For shooters seeking a compact, training-friendly pistol that mirrors full-size ergonomics without the recoil and cost of centerfire cartridges, a well-designed .22 LR platform is hard to beat. A versatile trainer should feel natural in the hand, be economical to shoot, and offer options for suppressed range time—qualities that matter whether you’re teaching a new shooter or just enjoying a long plinking session.

SMITH & WESSON M&P22 COMPACT THREADED BARREL

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Design and Ergonomics

The SMITH & WESSON M&P22 COMPACT THREADED BARREL is a reduced-scale version of the M&P full-size platform, retaining the familiar controls and feel of its centerfire siblings. It ships with a Hogue grip added, giving a tactile, secure surface that fits a wide range of hand sizes. Key user-focused controls include an ambidextrous manual safety and a reversible magazine release, allowing easy setup for left- or right-handed shooters.

Safety Features

For training environments and responsible ownership, the built-in magazine safety (the pistol will not fire with the magazine removed) and an internal child lock add layers of secure handling. These features make this pistol suitable for instructional settings and family ranges.

Threaded Barrel and Suppression

The threaded barrel opens options for suppressed shooting with .22 LR—one of the most enjoyable and quiet calibers to shoot when using a compatible suppressor. Note that ADAPTER NOT INCLUDED; plan for the proper thread adapter or suppressor mount when configuring accessories.

Practical Shooting and Cost of Ownership

.22 LR ammunition is inexpensive and low-recoil, making long practice sessions comfortable and economical. The SMITH & WESSON M&P22 COMPACT THREADED BARREL’s reduced scale controls translate directly to full-size training, helping build muscle memory for sight alignment, trigger press, and reloads without the expense of centerfire ammo. At a listed price of $299.99, it provides strong training value and fun range time without a steep investment. View product details and pricing.

Whether you’re upgrading a training fleet, introducing new shooters to safe handgun fundamentals, or simply seeking an affordable fun-to-shoot pistol, the SMITH & WESSON M&P22 COMPACT THREADED BARREL combines platform familiarity, thoughtful safety features, and suppressor-ready capability in a compact package. Check current availability and purchase directly from the shop page.

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