Description
The Retay RXP22 takes everything people love about a fun rimfire plinker and wraps it in the ergonomics of a serious centerfire handgun. This black model runs a 4-inch precision-drilled, chrome-finished AISI 4140 steel barrel threaded 1/2×28, so screwing on a suppressor or muzzle device is a five-minute job. With the price of .22 LR sitting well below 9mm, this is the kind of pistol that lets you burn through a few hundred rounds on a Saturday without a second thought, and the lower recoil makes it a favorite for new shooters and seasoned hands working on fundamentals alike.
What Sets the RXP22 Apart
Retay built this one to feel familiar. The double/single action hammer-fired system gives you a predictable trigger pull, and there's a manual safety along with a reversible magazine release for lefties or anyone who likes to tinker with their setup. The compact polymer frame carries aggressive grip texturing for a secure hold, and an integrated Picatinny rail up front means lights and lasers bolt right on. At roughly 1.5 pounds and 7.5 inches overall, it handles like the duty guns it's meant to mimic.
Optic-Ready Right Out of the Box
The slide comes drilled and tapped for RMR and RMSC red dot footprints, and Retay includes a universal mounting plate to cover optics that fall outside those two patterns. Up front you get a TruGlo fiber optic sight for quick target pickup, paired with a target-style adjustable rear. Deep slide serrations make racking easy even with the lower spring tension of a rimfire.
Mags and Backing for the RXP22 Black
This particular package pairs a 13-round magazine with an 18-round magazine, giving you a standard and an extended option so you spend more time shooting and less time reloading. The whole thing is backed by Retay's limited lifetime warranty, which is a nice bit of reassurance on a gun that's priced to be an everyday range companion rather than a safe queen.
Key Specifications
- Caliber: .22 LR
- Action: Double/Single Action Hammer Fired
- Barrel Length: 4 inches
- Barrel: Precision-drilled, chrome-finished AISI 4140 steel, threaded 1/2×28
- Magazine Capacity: 13rd (1) and 18rd (1)
- Front Sight: TruGlo Fiber Optic
- Rear Sight: Target-Style Adjustable
- Optic Compatibility: RMR/RMSC footprint, includes universal mounting plate
- Safety: Manual
- Magazine Release: Reversible
- Frame: Textured Polymer with Integrated Picatinny Rail
- Finish: Black
- Overall Length: 7.5 inches
- Weight: Approx. 1 lb 8 oz
- Manufacturer: Retay USA
- MPN / UPC: RXP22-BLK-1318TH / 193212047960
What’s Included
- Retay RXP22 .22 LR pistol
- One 13-round magazine
- One 18-round magazine
- Universal optic mounting plate
- Owner's manual
Frequently Asked Questions
What suppressors and muzzle devices fit the Retay RXP22?
The RXP22 comes with a 4-inch barrel threaded in the standard 1/2×28 rimfire pitch. That means most .22 caliber suppressors and muzzle devices made for rimfire pistols will thread right on. It's one of the main reasons people grab this model over the standard barrel version.
Is the RXP22 a good pistol for new shooters?
It's one of the better picks out there for learning. The .22 LR chambering keeps recoil and muzzle blast low, which helps new shooters build confidence and focus on fundamentals without flinching. The cheap ammo also means you can practice a lot more for the same money.
Does the Retay RXP22 come optic-ready?
Yes. The slide is drilled and tapped for RMR and RMSC red dot footprints, so you can mount a compatible micro red dot directly. Retay also includes a universal mounting plate to handle optics that don't fall into those two patterns.
What magazines come with this version of the RXP22?
This particular SKU ships with one 13-round magazine and one 18-round magazine. That gives you a flush-fit standard option and a higher-capacity extended mag for longer range sessions. Both are designed specifically for the RXP22 platform.
Does the RXP22 mirror the feel of a full-size handgun?
That's the whole idea behind it. Retay designed the ergonomics, controls, and grip to closely resemble popular centerfire duty pistols, so the transition between this trainer and your carry gun feels natural. It makes affordable rimfire practice translate to your bigger-bore shooting.




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