Total Impact Guns stocks a wide range of .22 pistols for sale, from plinking and target models to .22 Magnum handguns, all backed by our price-match guarantee and nationwide shipping to your local FFL. Browse the .22 handguns below, and if you don't see the exact model you want, we can usually get it for you.
Tippmann Arms Company
Tippmann Arms Company
A .22 pistol is the cheapest and easiest handgun to shoot, which makes it the top pick for plinking, target practice, and teaching new shooters. A box of .22 LR ammo costs a fraction of what 9mm or .45 ACP runs, so you can shoot all day without burning through your budget, and the recoil is so light that almost anyone can handle it. That's why a .22 belongs in just about every safe: new shooters learn the fundamentals without flinching, experienced shooters keep their skills sharp for pennies a round, and small-game hunters count on it for clean, quiet work in the field.
We stock plenty of .22 pistols across price points, and you can test-fire one on our indoor range before you commit.
Most .22 pistols are chambered in either .22 LR or .22 Magnum, and the right one depends on whether you care more about cheap practice or more punch.
| Type | Recoil | Best for |
|---|---|---|
| .22 LR | Very light | Plinking, target, training, small game |
| .22 Magnum (.22 WMR) | Light | Small-game hunting, pest control, more reach |
The .22 LR is the round most folks want because the ammo is dirt cheap and easy to find, which is why it fills most of our lineup. The .22 Magnum (also called .22 WMR) costs more and kicks a bit more, but it carries more energy downrange, so it's the pick for small-game hunting and pest control at a longer distance. If you mostly want range time, .22 LR is the easy call.
The best .22 pistol for you comes down to what you'll do with it and how it fits your hand, not the name on the slide. Before you buy, work through these five things:
The easiest way to settle it is to put a few in your hands. Our team will walk you through the options at the shop, and you can rent and shoot models on our range before you decide.
The best .22 pistol is the one that fits your hand and your job for it, but a handful of models stay popular for good reason. The Ruger Mark IV, Browning Buck Mark, and Smith & Wesson Victory lead the pack for their reliability, accuracy, and easy parts and holster support. Our curated .22 lineup covers the brands shooters ask for most:
If you have your eye on a model we don't have in stock, just ask, since we can usually source it for you.
Most .22 pistols sell for $250 to $500, with premium target or .22 Magnum models running $600 to $900 or more. You're paying for fit, finish, accuracy, and features, not just the caliber, so there's a good .22 at almost every price.
Total Impact backs every handgun with a price-match guarantee. If you find the same .22 for less somewhere else, we'll match it.
Buying a .22 online is simple, and federal law just requires that the handgun ship to a licensed dealer for pickup, not straight to your door. Here's how it works with us:
You must be at least 21 to buy a handgun. We handle FFL transfers both in and out, so we can ship your .22 to a dealer near you or receive one you bought elsewhere. You can browse the rest of our handguns for sale the same way.
A .22 pistol is good for plinking, target practice, training new shooters, and small-game hunting, all at a very low cost. The cheap ammo and light recoil make it the easiest handgun to shoot a lot, which is why most shooters keep one in the safe.
Most .22 pistols cost between $250 and $500, with premium target or .22 Magnum models at $600 to $900 or more. Total Impact price-matches any competitor, so you always pay the best price.
The best .22 pistol for a beginner is a reliable, easy-handling semi-auto with simple controls, like a Ruger Mark IV or a Smith & Wesson Victory. The light recoil and cheap ammo let new shooters learn the fundamentals without flinching.
A .22 LR pistol shoots the cheaper, lighter standard rimfire round, while a .22 Magnum (.22 WMR) shoots a hotter cartridge that hits harder at distance. The .22 LR is the better pick for cheap plinking and practice, and the .22 Magnum is better for small-game hunting and pest control.
A .22 pistol can work for self defense in a pinch, but it's not the first choice because the round is small and less powerful than a 9mm. If self defense is your main goal, a centerfire handgun like our 9mm pistols gives you more stopping power.
A .22 pistol (semi-auto) gives you faster follow-up shots and higher capacity, while a 22 revolver is simpler, with fewer parts and no slide to rack. Pick the semi-auto for plinking volume and the revolver if you want a no-fuss gun.
Whether you're after a first plinker, a target gun, or a .22 Magnum for the field, Total Impact has the .22 pistols, the price-match guarantee, and the range to help you choose. Browse the lineup above, and reach out if you want one we can source for you.
