The Taurus TX22 is a great choice for target shooting, plinking, small game hunting, and sometimes even self-defense. Most .22 LR pistols hold 10 rounds due to concerns about rimlocking. However, Taurus seems to have figured this problem out and created an ergonomic, great-shooting rimfire pistol with a capacity of 16 rounds. The TX22 features a polymer frame with an ergonomic grip design and match-grade threaded bull barrel. Overall, the Taurus TX22 is a reliable and accurate 22LR pistol that’s ideal for a variety of uses. As with most Taurus products, it comes in at an attractive price point, and its features have put it ahead of many of the guns in its class.
The DD4 RIII uphold’s Daniel Defense’s reputation for building premium rifles that deliver tack-driving accuracy and battlefield reliability. The free-floating RIS III handguard is lightweight, rigid, and offers plenty of M-LOK slots for mounting accessories. It comes in SBR and carbine variants and, while they’re all expensive, you get what you pay for in this case.
The CZ Sharp-Tail is an evolution of CZ’s previous Ringneck side-by-side shotgun. Redesigned with a smaller, more compact action, the Sharp-Tail brings more consistency and longevity while maintaining its devilishly good looks. A color case-hardened receiver complements the Turkish walnut stock and high gloss black hard chrome barrel finish. A selectable mechanical trigger and pistol grip help ensure a smooth handling and shooting experience. The Sharp-Tail comes with 5 chokes, a single extractor, and is available in 12, 20, 28, and .410 gauge, all with 28-inch barrels.
If you’re looking for an easy-to-shoot plinker that’s great for all skill levels, the Heritage Barkeep ticks all those boxes. This single-action army inspired revolver is designed to be light and portable in a fun-to-shoot package. The Barkeep features a 2-inch barrel, a 6-shot .22 LR cylinder (.22 Magnum cylinders are available), and classic-style western grips. The frame uses a simulated case-hardened finish that helps give this gun its distinctive look.
The Taurus 856 Executive Grade is the first in the Taurus’s new Executive lineup. This 3-inch barreled double-action-only revolver was built with concealed carry and smooth operation in mind. A hand-polished satin finish, snag-free bobbed hammer, and custom-tuned trigger ensure a luxurious and comfortable shooting experience. Chamfered cylinder chambers help with faster reloads, and the ultra-luxe custom Walnut Checkered grips are icing on the cake. And to keep this beautiful revolver safe, Taurus includes a high-impact Pelican Vault Case.
The Henry Axe .410 is a neat pistol grip only lever-action gun that is classified as an “other firearm,” and thus is technically not a shotgun. It is a super fun, compact plinker in a very unique and well-built package. However, its use cases are extremely limited, as are any potential upgrades.
The Omega Arms AR12 brings many of the ergonomic features of the AR-15 to the world of semi-auto shotguns. These magazine-fed, 12-gauge shotguns are easy to reload and make for great fun at the range. With two magazines, a hard case, sights, and a sling included, the Omega AR12 gets you a decent amount of bang for your buck.
North American Arms has long made their name producing ultra-small single-action revolvers in rimfire cartridges. Their Black Widow offering adds an oversized rubber grip and proper 3-dot sights, making this diminutive .22LR/.22 WMR revolver much easier to hold on to and shoot accurately. While their use case is definitely limited, their concealability cannot be understated. At under 10 ounces with extremely small overall dimensions, these guns simply disappear inside pockets or other clothing.
