S&W M&P 22X: 1000 Rounds and No Complaints

Published on May 14, 2026
Duration: 8:15

This review of the Smith & Wesson M&P 22X by Chris Baker of Lucky Gunner Ammo focuses on its performance as a .22 Long Rifle trainer pistol. Baker highlights its features, including an optic-ready slide, threaded barrel, and double-stack magazines, and details his extensive testing, particularly its impressive reliability over 1000 rounds. The review also touches on its ergonomics, trigger feel, and accuracy compared to other .22 trainers.

Quick Summary

The Smith & Wesson M&P 22X is a .22 Long Rifle trainer pistol known for its reliability, firing 1000 consecutive rounds without a malfunction in testing. Key features include an optic-ready slide with an RMSC footprint, a threaded barrel for suppressors, and double-stack magazines for increased capacity.

Chapters

  1. 00:04Introduction: Project Rimfire & M&P 22X
  2. 00:33M&P 22X Features: Double Stack, Threaded Barrel, Optic Ready
  3. 00:44Comparison to Other M&P Models
  4. 01:18History of M&P .22 Pistols
  5. 02:21M&P 22X Specifications and Weight
  6. 02:36Barrel Details: Threaded and Suppressor Ready
  7. 02:45Sights: Fiber Optic Front, Adjustable Rear
  8. 03:02Optic Mounting: RMSC Footprint
  9. 03:37Manual Safety Design
  10. 04:04Trigger Characteristics
  11. 04:27MSRP and Price Point
  12. 04:40Accuracy Testing Results
  13. 05:01Reliability Testing: 1000 Rounds
  14. 05:54Magazine Loading Ease
  15. 06:23Ergonomics and Controls
  16. 06:45Grip Design for Various Hand Sizes
  17. 07:16M&P 22X as a Trainer Pistol
  18. 07:31Comparison to Other Trainer 22s
  19. 07:56Upcoming Review: Taurus TX22

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the key features of the Smith & Wesson M&P 22X?

The Smith & Wesson M&P 22X is a .22 Long Rifle trainer pistol featuring a double-stack magazine, an optic-ready slide with an RMSC footprint, and a threaded barrel for suppressor use. It also includes an ambi manual safety and a reversible magazine release, offering familiar M&P controls.

How reliable is the Smith & Wesson M&P 22X?

During testing, the Smith & Wesson M&P 22X demonstrated exceptional reliability, firing 1000 consecutive rounds without a malfunction. This performance is considered among the best for rimfire pistols in its category.

What is the accuracy of the M&P 22X?

From a bench rest at 25 yards, the M&P 22X achieved an average five-shot group size of 2.2 inches across various ammunition types. Its best performance was with ELEY Tenex, averaging 1.6-inch groups.

What is the trigger like on the M&P 22X?

The M&P 22X features a single-action-only trigger with an internal hammer. It has a clean break measured at approximately 3.5 lbs, offering a crisp feel that is lighter than a centerfire M&P trigger.

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