I was in Dick's Sporting Goods today and was just about to leave, but decided to walk through the Hunting Lodge area. I noticed one rifle out of the rest of the .22's. I couldn't get a good look at the tag for information or anything, but the price said $99.99. I'm about to purchase my first firearm (a .22 rifle) and would like some information on this .22 for $99.99. Anyone have any experience with it?
The $99 .22 at Dick's Sporting Goods
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In case you didn't get the sarcasm from Twud, Dynasty, most people will require a make/model (company that made it and which type it was) in order to answer that question. Without that, we're just guessing about what gun might be $100.
kwelz
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Now there is no reason to be a Jerk.
However we really do need more information.
Can you give us a description of the rifle? Was it a Bolt or Semi?
At that price, the chances are it was something like a Marlin Model 60 or Similar.
However we really do need more information.
Can you give us a description of the rifle? Was it a Bolt or Semi?
At that price, the chances are it was something like a Marlin Model 60 or Similar.
ZeSpectre
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It was probably a Savage (maybe the 64).
If so, it's a decent plinker...not much more to say.
If so, it's a decent plinker...not much more to say.
EHCRain10
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maybe a Mossberg 702?
ive got one and its not that great, i would suggest a bolt over a semi for that price range
ive got one and its not that great, i would suggest a bolt over a semi for that price range
Vicious-Peanut
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I doubt it was a Marlin 60 for $100 if so I need to get one! Probably a Mossberg plinkster.
El Tejon
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Is it that Mossberg "Plinkster" thing?
Did it look like this=>http://www.mossberg.com/products/default.asp?ID=30§ion=products
Or this=>http://www.mossberg.com/products/default.asp?ID=38§ion=products
Did it look like this=>http://www.mossberg.com/products/default.asp?ID=30§ion=products
Or this=>http://www.mossberg.com/products/default.asp?ID=38§ion=products
Eightball
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It's the plinksters, it's all they have for that price. I've worked there a bit.
Frankly, I don't put much trust in them. Get a 10/22, and you'll be happier--more aftermarket support, more customization options, and a better rifle to boot. Or special order the 10/22 Rifle, try it on for size (since the original, the "carbine" version, seems slightly short to me, and I'm 6'0)
Frankly, I don't put much trust in them. Get a 10/22, and you'll be happier--more aftermarket support, more customization options, and a better rifle to boot. Or special order the 10/22 Rifle, try it on for size (since the original, the "carbine" version, seems slightly short to me, and I'm 6'0)
Haha, that was funny twud.
On the other hand: If i had to guess I would say it probably wasn't a 10/22. Those brand new usually run around $180 or so, not $99. But then again, it could be anything! It could have been an L85a2 platform converted to .22, in which case THATS A STEAL! haha! Ah... those L85A2 rifles are so awesome looking.
On the other hand: If i had to guess I would say it probably wasn't a 10/22. Those brand new usually run around $180 or so, not $99. But then again, it could be anything! It could have been an L85a2 platform converted to .22, in which case THATS A STEAL! haha! Ah... those L85A2 rifles are so awesome looking.
I've seen Mossberg plinkster rifles at that price, as well as the Stevens .22s (cheaper versions of the Savages). I've also seen the cricket rifles, too.
I'd spend a little more for a .22, though. Something like a Ruger 10/22 or one of the Savage or Marlin rifles- the Savage bolts do have the Accutrigger feature, and commonly available mags. That's what I'd get for $200. For $300-$400, I'd get a CZ or the Marlin 39A.
I'd spend a little more for a .22, though. Something like a Ruger 10/22 or one of the Savage or Marlin rifles- the Savage bolts do have the Accutrigger feature, and commonly available mags. That's what I'd get for $200. For $300-$400, I'd get a CZ or the Marlin 39A.
john paul
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i saw a winchester 190 for 69.99 last friday at the pawn shop and last year i bought a win. 290 for 62 and some change (with tax!) so there really is no telling!
yhtomit
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Dynasty:
I don't know what model you saw, sorry.
For a bit more (not a HUGE amount more), though, you can get any of quite a few well-regarded .22s.
I have a Savage .22 bolt-action rifle with synthetic stock and stainless bull barrel, came with a chintzy (but fine-for-me) scope. When I bought it all I knew was I wanted a .22, and the price was right ($140? $160?) -- couldn't have told a Savage from a Weatherby from anything else. However, I've been very pleased with it (it's my only .22 rifle), and have since been happy to learn that Savage is actually a well-regarded brand.
However, it's hard to go all that *wrong* with a .22 -- just look for one that's in your price range and has features you like. The 10/22 is the best-known autoloader, but .22 is available in so many configurations (bolt action v. autoloader v. lever action, and that bolt action can be a single shot, or be mag fed ...) that you can pore through until you find one that strikes you as the right one.
If you want to accessorize, the 10/22 has the great advantage that since "everybody" has one (I don't, but the concept is clear), there's a lot of aftermarket stuff built for it.
timothy
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I don't know what model you saw, sorry.
For a bit more (not a HUGE amount more), though, you can get any of quite a few well-regarded .22s.
I have a Savage .22 bolt-action rifle with synthetic stock and stainless bull barrel, came with a chintzy (but fine-for-me) scope. When I bought it all I knew was I wanted a .22, and the price was right ($140? $160?) -- couldn't have told a Savage from a Weatherby from anything else. However, I've been very pleased with it (it's my only .22 rifle), and have since been happy to learn that Savage is actually a well-regarded brand.
However, it's hard to go all that *wrong* with a .22 -- just look for one that's in your price range and has features you like. The 10/22 is the best-known autoloader, but .22 is available in so many configurations (bolt action v. autoloader v. lever action, and that bolt action can be a single shot, or be mag fed ...) that you can pore through until you find one that strikes you as the right one.
If you want to accessorize, the 10/22 has the great advantage that since "everybody" has one (I don't, but the concept is clear), there's a lot of aftermarket stuff built for it.
timothy
Good luck!
Carl N. Brown
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I have a pre-cursor of the Mossberg 702 Plinkster, a Mag Tech 7022 made by CBC if IRC with an odd but practical adult-size wood stock and I paid 69.95 ; the Mossberg 702 has a slim synthetic youth dimensioned stock. My 7022 has been a good gun when my grandson accompanied me to the range (I have a Marlin 60). Still, if I was buying new I would opt for a Marlin 60 or Ruger 1022 for a few bucks more.
sarduy
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I've seen a plinkster in action, or rather in inaction. Couples of guys showed up at the range and it was constantly jamming on them. No idea if it was cleaned out, the ammo, or what. They barrel swept the firing line a few times and I left a few minutes later after telling them to keep it forward and being ignored.
I have a Marlin 60, which shoots very nice. These can be had for just a little more, and mine has been very good so far.
I have a Marlin 60, which shoots very nice. These can be had for just a little more, and mine has been very good so far.
Fish828
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if i had to guess i would say it is a Savage Arms 64. i saw one the other day at Dunham's for $109.99 with a 4x15mm scope included.
I just bought a used model 60 in good shape, for $75.00 out the door at a local pawn shop. In my experience this is a fairly common price.
The Marlin model 60 is more accurate than a Ruger 10/22, out of the box. The only advantage the Ruger has is a overwhelming array of aftermarket parts.
RobertFBurnett
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+1 Not sure if I'm in a minority, but I really am not a huge fan of the 10/22, it goes bang when I pull the trigger an all, but the Marlin Model 60 is just a better feel to me, plus its the first rifle I ever fired, giving it some bonus sentimental points.
RFB
Did the rifle look something like this:
If so, then what you saw was a Rossi Matched Pair, most likely a youth model. Mine is the synthetic model. They make them in wood as well, which would be inadequately sized for a grown man. They include a .22 barrel and your choice of a .410 or 20 gauge shotgun barrel, a case, and a carry strap- designed for the case, which is optimistically referred to as a sling in some Rossi literature, as well as a integral trigger lock keys (it uses the some lock system as Taurus revolvers). I bought a Chinese SKS/ AK sling, because the leather tabs are sixed well for the small sling swivels.
Mine came with fiber optic sights. Others come with lesser quality adjustable rifle sights.
If so, then what you saw was a Rossi Matched Pair, most likely a youth model. Mine is the synthetic model. They make them in wood as well, which would be inadequately sized for a grown man. They include a .22 barrel and your choice of a .410 or 20 gauge shotgun barrel, a case, and a carry strap- designed for the case, which is optimistically referred to as a sling in some Rossi literature, as well as a integral trigger lock keys (it uses the some lock system as Taurus revolvers). I bought a Chinese SKS/ AK sling, because the leather tabs are sixed well for the small sling swivels.
Mine came with fiber optic sights. Others come with lesser quality adjustable rifle sights.
okiewita40
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While a 10/22 is a decent .22 a marlin 60 is just a much nicer rifle to shoot.
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