Plinkers, let's see some!

[gb6491]

Here's my .223 plinker pistol

I haven't really had the urge to get an AK or AR style pistol, but I'm beginning to think why not, epecially an AK version so I could slap one of these on it: http://www.spitzlead.com/ ...really make it a beast!

^^^ thanks Greg. I saw one of those H&Rs in 22 magnum but I got caught up in negotiating price and didn't buy it. I'm kicking myself over that one. Live and learn.

Yep...and another will cross your path if it was meant to be.

Have been plinking with my Single Six so much over its 57 years, the blue has plumb wore off the grip frame:

Your Single Six still looks to be in excellent shape and the wear looks good and honest on it. I have one similar to yours, but it had been rode hard and put it away wet (more than once) before it came into my hands. It's got some spots that are discolored by rust, others have the original bluing, and it shows a bit of cold blue has been used. I cleaned up some rust on the cylinder and parkerized it as it wouldn't take cold blue. The frame was so bad I painted it with ceramic paint. The plan was to rust blue the cylinder at some point, but the park kind of matches the paint and that has grown on me. At least, it's it's somewhat presentable now.

No photos but my .22 plinker is a Walther PPK/s .22. it's been a very reliable & fun shooter as long as I use quality high velocity ammo..

Did you get the silver or black one? I've been tempted, but have a Bersa that helps me resist that.

My MKII likes good ammo also. Have an older Marlin 22 auto that is the best value 22 I've ever had!

Gotta love the MKII! Which Marlin? I admire the 39 and the Model 60 is one of the most popular .22 rifles of all time.

My very first plinker. Still have it though I seldom shoot it anymore. Bought in the early '60s, cost about $11. Single shot Ithaca model 49 Saddle Carbine. I learned on this one. The cat was being shy on photo day.

Very cool that you still have your Ithaca. A long time friend still hunts with a single shot Ithaca shotgun that bears some resemblance to you rifle.

Of course the usual Ruger 10/22's but the S&W 22A is a favorite. My newest is a S&W victory 22. It is a great target pistol with outstanding sites. Really enjoy plinking with that one!

I checked a Victory out a few weeks back, probably would have bought it if the shop didn't have a nice Ruger MKII Government Target on the shelf. Great to read yours is working out.

Regards,
Greg

BTW, here's a 9mm plinker...a Helwan 951... which is a licensed Egyptian clone of the Beretta Modello 1951.


I had an issue with it early on, but with that resolved, it's run fine ever since...I like it enough that I want the Beretta.

[340pd]

During the "great Obama .22 shortage era" this became my low cost plinker.

[Bills1873]

Greg, it's a model 60. Also have a Glenfield, which is very similar, that a friend gave me because it wouldn't eject. Fixed that and now have two great bargain plinkers. So easy to load and accurate to boot!

[gb6491]

During the "great Obama .22 shortage era" this became my low cost plinker.

That's a nice pre-magnum frame Model 60...I've got to get me one of those

Greg, it's a model 60. Also have a Glenfield, which is very similar, that a friend gave me because it wouldn't eject. Fixed that and now have two great bargain plinkers. So easy to load and accurate to boot!

Excellent! My wife has a 75, part of the family. I was thinking it's a Marlin, but it's probably a Glenfield. It's locked in her safe, so that remains a mystery for know.

Regards,
Greg

[gb6491]

On the heavy side, but still a fun plinker...S&W 617


Regards,
Greg

[Bawanna]

Wow, never ever seen a speedloader for a two-two?

Isn't Glenfield a model of Marlin? I had a Glenfield Model 60, had it for many many years. I gave it to a coworkers kid.
Great rifle, as mentioned easy to load, don't have to remember to bring your magazine and accurate.

Neighbor brought over his Glenfield/Marlin with issues. Turns out it just wasn't ejecting. Somebody apparently bent down the little wire ejector somehow. I just bent it back up a bit, after finally figuring out the issue (not as fast as Greg) and it worked perfectly. Why if my arms were long enough I'd of patted myself on the back.

[gb6491]

Wow, never ever seen a speedloader for a two-two?

Isn't Glenfield a model of Marlin? I had a Glenfield Model 60, had it for many many years. I gave it to a coworkers kid.
Great rifle, as mentioned easy to load, don't have to remember to bring your magazine and accurate.

Neighbor brought over his Glenfield/Marlin with issues. Turns out it just wasn't ejecting. Somebody apparently bent down the little wire ejector somehow. I just bent it back up a bit, after finally figuring out the issue (not as fast as Greg) and it worked perfectly. Why if my arms were long enough I'd of patted myself on the back.

They make them for rifles as well http://www.midwayusa.com/product/511...-polymer-clear

As posted here: http://www.marlinowners.com/forum/ma...ld-rifles.html


Well Done on that fix Sir!


Regards,
Greg

[Bawanna]

By gawd, I'm gonna print that out and hang in on my mothers refrigerator right next to my 2nd grade picture I made for her on mothers day quite some time back.

[Bawanna]

With just a tiny deviation from topic, Winchester played that branding game too.
They made the pre 64 Model 70 under the Ted Williams name for Sears and Roebuck for many years.
I found one at a gun show, actually 3 at shops too, never did score one.

The one at the gunshow I'd just learned about them and I pointed out to my son and unfortunately for me the table holder.

Pointed out that it was a pre 64 model 70 made by Winchester but branded. The price was right! We wandered a bit like we usually do to discuss it. I looked back as we started away and the guy took it off the table and put it behind him in a case.

Damn Missouri honesty ruined that deal once again.

Now back to Plinkers. I love this thread.

[gb6491]

With just a tiny deviation from topic, Winchester played that branding game too.
They made the pre 64 Model 70 under the Ted Williams name for Sears and Roebuck for many years.
I found one at a gun show, actually 3 at shops too, never did score one.

The one at the gunshow I'd just learned about them and I pointed out to my son and unfortunately for me the table holder.

Pointed out that it was a pre 64 model 70 made by Winchester but branded. The price was right! We wandered a bit like we usually do to discuss it. I looked back as we started away and the guy took it off the table and put it behind him in a case.

Damn Missouri honesty ruined that deal once again.

Now back to Plinkers. I love this thread.

Darn, sorry you missed out on that one. As plinkers go, I have a Sears Model 1 that is a re-branded Winchester Model 121.

Regards,
Greg

[yqtszhj]

I guess Walmart is our designated dept. store for some rifles now since Sears don't do it. Wish the Auto zone down the road had some along with some pistols. Way it is now I have go drive 20 miles or better to see a good selection of anything.

[gb6491]

By gawd, I'm gonna print that out and hang in on my mothers refrigerator right next to my 2nd grade picture I made for her on mothers day quite some time back.

I'm a proud graduate myself

I guess Walmart is our designated dept. store for some rifles now since Sears don't do it. Wish the Auto zone down the road had some along with some pistols. Way it is now I have go drive 20 miles or better to see a good selection of anything.

Same here, Walmart or a 15 mile drive.
Regards,
Greg

[Bawanna]

I have one of those. I'll have to dig out the 22 stash and take a picture or something.

[JohnR]

With just a tiny deviation from topic, Winchester played that branding game too.
They made the pre 64 Model 70 under the Ted Williams name for Sears and Roebuck for many years.
I found one at a gun show, actually 3 at shops too, never did score one.

The one at the gunshow I'd just learned about them and I pointed out to my son and unfortunately for me the table holder.

Pointed out that it was a pre 64 model 70 made by Winchester but branded. The price was right! We wandered a bit like we usually do to discuss it. I looked back as we started away and the guy took it off the table and put it behind him in a case.

Damn Missouri honesty ruined that deal once again.

Now back to Plinkers. I love this thread.

I also learned the hard way to keep my dang trap shut when I see deals like that. What were they asking for the cheap-o Sears gun?

[Bawanna]

It's been a few years ago but I think it was around 300 bucks, could be off on that.

Collectors don't want them since they don't say Winchester but they are every bit as good. I kick myself to this day for not just buying it. I probably didn't have the money as usual or I would have.