I really enjoyed the S&W 617 I rented. I’ve heard good things about the GP100 22LR as well. No idea on the red dot on either though.
617 10 shot is drilled and tapped for scope base from factory.
617 is usually a little more expensive than a Ruger but is worth more when you sell it. If you can swing the 617 that is the way to go IMO.
Another model to consider is the Ruger SP-101. This is an 8 shot smaller frame but can be had with a 4" barrel.
K 22's in ANY configuration..From the K 22 Outdoorsman of the 30's to the 617 of today....
i'm really trying to "justify" (to myself) spending that much money on a 22wheelgun. i dont think i'll talk myself into it.
even the thought of $400 on a 22/45 kinda makes my ass pucker....
i'm not a collector by any means, my competition guns have had a LOT of rounds put through them, my USPSA open gun has had 10's of 1000's of rounds put though it since it was originally built in the early 90's
a 22LR should be fun to shoot and cheap...