Ceiner, Advantage Arms, and Tactical Solutions Shoot It Out

Recently we reported on these pages the test results of Kimber's and CZ's 22 conversion units. The Kimber was for any 1911 and the Kadet was for the CZ 75. We like the versatility these units give the owner. There are quite a few other conversions around, and more seem to be added every month, with all makers reporting very brisk sales. The advantages of these conversions are obvious. For a fraction of the cost of another gun, or about what you'd expect to pay for a low-priced 22 auto, you can convert your main centerfire gun to shoot inexpensive 22 LR ammo. And it's the same trigger pull

We sampled these three 22 conversions, all with adjustable sights. They are, from left, Ciener Hi-Power Plus, Advantage Arms 1911-22T Target, and Tactical Solutions 2211. Like the previous two conversions reported in the February 2010 issue, these all worked very well. The Advantage unit was designed for target use, and performed well with light target ammo. The others required high-velocity fodder, but did fairly well with most of the ammo. The problems we encountered were due to the frame on which we mounted the sample, or to unrecommended ammunition. These conversions are all a lot of fun.