Anybody shoot a Volquartsen?

[Halffast]

Does anyone else shoot a Volquartsen rimfire?

I have the .22 Mag with the lightweight barrel and the McMillon stock. It's topped with a Leupold 2.5 to 8 x 36. It shoots way better than I do.

Here are some targets I shot @ 50 yards with CCI ammo. All groups are 5 shots.

I want to get a higher magnification scope and try some groups at 100 yards. With the 8 power, I can tell if I'm on the bull at 100, but I can't tell exactly where on the bull. It sucks to get old and not be able to see.

David

 

[Halffast]

Here are two more targets.

 

[Selfdfenz]

I don't have a Volquartsen but I can see why there reputation is justly earned.

I'm jealous of those targets.

(aren't you supposed to be writing a book or something?????? )

S-

 

[El Rojo]

I bought a Volquartsen THM 16.5" barrel for my Ruger 10/22. I have shot 10 shot 3/4" groups at 50 yards with it. When I take it squirrel shooting, I am the only reason I miss. For a compact squirrel gun that is light, I don't think you can go wrong with the 16.5" THM barrel.

 

[Sactown]

I built my own 10/22 with Volq parts. THM barrel, cantilver mount, extractor, TG2000, the only ruger parts are the receiver and bolt. It shoots the lights out. Sub-dime at 50yards with bulk Win Dynapoints.

 

[CB900F]

Half;

I had one built at the shop in Carroll Iowa several years ago. I hunt gophers with it. It's a sure hit with one shot out to 100 yards. Had to do my ammo testing & learn the midrange correction of course. But I've sighted it in at 100 yards & am extremely happy.

Tom did the action & mounted the tensionlite barrel. I put it in a Hogue stock with Burris mounts on the receiver & a Weaver V-16 FCH scope. As it's the light .920 barrel, I did not free-float it. It has shot a .016 10 shot group at 25 yards. But really, it's a hunter, not a bench gun.

900F

 

[Rembrandt]

Got two Volquartsens, don't laugh...but we shoot flies at 100yards with them....here's a pic

 

[Halffast]

SD - Yes, I am supposed to be writing, but sometimes I get stuck or just need a break.

Red - That's the barrel I have on mine, too. I love it.

Sac - Sweeeeeeeet!

900 - I would kill to get to go to the shop.

Rembrant - TWO? And, I thought I was bragging! That is an awesome rifle. I'm not laughing and I bet the flies aren't either! What scope do you have on it? I am really wanting another to set up mostly for target shooting. I can't decide between another .22 mag or a .17 HMR. Anybody have any opinions? Mine is really great for hunting, but it needs more scope to be a good 100 yard target gun and I think I want the heavy barrel, too.

To anyone who's considered buying one of these - They are on the expensive side, but they are worth every penny. I shoot this rifle more than any other I own and it has made me a much better shot with all of my rifles. Shoot one and you will be a believer. If anyone in the San Antonio area would like to shoot mine, let me know.

David

Edited because some how some of my E's disapeared. 'Fess up...you took them, didn't you?

 

[rjcardinal]

Volquartsen

Yep I shoot one too. They are pricey but worth it. One ragged hole at 100 yards is easy with my Volquartsen 17HMR Deluxe.

Ron

 

[CB900F]

Half;

'Twere me, and it was, I'd go for the .22 long rifle. In fact, I'd lay a dollar to a dead rat that if you go with the .17, you'll sell the .22mag to get a .22lr.

900F

 

[Rembrandt]

Halffast....was using a 20X Unertel on that Thumbhole unit to shoot flies..it now has a 3-9X Burris, not nearly enough scope for "swatting flies".

Here's a pic of Volquartsen #2....this one has some sentimental value, autographed stock by the hand of "Moses".

 

[Halffast]

900,

Sell my .22 Mag? That's sacrilege! Why I'd rather sell my soul. But you bring up an interesting point. (Halffast rubs his chin thoughtfully.) Maybe I need a .17 HMR AND a .22 LR. Yeah, that's the ticket!

Rembrant,

OK, now you're off of the Christmas card list and on that OTHER list that I keep. In fact you may be pleased to know that you are right up toward the top.

David

PS - Nice rifles! Can you tell us how you got Moses's signiture?

 

[Rembrandt]

Met him through some of NRA functions....signed it during his last year as president.

 

[Halffast]

Too cool!

 

[Rembrandt]

Here's a better view....a very classy gentleman.

 

[El Rojo]

I don't know if I would want Chuck to sign my 10/22. That is an expensive gun to not want to shoot anymore. I think I would give up my K-31 for the cause, especially now that they are less a $100.