I’ve been thinking about getting a .22 LR AR15 that I can set up like my swat rifle so I can train more often. I can’t take my dept issued rifle home, and our policy states that I can only shoot it on company time under company supervision. I don’t feel like that’s enough.
The reasoning behind a rifle in .22 is that I can shoot it at my local pistol range and the ammunition cost is MUCH lower than 5.56. Stated factors mean I could potentially train weekly instead of monthly at lower cost.
I intend on using it to practice weapon manipulation/transition drills in addition to some general slow fire marksmanship stuff. I realize that a .22 trainer can’t replace quality time with the real deal.
My research has led me to the Smith and Wesson M&P 15-22 due to the fact that it’s the only dedicated .22 rifle on the market with a functioning bolt catch.
Anyone else do this? Should I just save my money and shoot 5.56 like an adult?
Thanks.