Looking for compact .22lr pistol.

**Sam** · 05-07-2013, 11:44 AM

Hi folks, I am shopping around for a .22lr semi-auto that is as small or smaller than the Ruger LCP. I am looking for something better than a Jennings or Raven.
-Sam

**Ken** · 05-07-2013, 11:51 AM

How compact, Sam? I have Walther P22 and a much smaller Beretta Bobcat. I'm quite pleased with both of them.

**hunter63** · 05-07-2013, 12:04 PM

Don't have any small .22's but do like the Beretta Bodcat.

**Ken** · 05-07-2013, 12:04 PM

BTW - if it doesn't HAVE to be a .22 and you're most concerned about "compact," check out the Seecamp .32ACP-LWS. It's a quality handgun and even smaller than the BOBCAT. I can carry it in my front pocket and forget it's even there.

**Sam** · 05-07-2013, 01:22 PM

Thanks for the feedback, I am always glad to get input on these things. I am looking at .22lr pistols for size and ammo price. I can practice more for the price. I used to have an American arms PK22 years ago. Does Walther still make the TPH?

**Ken** · 05-07-2013, 01:33 PM

I Googled your question. The info I saw states that the upgraded TPH has been in continuous production since 1968.

**Ken** · 05-07-2013, 01:34 PM

Working off my iPhone at the moment. Otherwise, I'd post a link.

**Ken** · 05-07-2013, 01:45 PM

Sam, go to the Seecamp website and you'll find a column on the top right entitled, "Size Matters." Click on the link there and you'll go to a PDF file with pics and specs for several firearms, by different manufacturers, of comparable size.

**Seniorman** · 05-07-2013, 02:12 PM

Beretta's Bobcat .22 LR is a quality, small pistol. I know several people who carry them in their pockets.

S.M.

**greatgoogamooga** · 05-07-2013, 04:01 PM

Another vote for the P22. Good value and you can get a silencer for it that makes practice shooting practically inaudible. The downside of it is the grip size. If you wear XL gloves it's a tight fit in your hand.

Goog

**Ken** · 05-07-2013, 04:32 PM

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Seecamp, Bobcat, and Walther

Sorry about the picture orientation. This is from my i-Phone. My home computer's out for routine maintenance. I'll flip the pic when I get it back. If one of the mods can flip it, be my guest.

**Sam** · 05-07-2013, 04:38 PM

Originally Posted by Ken

Sam, go to the Seecamp website and you'll find a column on the top right entitled, "Size Matters." Click on the link there and you'll go to a PDF file with pics and specs for several firearms, by different manufacturers, of comparable size.

Thanks Ken.

**rebel** · 05-07-2013, 04:52 PM

You can get a 45 round drum magazine for the P22.
http://www.spentbrass.com/pistol/wal...azine-drum.php

Out of stock! Never mind.

**bacpacker** · 05-07-2013, 07:56 PM

I would second the Beretta. The wife has had one for years and it has never failed to fire. Easy maintenance as well. Good quality gun that easily fits in a pocket.

**Ken** · 06-14-2013, 08:40 PM

Any news for us? I love to see a big kid with a new toy!

**Sam** · 06-16-2013, 11:54 PM

Originally Posted by Ken

Any news for us? I love to see a big kid with a new toy!

Nope, can not find the Walther TPH or the Bob Cat in my area. I will keep looking though.

**Hevijunk** · 06-28-2013, 11:25 PM

One small pistol that might fit your needs is one which was actually made by a few different companies and was a small framed model similar to the Walther PPK it was made by American Arms (CX-22), Erma (PX-22)and Iver Johnson (TP-22), I have had one for about 10 yrs now though the sights are tiny and a bit hard to see the little pistol is quite accurate. I keep telling myself that a set of sights like a big dot up front and wide V rear would do the trick for my old eyes , maybe someday LOL Every once in awhile I see a couple show up on sites like Gun Broker. One draw back about these little pistols is trying to find spare mags . Bottom line is they are decent shooters if you can find one.
Ed