need a recommendation, 22lr for my kids - Page 3

alancac98 · February 14, 2021, 02:38 PM

I know it's not a semi-auto, but my 12 y.o. Grandson just bought a Heritage Arms Rough Rider .22 revolver. He absolutely loves shooting it and it groups quite well.

Metric · February 14, 2021, 03:12 PM

I am also training with a SA revolver (Ruger Wrangler). They would prefer to shoot the KT P17, but the Wrangler is useful to teach that every shot counts, and prevents "ammo dump syndrome," which video games have taught them is cool.

stinkeypete · February 14, 2021, 03:20 PM

+1 for single action revolver.

In my family, you can’t shoot a handgun until you are 12 because muzzle control is so crucial and easy to lose with a handgun.

Ruger Wrangler is not much more money and would be my recommendation for 12 and up.

Single actions are safer for a beginner. If you want to argue, you’re dumb. The firing process is very deliberate.

Long radius helps with muzzle control.
Ammo dumps are impossible. Kids are gonna do it if they can and it’s dangerous.
Slow to reload encourages valuing each shot
Revolver- you can see the brass if it’s in the cylinder

I’d own one today if I didn’t own a Bearcat. For kids, a Wrangler is better IMO than Bearcat as it’s sight radius Is longer therefore safer.

My first choice for a kid under 13 is a daisy bb pistol. Cheap fun, excellent learning, shoot outdoors or in the basement.

Hawg · February 14, 2021, 06:39 PM

Y'all, he already bought the Browning. There's nothing wrong with teaching kids with a semi. I always used a SA but the SA can be difficult for young kids to handle.

**Aguila Blanca** · February 14, 2021, 07:28 PM

See post #41.

Closed.

February 14, 2021, 03:20 PM	#53
stinkeypete Senior Member Join Date: July 22, 2010 Location: Madison, Wisconsin Posts: 1,292	+1 for single action revolver. In my family, you can’t shoot a handgun until you are 12 because muzzle control is so crucial and easy to lose with a handgun. Ruger Wrangler is not much more money and would be my recommendation for 12 and up. Single actions are safer for a beginner. If you want to argue, you’re dumb. The firing process is very deliberate. Long radius helps with muzzle control. Ammo dumps are impossible. Kids are gonna do it if they can and it’s dangerous. Slow to reload encourages valuing each shot Revolver- you can see the brass if it’s in the cylinder I’d own one today if I didn’t own a Bearcat. For kids, a Wrangler is better IMO than Bearcat as it’s sight radius Is longer therefore safer. My first choice for a kid under 13 is a daisy bb pistol. Cheap fun, excellent learning, shoot outdoors or in the basement. __________________ My book "The Pheasant Hunter's Action Adventure Cookbook" is now on Amazon. Tall tales, hunting tips, butchering from bird to the freezer, and recipes.

February 14, 2021, 07:28 PM	#55
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February 14, 2021, 02:38 PM	#51
alancac98 Member Join Date: April 3, 2013 Location: North Central PA Posts: 59	I know it's not a semi-auto, but my 12 y.o. Grandson just bought a Heritage Arms Rough Rider .22 revolver. He absolutely loves shooting it and it groups quite well.

February 14, 2021, 03:12 PM	#52
Metric Senior Member Join Date: December 4, 2016 Posts: 339	I am also training with a SA revolver (Ruger Wrangler). They would prefer to shoot the KT P17, but the Wrangler is useful to teach that every shot counts, and prevents "ammo dump syndrome," which video games have taught them is cool.

February 14, 2021, 06:39 PM	#54
Hawg Senior Member Join Date: September 8, 2007 Location: Mississippi Posts: 16,188	Y'all, he already bought the Browning. There's nothing wrong with teaching kids with a semi. I always used a SA but the SA can be difficult for young kids to handle.