BHP FAN
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10/22.
want to buy .22 rifle
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gvnwst
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I personally don't like the 10/22 unless you get a really high end one, as the base models have horrible triggers, aren't THAT accurate, ect. I like savage MKIIs for bolt guns, and the marlin 60 for a semi. My MKII will shoot holes inside of a base 10/22, and mine is $105 instead of $250.
Highland Ranger
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by action . . .
In order of preference:
Bolt:
CZ 452 (good value for the money, well made, tackdriver)
Semi-Auto:
Browning Semi Auto 22 (old design, but a sweet rifle)
Marlin 60 (a classic)
Ruger 10/22 (prolific, customizable, just don't look at one with a Browning next to it. Two different levels of artifact)
In order of preference:
Bolt:
CZ 452 (good value for the money, well made, tackdriver)
Semi-Auto:
Browning Semi Auto 22 (old design, but a sweet rifle)
Marlin 60 (a classic)
Ruger 10/22 (prolific, customizable, just don't look at one with a Browning next to it. Two different levels of artifact)
Jaybird78
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10/22's are a great bargain and you can customize to your desire........
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........my Henry HOO1T gets all the range time now.
Have fun and shoot strait.
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........my Henry HOO1T gets all the range time now.
Have fun and shoot strait.
DirtyFrog1960
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If you like the Evil Black Rifle look, the Walther G22 is a nice choice. I have certainly gotten my money's worth of fun plinking out of it (though it cost a lot more than a Ruger 10/22). I have had variable results with accuracy --CCI Green Label has been the best for me, with ~50% hit rates on a 1" spinner at 70 meters. At the opposite extreme, I use CCI Mini-Mag (36gr) for silhouette so I don't have to adjust the sights so much across the 40m to 100m ranges.
moonzapa
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The Ruger 10/22 is okay...I've got one. However, for serious shooters it is very hard to beat the CZ-452. Most accurate .22 out of the box you can buy. I would opt for the CZ-453 which has the set trigger. My CZ-452 is my prized possession and I wouldn't trade it or sell it. There are Timney and Brownell's triggers available for the CZ-452, I purchased the Brownell's because I wasn't aware of the Timney trigger. You won't need a new trigger with the CZ-453. This is the best advice I can give you, and advice is free.
Why do you think there is so much of a after market for the Ruger 10/22 maybe because out of the box there basically junk. I own 1 and it's not stock by a long shot. For a good reasonably priced and accurate 22 look at the Browning or the CZ.:banghead:
If you want to learn about .22s check out this web site http://www.rimfirecentral.com. There are so many good .22 rifles for around $200 or less that you could buy several. Although, .22s seem to be ammo sensitive and you will have to try different brands to find what your .22 likes best. Also, if quick reloads are important to you, get a rifle with a removeable magazine. Tube magazines are more time consuming and awkward to reload.
I have had a Winchester 190 for over 30 years and it is very accurate and has never given me any trouble. I also picked up a Marlin 60 in excellent condition for $30 at a gun show and it is just as accurate and reliable as my Winchester. I also bought a Stevens model 62 with a plastic stock (Savage model 64) for $30 but it seems to be cheaply made. I wouldn't buy this rifle unless you get it cheap.
I have had a Winchester 190 for over 30 years and it is very accurate and has never given me any trouble. I also picked up a Marlin 60 in excellent condition for $30 at a gun show and it is just as accurate and reliable as my Winchester. I also bought a Stevens model 62 with a plastic stock (Savage model 64) for $30 but it seems to be cheaply made. I wouldn't buy this rifle unless you get it cheap.
if your looking for a semi auto and dont mind paying atleast 200 id go with the 10-22. with the amount of availible accesories its hard to beat. I just bought a savage mkII from wal-mart for 124 after tax. you can get a semi or bolt action and it has a 10 round clip. I got a bolt action because they are more fun to shoot and more accurate. its kinda loud but an amasingly simple and easy to clean.
KINGMAX
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Ruger 10/22
You have heard it all by now about the RUGUER 10/22.
I have two 10/22's, one short carbine type as well as a deluxe 10/22 in stainless w/ a checkered stock. I have not had an issued w/ either one of them. I can't even estimate how many thousand of rounds of ammo I have sent down range. ( 
& I do mean thousands). Both of them are pure stock, I have not made any changes. I clean them each time they return home from the range, fish camp or hunting trip. Folks seem to think I go overboard about keeping my guns clean, but that goes back to my military days.
They are alot of after market things out there if you want to build yourself something more to your liking. Get you one, I am sure you will like it.
My second choice is an older Glenfield or Marlin w/ a tube style magazine.
Another one is an old REMINGTON NYLON 66 either in the Black stock in stainless steel or the brown stock w/ blued steel. They are loaded at the butt plate of the stock. I think they can handle 22 shorts, longs and long rifles.
You have heard it all by now about the RUGUER 10/22.
I have two 10/22's, one short carbine type as well as a deluxe 10/22 in stainless w/ a checkered stock. I have not had an issued w/ either one of them. I can't even estimate how many thousand of rounds of ammo I have sent down range. ( & I do mean thousands). Both of them are pure stock, I have not made any changes. I clean them each time they return home from the range, fish camp or hunting trip. Folks seem to think I go overboard about keeping my guns clean, but that goes back to my military days. They are alot of after market things out there if you want to build yourself something more to your liking. Get you one, I am sure you will like it.
My second choice is an older Glenfield or Marlin w/ a tube style magazine.
Another one is an old REMINGTON NYLON 66 either in the Black stock in stainless steel or the brown stock w/ blued steel. They are loaded at the butt plate of the stock. I think they can handle 22 shorts, longs and long rifles.
spiroxlii
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I agree with King Ghidora. I have a 10/22 and a Marlin 60. It may be faster to switch mags, but it's fast, easy, and painless to load a tube. If I have a pile of 10/22 magazines already loaded, then maybe it is faster to reload a 10/22, but it's easier to load the tube on a Marlin 60 than it is to fill a stock rotary or aftermarket hi-cap mag on a 10/22.
woof
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You can get a Remington Model Five for about $165 now.
kiawahman
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Sinixstar,
Do you have a source for 25rd mags for a Marlin Papoose? I've seen a couple Ram-Line poly mags on auction sites but they want the moon & stars for them, ($40 & $45). Ram-Line discontinued making their mags to fit Marlin rifles.
Marlin used to make & market nickle plated 15 rd mags, but all I can find are their 7's & 10's for $19.95 each. I did see one 15 rd Marlin OEM mag on GB.com, NIP, but for $40(!). Numrich used to sell 15 rd steel mags, but they're backordered with no future availability date.
There has to be a market for (reasonably priced) hi-cap mags for these rifles as their popularity is climbing again.
Do you have a source for 25rd mags for a Marlin Papoose? I've seen a couple Ram-Line poly mags on auction sites but they want the moon & stars for them, ($40 & $45). Ram-Line discontinued making their mags to fit Marlin rifles.
Marlin used to make & market nickle plated 15 rd mags, but all I can find are their 7's & 10's for $19.95 each. I did see one 15 rd Marlin OEM mag on GB.com, NIP, but for $40(!). Numrich used to sell 15 rd steel mags, but they're backordered with no future availability date.
There has to be a market for (reasonably priced) hi-cap mags for these rifles as their popularity is climbing again.
PryItFromMyColdDeadHands
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10/22.....i have had one for years! I love it.
If you like modding, they have stuff out there for just about whatever you want to do.
If you like modding, they have stuff out there for just about whatever you want to do.
atlanticfire
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I collect old Remington 512 of various models, and love them. They can be found around gun broker. Also the GSG rifles are fun if you looking for tactacool.
cavemandave1975
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i have a old marlin mod 60 made for western auto verry accurate like it better then the 10-22
FMJMIKE
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Hmmmmm............10/22 gets my vote...............
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