I used to shoot back when I was a kid in Boy Scouts but that was some time ago. I want to buy a .22 LR rifle because A) Ammo is so cheap B) I can shoot it at any of the indoor ranges in my location and C) Little recoil. I plan on using it for target practice at the range and small game hunting.
The rifle I used to shoot with was a single shot bolt action I believe. While I don't want a single shot I do prefer bolt action. Also I've narrowed down my preferences to a clip magazine instead of a tube loader.
I had briefly considered the Ruger 10/22 but it seems a lot of what makes it so loved is that it is so customizable - something I don't much care about. I want a gun $200 or less that comes out of the box reliable, accurate and fun to use.
So these are the two rifles that I've essentially been able to find that fit all of my needs. Which of these would those of you who know much much more than I do recommend? If there is another rifle that you would recommend instead of these please let me know. I'm very much open to any suggestions and appreciate any and all advice.
Savage Mark II-F Rimfire
http://www.savagearms.com/markiif.htm
Marlin Model 925
http://www.marlinfirearms.com/Firearms/BoltAction22/925.aspx
The rifle I used to shoot with was a single shot bolt action I believe. While I don't want a single shot I do prefer bolt action. Also I've narrowed down my preferences to a clip magazine instead of a tube loader.
I had briefly considered the Ruger 10/22 but it seems a lot of what makes it so loved is that it is so customizable - something I don't much care about. I want a gun $200 or less that comes out of the box reliable, accurate and fun to use.
So these are the two rifles that I've essentially been able to find that fit all of my needs. Which of these would those of you who know much much more than I do recommend? If there is another rifle that you would recommend instead of these please let me know. I'm very much open to any suggestions and appreciate any and all advice.
Savage Mark II-F Rimfire
http://www.savagearms.com/markiif.htm
Marlin Model 925
http://www.marlinfirearms.com/Firearms/BoltAction22/925.aspx