedown/cleaning is PAINFULLY simple with the Mark IV's. They make a "Lite" version with lots of different colors, rails, and threaded barrel so you can tacticool it: Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ChrisJM981 924 Posted March 24, 2022 7 minutes ago, 124gr9mm said: I have a Ruger Mark IV 22/45 and I think it's a great pistol. Takedown/cleaning is PAINFULLY simple with the Mark IV's. They make a "Lite" version with lots of different colors, rails, and threaded barrel so you can tacticool it: Good luck finding a 22/45 lite. I've been going nuts looking for one. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
CMJeepster 2,777 Posted March 24, 2022 1 hour ago, FXDX said: Walther P22 Q This. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
EdF 323 Posted March 24, 2022 2 hours ago, ChrisJM981 said: Good luck finding a 22/45 lite. I've been going nuts looking for one. https://www.gunbroker.com/All/search?Keywords=Ruger Mark IV 22%2F45 lite&Sort=13 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
GFarra31 4 Posted March 24, 2022 That Ruger 22/45 Lite is really sweet looking. Okay, before I get my cart ahead of the horse.....I need to apply for a handgun permit This will be my first using the new e-system. wish me luck George 1 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Redeye65 162 Posted March 24, 2022 All great handguns above, the Taurus is always highly recommended, the 1911’s are also very fun to shoot, I have a Walther Colt tribute .22 that gets a lot of range time, functions like a 1911, has some weight to it like a 1911. My wife has the sr22 that she very much enjoys and shoots well, although she has pretty much claimed my Walther tribute as her own these days. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
GFarra31 4 Posted March 24, 2022 Well....I am hoping to also use this as a gateway to get my wife into handguns. She likes shooting 20g shotguns (clay pigeon), but never took to my SIGP320 in 9mm. LOL....its a gateway gun... But I am looking forward to plinking with it myself. I've shot my buddy's M&P15 rifle in .22LR and that is just a blast to shoot...all day looong! Permit application done online. Now just window shop online and wait George Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Scorpio64 5,147 Posted March 24, 2022 1 hour ago, GFarra31 said: I am hoping to also use this as a gateway to get my wife into handguns Whatever you do, avoid at all costs letting her try any of your favorite guns. Once a wifey has decided she likes one of your guns, yep, you guessed it. It becomes "her" gun. 1 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites