r/canadaguns • u/AutoModerator • 20d ago

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u/Dill_Pickle_Tears 19d ago

On the exemption train currently. What are your top 22lr handgun recommendations?

For my entry to Bullseye and Standard Pistol:

  • Sig Sauer P226 Classic 22lr
  • Taurus TX22 Competition (alternatively, FN 502 Tactical, OR Colt King Cobra Target 22lr 6” depending on availability)
  • Ruger Mark IV Competition 6” Stainless

Once I’m ready for higher level gear (and for more models to try) for competition, I’d go:

  • Pardini SP
  • Beretta 87 Target

Any tips for searching for a good model? Is the only place to purchase/import IRunGuns? Or do any of the regular retailers still sell to exempt individuals

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u/thecoolernameistaken 14d ago

P226 is damn near impossible to find btw

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u/Dill_Pickle_Tears 14d ago

Yeah basically unobtanium. Though another option is the Colt Service Ace .22lr - you can find 1970-80s models online from American dealers for ~$1600+ USD.

Cool collector item and built to mimic the recoil of the .45 acp

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u/thecoolernameistaken 14d ago

Nah I need something that can convert to 9mm😂

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u/Dill_Pickle_Tears 14d ago

Look it up - it’s the only 1911 model that can. It was designed for military training on the cheap. It’s a full sized 1911 frame that can accept a .45acp upper assembly. Not as easy as the 226 but same concept.

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u/thecoolernameistaken 14d ago

Hell yea buddy thanks