Whats a good bolt training rifle?

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I need more trigger time. I have a riot with my K31 and handloads but TBH im a new shooter, developing a flinch and need to work on trigger pull stance etc etc....

So what would be a good reasonably priced bolt 22 something like the remmy 700 of the 22 world? this is totally new territory for me.

only thing ive looked at is the ruger 10/22
 
I'd recommend a bolt-action repeater from the likes of Marlin (pre-2009) or Savage. I have the Marlin 925 and it's very accurate and well built. Check out the Savage Mk II series.
 
You may want to consider looking at one of the offerings from CZ (i.e. 452 / 453 American or Varmint).


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Chizzy
 
If budget isn't of great concern, step up a few grades.
Even a quality rimfire are fun to shoot.
I bought a Browning T-Bolt and have not regretted it.
The double mag is a great idea.
One day I will own a CZ to add to my collection.
 
GunNewb said:
I need more trigger time. I have a riot with my K31 and handloads but TBH im a new shooter, developing a flinch and need to work on trigger pull stance etc etc....

So what would be a good reasonably priced bolt 22 something like the remmy 700 of the 22 world? this is totally new territory for me.

only thing ive looked at is the ruger 10/22
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Since you are asking about "reasonable priced", the only answer is a Savage Mk.II. The heavy barrel version with synthetic stock is $250 from WSS, add a decent scope and you have a great shooting rifle for less than $500.

If money is less tight, look at a CZ or the higher end versions of the Savage with laminate stocks.


Mark
 
Another approach is not as cheap as .22LR ammo, but since you mentioned that you reload, you could use light load of fast burning powder and cast lead bullets. My buddy uses 7 grains of Bullseye over a 110 grain bullet in his .303 Brit which is accurate and his 10 yr old daughter shoots it.

You don't need to buy another rifle, and you'll be practicing with the actual rifle you'll be using....minus the hard recoil of full rifle loads.

IMO, if your intent is meaningful practice with your K31, this is a good option.

If you want another rifle in .22LR so you can shoot tons and not have to reload, then that is another matter. That will take you down a precipitous road to .22 insanity:D
 
Something to think about, maybe ill load up a batch of light recoil rounds for my k31. Bullets are my main cost though and I'm not gonna be getting into casting any time soon. Surely practice on a 22 is gonna carry over to centerfire?
 
There's a gent named Ben Hunchak on these forum. He casts/sells rifle bullets and may have some for your caliber. Send him a PM.

If your problem is flinch, I'd suggest dry firing your K31, keeping sights on target continuing to follow-through, say a hundred times.

Then, at the range, set up a close target, say 15 meters. Have a buddy randomly load the rifle magazine with live ammo and dummy ammo, while you cycle the bolt and shoot. You'll know you flinch when you squeeze the trigger on a dummy round. At 15 meters, your groups should be small, like 3/8 inch or less.

Not saying you are, but some people are recoil-shy when shooting full caliber battle rifles. Don't know how to help in this regard.
 
GunNewb said:
Something to think about, maybe ill load up a batch of light recoil rounds for my k31. Bullets are my main cost though and I'm not gonna be getting into casting any time soon. Surely practice on a 22 is gonna carry over to centerfire?
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Just curious, which 7.5 Swiss dies do you use? Redding, Hornady, RCBS, or Lee? And are they the k31 specific dies?
 
mosinmaster said:
Just curious, which 7.5 Swiss dies do you use? Redding, Hornady, RCBS, or Lee? And are they the k31 specific dies?
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Why do you ask? Theyre just the RCBS ones I havent heard any complaints, I know the whole thing about redding being officially for the K31 but folks over at swiss rifles forum dont seem to care about that stuff at all.

thanks for all the input- methinks I'm going to load me up some snap caps and switch over to cast bullets- I never thought about just buying cast bullets. Thatll make this rifle wayyyyy cheaper to shoot and give me the practice time I need. TBH I dont even have THAT much time to shoot where 22 would be that much more economical than just using cast bullets.



mosinmaster said:
Just curious, which 7.5 Swiss dies do you use? Redding, Hornady, RCBS, or Lee? And are they the k31 specific dies?
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Go with a CZ, you won't beat the value for the money spent IMHO. The 452's are harder to find now that they are discontinued last year although a few new ones turn up here and there if you look. The newer 455's get the nod from me and many others. Chambers were a bit tight on the first ones that came out but the teething problems have been fixed. The 455 offers the oportunity to easily change out barrels for about $140. Trigger can be easily lightened to your preferance with a YoDave kit for under $20.
 
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