I'm thinking of yet again buying another HW45

I've a couple of 177's in the past but didn't like their harshness. I soon sold them on. Now, crazily, I'm giving thought to buying another. But I'm wondering if a 22 would be nicer? As I can only shoot at short range (seldom over 8yds) a 22 should be perfectly accurate- as my 2240 and crosman 600 are- Any thoughts?