The M&P is a good first gun. Its really about budget and getting something reliable with a quality company to stand behind it. Had he been willing to spend more I would have said Mark IV or Buckmark. I have shot or own most of the 22lrs spoke of in this thread. I personally think the G44 is the funnest 22LR made right now. I still probably wouldn't recommend it for a first gun due to some bad press could freak the guy out. The Taurus I just couldn't recommend to anyone. Their service is absolute rubbish in my experience. That gun has great reviews but I just can't force myself to spend money on their stuff or recommend it.
No scientific reason, I am sure its the fact I like glocks and polymer guns. I have shot a G19 since I started shooting pistols. So it just feels natural and controls are simple. Its very light with the hybrid slide but it still balances very well and is easy to aim and shoot for me. I would dare to say my 11 year old would agree. He loves shooting single action but if he could only have a single 22 LR. He would never give up his g44.I would also recommend the M&P Compact or the Ruger MK IV depending on how much one was willing to spend.
I'm curious...What makes you say that the G44 is the most fun 22LR made right now?
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