{"id":1245,"date":"2023-09-19T00:03:40","date_gmt":"2023-09-19T00:03:40","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/guncoupons.net\/?p=1245"},"modified":"2023-09-19T00:03:40","modified_gmt":"2023-09-19T00:03:40","slug":"german-sports-guns-22s-for-practice-and-fun","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/guncoupons.net\/?p=1245","title":{"rendered":"German Sports Guns \u2014 .22s for Practice and Fun"},"content":{"rendered":"<p> <br \/>\n<\/p>\n<div>\n<div class=\"article-image\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n<p>The idea of using .22s to keep your shooting skills sharp has long been a recommended practice by instructors. It\u2019s also a subject that has been written about a lot, some of the writing by me. I believe in it.<\/p>\n<p>Recently, I came across a couple of <a href=\"https:\/\/www.cheaperthandirt.com\/firearms\/handguns\/?fq=CALIBER%3A22+LR&amp;utm_source=blog.cheaperthandirt&amp;utm_medium=referral&amp;utm_campaign=german-sports-guns-22s-for-practice-and-fun\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">.22 handguns<\/a> that fit right into my training program, because they faithfully replicate centerfire handguns I shoot regularly. The two handguns are made in Germany by <a href=\"https:\/\/www.cheaperthandirt.com\/firearms\/handguns\/?fq=brand%3AGSG&amp;utm_source=blog.cheaperthandirt&amp;utm_medium=referral&amp;utm_campaign=german-sports-guns-22s-for-practice-and-fun\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">German Sports Guns (GSG)<\/a> and imported by <a href=\"https:\/\/www.cheaperthandirt.com\/firearms\/handguns\/?fq=brand%3AATI&amp;utm_source=blog.cheaperthandirt&amp;utm_medium=referral&amp;utm_campaign=german-sports-guns-22s-for-practice-and-fun\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">American Tactical, Inc.<\/a> They are readily available in the U.S. market. One of them is a 1911 and the other is the FireFly, built in the likeness of the SIG P226.<\/p>\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"640\" height=\"561\" alt=\"GSG FireFly with a used paper target and bow of Aguila Supermaximum ammunition\" class=\"wp-image-90341 jetpack-lazy-image\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/GSG-8.jpg?w=648&amp;ssl=1 648w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/GSG-8.jpg?resize=300%2C263&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/GSG-8.jpg?resize=150%2C131&amp;ssl=1 150w\" data-lazy-sizes=\"(max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/GSG-8.jpg?resize=640%2C561&amp;is-pending-load=1#038;ssl=1\"\/><noscript><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"640\" height=\"561\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/GSG-8.jpg?resize=640%2C561&amp;ssl=1\" alt=\"GSG FireFly with a used paper target and bow of Aguila Supermaximum ammunition\" class=\"wp-image-90341\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/GSG-8.jpg?w=648&amp;ssl=1 648w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/GSG-8.jpg?resize=300%2C263&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/GSG-8.jpg?resize=150%2C131&amp;ssl=1 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\"\/><\/noscript><figcaption>The FireFly was not disappointing in its accuracy, producing this target offhand at 10 yards.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<p>GSG is owned by <a href=\"https:\/\/www.cheaperthandirt.com\/firearms\/handguns\/?fq=brand%3ASIG+Sauer&amp;utm_source=blog.cheaperthandirt&amp;utm_medium=referral&amp;utm_campaign=german-sports-guns-22s-for-practice-and-fun\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">SIG Sauer\u2019s<\/a> parent company, and for many years GSG manufactured the SIG Mosquito. The FireFly is the same gun rebranded and with some improvements in reliability. I owned a Mosquito a few years ago and suffered many feeding issues. Those problems have been resolved in the FireFly.<\/p>\n<div class=\"code-block code-block-2 ai-viewport-2 ai-viewport-3\" style=\"margin: 8px auto; text-align: center; display: block; clear: both;\">\n<!--Mid Article Ad for Mobile and Tablet--><br \/>\n<a target=\"\u201d_blank\u201d\" href=\"https:\/\/www.cheaperthandirt.com\/contest.html?cid=contest?utm_source=CTD_Blog_AD&amp;utm_medium=referral&amp;utm_campaign=blog_range_day_friday_mobile&amp;utm_content=square\" rel=\"noopener\"> <img decoding=\"async\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/rdf_aug23_ad_mob.jpg?w=640&amp;is-pending-load=1#038;ssl=1\" srcset=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIAAAAAAAP\/\/\/yH5BAEAAAAALAAAAAABAAEAAAIBRAA7\" class=\" jetpack-lazy-image\"\/><noscript><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/rdf_aug23_ad_mob.jpg?w=640&amp;ssl=1\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\"\/><\/noscript><\/a><\/div>\n<p>Although I couldn\u2019t find any reference to GSG building SIG\u2019s .22 1911, the two guns appear to be the same. They are also priced similarly, with the SIG\u2019s MSRP being only slightly higher. Both GSG guns are available in a variety of color schemes. As I write this, you can buy them both for what you might commonly spend on one medium-sized carry pistol.<\/p>\n<div class=\"code-block code-block-1 ai-viewport-1\" style=\"margin: 8px auto; text-align: center; display: block; clear: both;\">\n<!--Mid Article Ad for Desktop--><br \/>\n<a target=\"\u201d_blank\u201d\" href=\"https:\/\/www.cheaperthandirt.com\/contest.html?cid=contest\" rel=\"noopener\"> <img decoding=\"async\" align=\"center\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/rdf_aug23_ad.jpg?w=500&amp;is-pending-load=1#038;ssl=1\" srcset=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIAAAAAAAP\/\/\/yH5BAEAAAAALAAAAAABAAEAAAIBRAA7\" class=\" jetpack-lazy-image\"\/><noscript><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/rdf_aug23_ad.jpg?w=500&amp;ssl=1\" align=\"center\" px=\"\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\"\/><\/noscript><\/a><\/div>\n<h2>GSG FireFly<\/h2>\n<p>I\u2019ve had the FireFly the longest, so I\u2019ll cover it first. I picked this gun up as a result of attending a writer\u2019s conference in which ATI was a presenter. It offered me a .45 ACP Moxie. When I placed the order, I added this one to it. ATI shipped it to me gratis. I had owned a SIG Sauer Mosquito several years earlier, and it was very finicky (ammo-wise), so I didn\u2019t keep it.<\/p>\n<p>ATI worked with SIG Sauer to take that same design, work out the ammo issues which were apparently recoil spring-related, and they built this gun under license to SIG. It comes with two spring sets, one for high-velocity and the other for normal ammo. I\u2019ve shot both types of ammo with the standard spring and found it to be reliable. It\u2019s a fun plinkin\u2019 gun.<\/p>\n<p>As I indicated before, the FireFly comes in several colors. Mine is FDE. The frame is made of a wear-resistant alloy. It has black, mildly textured grips that wrap around the back. The front strap has what appears to be 30 LPI checkering. Together, these features make for a comfortable grip.<\/p>\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"640\" height=\"495\" alt=\"ATI GSG FireFly - a scaled down SIG Sauer P226 clone chambered in .22 LR\" class=\"wp-image-90335 jetpack-lazy-image\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/GSG-2.jpg?w=648&amp;ssl=1 648w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/GSG-2.jpg?resize=300%2C232&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/GSG-2.jpg?resize=150%2C116&amp;ssl=1 150w\" data-lazy-sizes=\"(max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/GSG-2.jpg?resize=640%2C495&amp;is-pending-load=1#038;ssl=1\"\/><noscript><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"640\" height=\"495\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/GSG-2.jpg?resize=640%2C495&amp;ssl=1\" alt=\"ATI GSG FireFly - a scaled down SIG Sauer P226 clone chambered in .22 LR\" class=\"wp-image-90335\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/GSG-2.jpg?w=648&amp;ssl=1 648w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/GSG-2.jpg?resize=300%2C232&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/GSG-2.jpg?resize=150%2C116&amp;ssl=1 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\"\/><\/noscript><figcaption>The GSG FireFly is a \u00be-sized P226 in .22 LR, developed under license with SIG Sauer to replace the SIG Mosquito.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<p>Although the FireFly is made in the image of a P226, it is a scaled version approximately \u00be size. There is an accessory rail ahead of the trigger guard in the usual position. The slide is also made of the same zinc alloy as the frame with cocking serrations at the rear. The gun is 7.2 inches long and 5.3 inches high. It weighs 24.6 ounces.<\/p>\n<p>The FireFly is hammer-fired with a double-action shot for the first round followed by single-action shots. A decocker on the left side of the grip will lower the hammer, should you wish to you stop shooting in the middle of a magazine or otherwise need to de-cock the pistol. The thumb safety is ambidextrous, the sights are a 3-dot model, and the rear sight is adjustable.<\/p>\n<p>The gun shipped with three different front sights, so you can adjust the vertical pattern of your shots. The front sight is easy to replace, but the owner\u2019s manual assumes you know how to do it. It\u2019s simple when you know how, but I had to go to YouTube and watch somebody do it before I figured it out.<\/p>\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"600\" height=\"576\" alt=\"Fieldstripped GSG FireFly\" class=\"wp-image-90337 jetpack-lazy-image\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/GSG-4.jpg?w=600&amp;ssl=1 600w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/GSG-4.jpg?resize=300%2C288&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/GSG-4.jpg?resize=150%2C144&amp;ssl=1 150w\" data-lazy-sizes=\"(max-width: 600px) 100vw, 600px\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/GSG-4.jpg?resize=600%2C576&amp;is-pending-load=1#038;ssl=1\"\/><noscript><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"600\" height=\"576\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/GSG-4.jpg?resize=600%2C576&amp;ssl=1\" alt=\"Fieldstripped GSG FireFly\" class=\"wp-image-90337\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/GSG-4.jpg?w=600&amp;ssl=1 600w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/GSG-4.jpg?resize=300%2C288&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/GSG-4.jpg?resize=150%2C144&amp;ssl=1 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 600px) 100vw, 600px\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\"\/><\/noscript><figcaption>The FireFly is easy to disassemble for cleaning or to swap out the recoil spring for standard-velocity ammunition.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<p>In the box, along with the two extra front sights, is a recoil spring you can swap out to work with less than high velocity <a href=\"https:\/\/www.cheaperthandirt.com\/ammunition\/rimfire\/22-long-rifle\/?utm_source=blog.cheaperthandirt&amp;utm_medium=referral&amp;utm_campaign=german-sports-guns-22s-for-practice-and-fun\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">ammo<\/a>. Don\u2019t do it. Just stick to the high-velocity ammo with a muzzle velocity over 1,250 fps. Also in the box is a device that can be used as a key to turn an integral safety lock on or off. One 10-round <a href=\"https:\/\/www.cheaperthandirt.com\/parts-and-accessories\/magazines\/?utm_source=blog.cheaperthandirt&amp;utm_medium=referral&amp;utm_campaign=german-sports-guns-22s-for-practice-and-fun\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">magazine<\/a> is included. You can get a FireFly with a threaded barrel but mine is not so equipped. <\/p>\n<h2>GSG 1911<\/h2>\n<p>The 1911 also comes in a variety of colors. I\u2019ve had a solid black one for several years, but recently they started offering one with a polished slide that has really caught my attention. I came by the black one in an interesting way. I used to own a gun store which my youngest son managed. When we decided to shut it down, a pile of gun parts made its way to my house. I discovered a .22 1911 in the pile missing some parts. Turns out they were standard 1911 parts, so I managed to get the gun reassembled. It\u2019s got a Ruger stainless steel ambidextrous thumb safety that is doing the job just fine.<\/p>\n<p>The guns are reasonably priced, so when they introduced a new stock number with a polished slide, I purchased one. I\u2019m sure glad I did. This is arguably the most fun .22 I have. Well, maybe three stars in the polymer handgun world \u2014 the Taurus TX-22, Glock G44, and SIG P322 are almost as much fun, but I sure love shooting these GSG 1911 .22s.<\/p>\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"640\" height=\"449\" alt=\"The GSG 1911 .22 with the same look and feel as a full-size M1911\" class=\"wp-image-90338 jetpack-lazy-image\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/GSG-5.jpg?w=648&amp;ssl=1 648w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/GSG-5.jpg?resize=300%2C211&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/GSG-5.jpg?resize=150%2C105&amp;ssl=1 150w\" data-lazy-sizes=\"(max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/GSG-5.jpg?resize=640%2C449&amp;is-pending-load=1#038;ssl=1\"\/><noscript><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"640\" height=\"449\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/GSG-5.jpg?resize=640%2C449&amp;ssl=1\" alt=\"The GSG 1911 .22 with the same look and feel as a full-size M1911\" class=\"wp-image-90338\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/GSG-5.jpg?w=648&amp;ssl=1 648w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/GSG-5.jpg?resize=300%2C211&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/GSG-5.jpg?resize=150%2C105&amp;ssl=1 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\"\/><\/noscript><figcaption>The GSG 1911 .22 has the same look and feel as a full-size M1911. It has an ambidextrous thumb safety and extended beavertail safety grip.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<p>The GSG 1911 .22 has the same look and feel as a full-size M1911. It has an ambidextrous thumb safety and extended beavertail safety grip. As I\u2019ve experienced, it is compatible with many standard M1911 parts.<\/p>\n<p>The length is 8.5 inches, height is 5.5 inches, and it weighs 34.4 ounces. The magazine capacity is 10 rounds. The frame is made of a zinc alloy and has a black anodized finish. The slide is made from CNC machined aluminum and has a black anodized finish that features polished sides for a stainless look.<\/p>\n<div class=\"code-block code-block-4 ai-viewport-2 ai-viewport-3\" style=\"margin: 8px auto; text-align: center; display: block; clear: both;\">\n<!--End of Article Ad for Mobile and Tablet--><br \/>\n<a target=\"\u201d_blank\u201d\" href=\"https:\/\/www.cheaperthandirt.com\/ammunition\/bulk\/\" rel=\"noopener\"> <img decoding=\"async\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/bulk_ammo_ad_mob.jpg?w=640&amp;is-pending-load=1#038;ssl=1\" srcset=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIAAAAAAAP\/\/\/yH5BAEAAAAALAAAAAABAAEAAAIBRAA7\" class=\" jetpack-lazy-image\"\/><noscript><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/bulk_ammo_ad_mob.jpg?w=640&amp;ssl=1\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\"\/><\/noscript><\/a><\/div>\n<div class=\"code-block code-block-3 ai-viewport-1\" style=\"margin: 8px auto; text-align: center; display: block; clear: both;\">\n<!--End of Article Ad for Desktop--><br \/>\n <img decoding=\"async\" align=\"center\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/rdf_aug23_ad.jpg?w=500&amp;is-pending-load=1#038;ssl=1\" srcset=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIAAAAAAAP\/\/\/yH5BAEAAAAALAAAAAABAAEAAAIBRAA7\" class=\" jetpack-lazy-image\"\/><noscript><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/rdf_aug23_ad.jpg?w=500&amp;ssl=1\" align=\"center\" px=\"\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\"\/><\/noscript><\/div>\n<p>The gun comes with a low-profile fixed rear sight and the same low, medium, and high front sights as the FireFly. The grips that came on the gun are black poly with the familiar double-diamond pattern. I swapped mine for a nice set of G10 <a href=\"https:\/\/www.cheaperthandirt.com\/parts-and-accessories\/parts-by-gun-model\/1911\/grips-laser-grips-screws-bushings\/?utm_source=blog.cheaperthandirt&amp;utm_medium=referral&amp;utm_campaign=german-sports-guns-22s-for-practice-and-fun\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">grips<\/a> that I had on hand. The barrel is threaded.<\/p>\n<h2>Range Time<\/h2>\n<p>I took both guns to the range for this report, along with six types of ammunition with advertised velocities exceeding 1,250 fps. The ammo types were: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.cheaperthandirt.com\/brands\/c\/cci\/ammunition\/?utm_source=blog.cheaperthandirt&amp;utm_medium=referral&amp;utm_campaign=german-sports-guns-22s-for-practice-and-fun\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">CCI<\/a> Mini Mag, CCI Stinger, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.cheaperthandirt.com\/ammunition\/?fq=brand%3AAguila%2CBlazer+Ammunition&amp;fq=price%3A3%2C1496&amp;page=1&amp;utm_source=blog.cheaperthandirt&amp;utm_medium=referral&amp;utm_campaign=german-sports-guns-22s-for-practice-and-fun\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Blazer<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.cheaperthandirt.com\/brands\/w\/winchester\/ammunition\/?utm_source=blog.cheaperthandirt&amp;utm_medium=referral&amp;utm_campaign=german-sports-guns-22s-for-practice-and-fun\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Winchester<\/a> Super X, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.cheaperthandirt.com\/brands\/r\/remington\/ammunition\/?utm_source=blog.cheaperthandirt&amp;utm_medium=referral&amp;utm_campaign=german-sports-guns-22s-for-practice-and-fun\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Remington<\/a> Golden Bullet, and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.cheaperthandirt.com\/ammunition\/?fq=brand%3AAguila&amp;fq=price%3A3%2C1496&amp;page=1&amp;utm_source=blog.cheaperthandirt&amp;utm_medium=referral&amp;utm_campaign=german-sports-guns-22s-for-practice-and-fun\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Aguila<\/a> Supermaximum. I alternately filled the 10-round magazine for each gun with a different brand to see how they performed.<\/p>\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"640\" height=\"427\" alt=\"Field stripped GSG .22 LR 1911 with additional parts not found on a traditional .45 ACP 1911\" class=\"wp-image-90340 jetpack-lazy-image\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/GSG-7.jpg?w=648&amp;ssl=1 648w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/GSG-7.jpg?resize=300%2C200&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/GSG-7.jpg?resize=150%2C100&amp;ssl=1 150w\" data-lazy-sizes=\"(max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/GSG-7.jpg?resize=640%2C427&amp;is-pending-load=1#038;ssl=1\"\/><noscript><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"640\" height=\"427\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/GSG-7.jpg?resize=640%2C427&amp;ssl=1\" alt=\"Field stripped GSG .22 LR 1911 with additional parts not found on a traditional .45 ACP 1911\" class=\"wp-image-90340\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/GSG-7.jpg?w=648&amp;ssl=1 648w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/GSG-7.jpg?resize=300%2C200&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/GSG-7.jpg?resize=150%2C100&amp;ssl=1 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\"\/><\/noscript><figcaption>Takedown for the GSG .22 1911 is very similar to standard 1911 takedown except for two extra parts you won\u2019t find on the centerfire guns. The first time you do the disassembly, the author recommends consulting the manual for these minor differences.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<p>The FireFly was not finicky about what ammo it liked. It did have one <a href=\"https:\/\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/malfunctions-feed-extract-eject-how-to-handle-them\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">failure<\/a> to feed and one light strike. They were both with Remington Golden Bullets. It\u2019s new and this was its first time out, so that may get better. Likewise, it was a little dry \u2014 my fault. The 1911\u2019s only failure was a failure to lock back after the last round a couple of times. Otherwise, it performed quite well on all six of the ammo types I had with me.<\/p>\n<p>As far as accuracy goes, I shot them out to 10 yards, and they both shot to point of aim and produced pretty tight groupings. I couldn\u2019t help but feel if I shot them from a rest, they could do well out to 25 yards and at 10 yards produce exceptional groups. I\u2019ve bounced a 7.5 ounce soda can all over the yard with my older GSG 1911 wearing a suppressor \u2014 fun! These are both very accurate, and they\u2019re inexpensive guns that exhibit excellent German workmanship.<\/p>\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"640\" height=\"492\" alt=\"GSG .22 1911 with paper target shot for accuracy with a box of CCI Stinger .22 LR ammunition\" class=\"wp-image-90342 jetpack-lazy-image\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/GSG-9.jpg?w=648&amp;ssl=1 648w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/GSG-9.jpg?resize=300%2C231&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/GSG-9.jpg?resize=150%2C115&amp;ssl=1 150w\" data-lazy-sizes=\"(max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/GSG-9.jpg?resize=640%2C492&amp;is-pending-load=1#038;ssl=1\"\/><noscript><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"640\" height=\"492\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/GSG-9.jpg?resize=640%2C492&amp;ssl=1\" alt=\"GSG .22 1911 with paper target shot for accuracy with a box of CCI Stinger .22 LR ammunition\" class=\"wp-image-90342\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/GSG-9.jpg?w=648&amp;ssl=1 648w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/GSG-9.jpg?resize=300%2C231&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/GSG-9.jpg?resize=150%2C115&amp;ssl=1 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\"\/><\/noscript><figcaption>The GSG .22 1911 does not disappoint when engaging in target practice, making it a great substitute for practicing with 1911s of any caliber.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<p>If you don\u2019t have a .22 handgun to add as a low-cost addition to your training or just for fun, I would recommend either of these guns. Cruise on over and search for GSG on the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.cheaperthandirt.com?utm_source=blog.cheaperthandirt&amp;utm_medium=referral&amp;utm_campaign=german-sports-guns-22s-for-practice-and-fun\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">CheaperThanDirt! website<\/a> and you\u2019ll see several options of each. Oh, wait. I just looked and now I want a tan GSG 1911!<\/p>\n<h4><strong>Have you fired any of American Tactical\u2019s recent offerings? What is your take on using small caliber (clone) guns for training? Share your reviews and answers in the Comment section.<\/strong><\/h4>\n<p><span id=\"tve_leads_end_content\" style=\"display: block; visibility: hidden; border: 1px solid transparent;\"\/><!-- AI CONTENT END 1 -->\n\t<\/div>\n<p><br \/>\n<br \/><a href=\"https:\/\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/german-sports-guns-22s-for-practice-and-fun\/?utm_source=rss&#038;utm_medium=rss&#038;utm_campaign=german-sports-guns-22s-for-practice-and-fun\">Source link <\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>The idea of using .22s to keep your shooting skills sharp has long been a recommended practice by instructors. It\u2019s also a subject that has been written about a lot, some of the writing by me. I believe in it. 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