What barrel length for Ruger 22/45?

Does anybody here have experience with the 4" vs 5.5" barrels comparing feel/balance to the 1911?
I am contemplating purchase soon but there are none in my locality to handle in person.  It may seem a little nit-picky, but we all know it comes down to how the weapon feels in the hand.  I do have a 1911 conversion kit, but really want a different dedicated bullseye 22.  Any opinions are greatly appriciated.

Get the 5.5”, balances better and has the weight you need up front.
Jon

I'll second the 5.5" recommendation by Jon....without question.

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Ok, 5.5" it is.   Many thanks.

I have a Mark II 22/45 Ruger with a 6 7/8" barrel. A few years ago I had Ten-Ring Precision do an action/trigger job and install a barrel liner. The pistol shoots great. But, after reading this thread, I am now wondering if shortening the barrel to say 5.5" (or some other length) would bring any advantages. And...if the answer is yes, are ther any complications in shortening and recrowning a lined barrel? Looking forward to your responses. Thank you in advance.

jgolba wrote:I have a Mark II 22/45 Ruger with a 6 7/8" barrel. A few years ago I had Ten-Ring Precision do an action/trigger job and install a barrel liner. The pistol shoots great. But, after reading this thread, I am now wondering if shortening the barrel to say 5.5" (or some other length) would bring any advantages. And...if the answer is yes, are ther any complications in shortening and recrowning a lined barrel? Looking forward to your responses. Thank you in advance.

Joe,
I would check with Ten-Ring, not sure how he cuts his barrel liners. In most cases they are stepped for gluing/epoxying into the barrel. As far as advantages go, a shorter barrel can be more forgiving at 50 yds from hand. If the weight of the 6-7/8” barrel doesn’t bother you your fine. Shooting irons vs. optics on the pistol can affect weight/balance.
Jon