semi-auto .22 that is not a 10/22
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I love the GSG Sturmgewehr 44 (StG 44) Schmeisser in 22LR. It's an excellent replica if you like them, nice trigger pull at 5.5-6.1 lbs (at least for me), very accurate (I can keep 15 shots within 2x2" at 70 ft standing with my 70 year old eyes), a scope is easily mounted, it has 25 rds mags, superb fit and finish (forearm is steel as in the original), very easy to disassemble for cleaning. The only thing is that it's on a heavy side (9.5 lbs).
This is mine with 4 mags. That's a firepower! Highly recommended!
colonel3006
Regular
- Location
- Ayton,ontario
I'll second that. Only have the one but definitely my favorite 22. Very accurate and reliable.
Marlin 795 accurate out of the box goodness
x2 -- Great rifle with 25 round aftermarket magazines
Sea Shepherd
New member
- Location
- Victoria, B.C
I was in a similar boat, and I ended up going with the GSG-15, over a 10/22.
I like that it has a lifetime warranty, is made in Germany, and was designed from the ground-up. The 10/22 has been a staple for yeeears, but I found to add some of the stuff I wanted (bipod, scope, etc), it was going to require $$$ or modifying the stock (drilling and putting in mounts, etc).
The GSG-15 comes with flip-up sites, and is covered in Picatinny rails so you can throw whatever you want on, wherever. The stock is extendable, folds, and has an integrated cheek riser.
It has a nice, light trigger pull. I had jamming/feed issues, and it was frustrating at first but once I figured out a decent ammo, and ran a bunch through it, I love it.
My only 'complaint' would be that you can't take it apart very far to clean it...it's a cool design, I'd just like to be able to get at the guts a little better because I'm paranoid about gunk buildup.
I like that it has a lifetime warranty, is made in Germany, and was designed from the ground-up. The 10/22 has been a staple for yeeears, but I found to add some of the stuff I wanted (bipod, scope, etc), it was going to require $$$ or modifying the stock (drilling and putting in mounts, etc).
The GSG-15 comes with flip-up sites, and is covered in Picatinny rails so you can throw whatever you want on, wherever. The stock is extendable, folds, and has an integrated cheek riser.
It has a nice, light trigger pull. I had jamming/feed issues, and it was frustrating at first but once I figured out a decent ammo, and ran a bunch through it, I love it.
My only 'complaint' would be that you can't take it apart very far to clean it...it's a cool design, I'd just like to be able to get at the guts a little better because I'm paranoid about gunk buildup.
I have a Mossberg 715T and I love it! I was really on the fence about buying it because of all the negative I've heard about the gun with regards to failure to feed, failure to eject, and stove pipes. I have run 500 rounds through the gun before cleaning it without a single failure of any kind. I ran another 300 through it after it was cleaned...also with no failures. I'm heading back to the range this afternoon, Friday, and Saturday with the gun and another 1000 rounds. I ONLY use CCI rimfire ammo. As far as I'm concerned its the best. I've run mini-mag RN and HP through it with zero issues.
Mike C.
Mike C.
I need to consider this gun more carefully. Does it feel cheap in your hands at all, and is there much plastic? I hate the idea of owning a plastic "synthetic" gun.
There is no plastic on the GSG StG 44 at all! It's all solid metal with some steel parts (e.g. forearm) and a solid wood buttstock. Its weight is nearly exactly the same as the original Sturmgewehr 44 (9.5lbs). When you shoot the GSG StG 44 22LR it feels rock solid in your arms. Recoil is absorbed by the mass of the carbine, which is one factor making the GSG StG 44 such an accurate gun even without any optics. With a scope (you need an original scope mount that comes with the gun) its accuracy is superb. I've shot nearly all available brands of 22LR ammo without any problems whatsoever.
Skeletor68
Regular
- Location
- Wainwright
I also own the STG-44 (.22) and love the rifle, picked up extra mags too. Other shooters do stop to look at it while it is deployed at the Range. the only plastic part is in the upper reciever, behind the bolt, the black BUFFER. if there is a way to get a steel or aluminum one made I would swap it out.
- Location
- The hole under the tree
GSG-15, you'll love it, it shoots great, very accutate and 22 rounds in the mag. In fact either one of the GSG models are great so I've read but I went with the GSG-15 and I would highly recommend it, it's a very fun gun.
Brutus
CGN Ultra frequent flyer
Everyone's definition of 22 LR fun is different. Mine would be making a 220 yard strike on a gopher with my single shot ES350b Mauser.
But I have been spoiled in the last two decades of prairie province living, so volume shooting just does not do it for me anymore.
But I have been spoiled in the last two decades of prairie province living, so volume shooting just does not do it for me anymore.
Have you looked at the Chiappa M1-22 style rifles?
I have one in the synthetic stock, and it's a great fun little semi-auto plinker. They can be had with a wooden stock as well, and then they become difficult to distinguish from an actual M1 carbine. In fact, I'm told that a Chiappa action will drop right into a genuine M1 carbine wood stock.
I vote for the Remington 597 because it is reliable and very accurate.Great 4 pound trigger on my factory 597 hb and it is more accurate than a stock 10-22.I think it a bargain for it's performance and double guide rods.I really like mine.
