Quote Originally Posted by averageplinker View Post
Don't rule out .22" for a plinking pistol. A nice .22" flat head from a pistol make a very satisfying whack when used against bean cans and other plinking targets
Personally find .22 much more satisfying for plinking cans etc, even in relatively low power pistols. Even 2-3 ft lb is fine out to 20 yards with a bit of holdover. My favourite is chasing a coke can down the garden path with my .22 tempest - amazingly satisfying when you get your eye in. Best tip is to aim for the top or base of the can to really send it flying Not very quiet though which may defeat the object for the OP...