r/canadaguns • u/Vintage_Pieces_10 • Jun 03 '26
Application / Regulation advice Are combo .22LR/.22WMR revolvers eligible for exempted handguns per the Olympic sports exemptions? (BC)
So I actually managed to get my first handgun exemption for sport shooting and picked up a Ruger MK4 (awesome!). But I was curious too about picking up a .22 revolver to compete as well. One that I found that seems suitable is the Taurus 992, which is a revolver that comes default with both a .22LR cylinder and a .22WMR cylinder. Are revolvers in .22 allowed as exempted .22 sports shooting firearms? Would there be a problem since it comes with a .22WMR cylinder as well? Cheers everyone!
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u/16gaugeguy16 Jun 03 '26 edited Jun 03 '26
If you're able to get a revolver, don't get a Taurus. Get a Smith & Wesson or a Ruger (not the ruger wrangler).
Edit: Don't get a heritage rough rider either.
My suggestions:
● Smith and Wesson Model 17. ● Ruger Single Six (you can get this with both the 22lr & 22mag cylinders). ● Ruger GP100 is a good option too. ● Smith 686.