railroader
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I would recommend the marlin 7000. I have both a bull barrel 10/22 and the marlin. The marlin is just as accurate as the ruger and is a heck of a lot cheaper. The marlin also has a bull barrel but it is a smaller diameter than the .920 barrels used on the rugers. This makes the marlin balance well and not feel front heavy. You can order the marlin from walmart for about $160. I use to own the savage 64 which was also a nice little rifle for the money, but the marlin would out shoot it. Mark