I was at shore shot yesterday looking to get a 22 pistol. I was thinking that I would get a Walther P22, but it was a little small in my hands and I really didn't like the way you release the mags. When putting the P22 back in the glass showcase, I saw what looked like a standard M&P 9mm but it had a 22 stamped on it. Low and behold, it was the new M&P 22 pistol hot off the mill. It looks and feels very much like it's big brothers. Mag and slide release felt like it was custom fit to my medium sized hands. I got a box of CCI's and it went through them without a hitch. Although you would expect that with CCI's...going to try some Federal Value Packs to see how they do. Also has a 12+1 round capacity, but it only comes with one mag. All in all, I love the looks/feel and think it's the nicest 22 pistol around. I was thinking of picking up a G19 as well but they didn't have the Gen4's. Now that I have the M&P 22, I'll most likely pick up an M&P 9mm next. Great way to practice using the same/similar feeling firearm without spending a fortune on ammo. Time will tell to see how it holds up.

I'm thinking that i need a M&P 22 in my life...

price??

It was $450, which is above MSRP...supply and demand I suppose. However, I didn't pay range or rental fees and I got the member pricing on ammo. So, it ended being around $380 + tax/nics.

I have been thinking about getting one of these as well. I have the M&P 45 full size and the fact that it is basically the same platform interests me.

 

Good luck with it and good shooting!!!

I have some coming in soon.

Just a quick follow up on the M&P 22...I'm liking it more and more. I've put around 1000 rounds through it and it's performing great with CCI Mini-Mags and Federal Bulk HP. It got real dirty and had some FTF/FTE's with the Remy Golden Bullets (never using those again). Anyway, it had a lot of lube from the factory so I stripped her down and cleaned off the excess lube. I also polished the hammer/sear and got the pull down from 5.17 lbs to 4.45 lbs. One other thing I did was to add a small piece of carbon fiber to the trigger stop so there's minimal over travel after the hammer releases. The trigger is now lighter, smoother and crisper with minimal play. I was considering taking all the guts out to see what else I can mod, but decided to leave it as the 4.45 lb pull is fine for now. Those thinking about it shouldn't have any reservations as it's a great pistol.

Just a quick follow up on the M&P 22...I'm liking it more and more.

 

Does it feel "quality?" I heard its much like the p22 Is the slide aluminum? The slide on my in laws p22 shows pretty significant wear in different spots after many bricks. I would shoot the $hi7 out of a mp22 so I would hope its durable.

Haven't seen one at the stores here, however playing with one at Shot Show, the gun felt great.

I have two in stock. Feels solid. It is made in Germany.

How much?

Does it feel "quality?" I heard its much like the p22 Is the slide aluminum? The slide on my in laws p22 shows pretty significant wear in different spots after many bricks. I would shoot the $hi7 out of a mp22 so I would hope its durable.

 

The wear you are seeing on the P22 is more than likely the undressed edges on the trigger bar, you can clean them up and polish them and eliminate any further wear and make the gun a little smoother.

 

Check out the link I attached and it starts to cover how to do this on page 54.

 

P22 Bible

 

Harry

Pics?

It feels solid. It's the same size as an M&P9 but is lighter. Therefore, I would guess that the slide is alum or other lighter weight metal.

Just curious in an update about your feelings towards this gun are they still all/mainly positive? How does it match up to say a ruger mark III or buckmark?

It was $450, which is above MSRP...supply and demand I suppose.

 

So, this is the definition of a retailer with whom I would never do any business. Buy it somewhere else where the proprietors are not interested in soaking you for all you are worth today.

 

The S&W M&P-22 has an MSRP of $419.

 

According to the Gun Genie, Paul at Arms-N-Ammo will sell it for $352.

 

So, that speaks for itself. Paying retail is rough enough; paying above MSRP is a bad thing.

So, this is the definition of a retailer with whom I would never do any business. Buy it somewhere else where the proprietors are not interested in soaking you for all you are worth today.The S&W M&P-22 has an MSRP of $419. According to the Gun Genie, Paul at Arms-N-Ammo will sell it for $352.So, that speaks for itself. Paying retail is rough enough; paying above MSRP is a bad thing.

 

I knew I was paying over MSRP but nobody else had it...supply vs demand, I suppose. I don't mind so much as it was my choice to buy it.

I knew I was paying over MSRP but nobody else had it...supply vs demand, I suppose. I don't mind so much as it was my choice to buy it.

 

Some will understand that you want it and just had to have it and a little above MSRP isn't for everyone it's what you wanted and you are happy and thats all the matters. I do have to ask, did you ever source the gun locally with the Price checker hare on the Forum? If so, OK, if not, do yourself a favor, use it and see what you get back from the local FFL's and shops. It surprised me the first time I used it and while I will highly recommend Tony and Paul as not only fantastic FFL's who are very fare but also just great guys to do business with and I will use them again anytime, however I did find a guy Ira at Legends just a short drive from my house that is also a great FFL, and very fare and is my go to FFL being he is close to where I live. There are also others in the state that come highly recommended, plus supporting the local guys is a way to keep them in business, and that's good for not only them, but you and I and the rest of the NJ shooting community.

 

Harry

Some will understand that you want it and just had to have it and a little above MSRP isn't for everyone it's what you wanted and you are happy and thats all the matters. I do have to ask, did you ever source the gun locally with the Price checker hare on the Forum? If so, OK, if not, do yourself a favor, use it and see what you get back from the local FFL's and shops. It surprised me the first time I used it and while I will highly recommend Tony and Paul as not only fantastic FFL's who are very fare but also just great guys to do business with and I will use them again anytime, however I did find a guy Ira at Legends just a short drive from my house that is also a great FFL, and very fare and is my go to FFL being he is close to where I live. There are also others in the state that come highly recommended, plus supporting the local guys is a way to keep them in business, and that's good for not only them, but you and I and the rest of the NJ shooting community.

 

Harry

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I can second what Harry is saying. I recently joined this forum and submitted a request to the forum sponsors for a S&W 617. Within a few hours I received some quotes and within 24 hours I had 6! All were well below the MSRP on S&W's website. I had a few friendly and informational email exchanges with some of the FFLs. I started checking locations to see who was geographically closest to me. Ira at Legend Firearms also turned out to be almost in my back yard. He indicated he could get me the 617 at a very competitive price. I'm currently awaiting receipt of my purchase permit. I asked him if he would order it for me and offered to leave a deposit. Ira went ahead and ordered the pistol without requiring a deposit! We have not as yet met and this is my first transaction with him. Not too shabby and a nice step to establishing a trusted relationship. I hope to pick up the 617 in the next few weeks and fully expect to use Ira as my FFL for all of my future firearm purchases.

 

-- Bill Z

I've always used the price request feature on this forum (really great, btw) and try to support forum sponsors whenever possible. I didn't in this case because I wasn't looking to purchase the it(didn't know they were shipping them yet). Upon seeing the M&P22, I suspected very few dealers would have them in stock. I also called S&W to inquire about additional mags and the rep was surprised I was able to find one as they only recently started to ship them. With this in mind, I didn't want to risk losing it or have to trek another hour and fifteen minutes to come back. This was definitely an emotional buy as I really liked it. If I had to do it over again, I wouldn't change a thing. Yes, I could have saved some money if I waited, but I felt it was worth it to have it then and there. I do somewhat agree that dealers shouldn't be marking up above MSRP, but I understand and it doesn't bother me.

 

As a latest follow up...I still really like it and have no regrets. Aside from the crappy Remmington Golden Bullets, I can't recall having any FTF or FTE and I've probably got over 1500 rounds through it.