I'm wanting to get a DA small-frame .22 in the near future.
The ones I'm looking at are:
S&W 43C (if I'm lucky enough to notice for the 5 minutes they seem to be available at any given time)
S&W 317
Ruger LCR 22
I'm also considering
S&W 317 kit gun
Ruger SP101 .22
I'm leaning toward one of the first 3 as a low-cost training version of my .38's, since .38 ammo is stupid expensive anymore. I'm considering the other two, however, because the longer barrels and better sights will make them easier to shoot. This is a consideration since the revolver will do double-duty as a "loaner" for students in CCW classes.
From what I've seen thus far, the Rugers are a little cheaper than their S&W equivalents. That said, I don't want to end up with something that's gonna be a PITA just to save a few bucks if there are bugs that need to be worked out with these newer models.
So, for those that have experience with one or more of the models I've mentioned, what are your thoughts?
Thanks.