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22-rimfire · December 3, 2009, 09:34 PM

What is the objective of using a firearm for self defense? Answer, to eliminate the threat. So with that in mind, do you really think your Smith 317 with Stingers will eliminate the threat as quickly as a 9mm, 40 S&W, 45ACP, or 357 mag?

I am a person generally comfortable with carrying a 22 for self defense. But I know that the caliber is no 38spl or 9mm. Otherwise, the US Army would use it for war time. It has its limitations which I accept. But you need to be aware of its limitations for self defensive use.

Added: Check out CCI Velocitors. They have great penetration if you want a hollow point or stick with HV solids and CCI's are probably the most reliable overall for rimfires.

December 3, 2009, 09:34 PM	#2
22-rimfire Senior Member Join Date: February 19, 2005 Location: Tennessee Posts: 5,323	What is the objective of using a firearm for self defense? Answer, to eliminate the threat. So with that in mind, do you really think your Smith 317 with Stingers will eliminate the threat as quickly as a 9mm, 40 S&W, 45ACP, or 357 mag? I am a person generally comfortable with carrying a 22 for self defense. But I know that the caliber is no 38spl or 9mm. Otherwise, the US Army would use it for war time. It has its limitations which I accept. But you need to be aware of its limitations for self defensive use. Added: Check out CCI Velocitors. They have great penetration if you want a hollow point or stick with HV solids and CCI's are probably the most reliable overall for rimfires. Last edited by 22-rimfire; December 3, 2009 at 09:54 PM.