To put it bluntly, if you pay more than $100 for one, you're being ripped off. Even $100 is a bit generous for a Jennings. Simply put, they are junk. If someone came into my shop and tried selling me one, I wouldn't even give them the time of day for it. At a gun shop, they typically sell for between $75 and $125, based on wear and condition. It's doubtful that shop paid more than $50 for it if they bought it from an individual.
Yes, a Jennings J22 will fire without a magazine inserted.
That's a task best left to a gunsmith.
Recommend you ask a gunsmith for help
These retail for about $85 new.
Best to ask a gunsmith for help if you don't have a manual
.22 LR rim fire
They were about $60 new, and now about $100 in good condition at a gun show.
$50 to $75. These were very crude, low cost firearms of no particularly high quality.
No, a magazine for a Jimenez J22 will not fit a Jimenez J25 pistol. While both pistols are manufactured by the same company, they are designed for different calibers and have distinct magazine dimensions. Therefore, using a J22 magazine in a J25 could lead to feeding issues and is not advisable. Always use the correct magazine specifically designed for your firearm model.
The estimated value of a Jennings model J-22 pistol is between $80-$150 dollars depending on finish and condition. They are becoming more rare and are going up in value rapidly. They are a part of the Ring of Fire pistols and have a unique place in history as the original "Saturday Night Special", which may ultimately make them a must-have with collectors or "mouseguns".
used about 125 (like new) - 50 (worn) dollars us. New about 150.00 Us.
On mine which has a 314xxx serial (bryco arms Jennings J22). The serial number is located on the frames left hand side towards the rear. It is beneath the slide behind the safety and grip. PS: I have seen some J22's that do not have the s/n stamped in this location so yours may be different.