OkayShooter
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Not even the CIL. I got a 64 Silhouette and 1403 Match 64 for under 600. This was only within the last 3 years
.22 lr rifles
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Hard to say - (haven't read the rules lately) but perhaps it's because you're fairly new. When I hover over your name (knepart) I see that you've posted 7 messages, you have no trader rating, no reaction score, and "buttons" to "follow", "ignore", or "start conversation". When I hover over someone else's "handle" - if they have a trader rating, I get a button to "add feedback"
It’s likely because you are so new; restrictions of post count to ensure you’re not a troll or bot.
With regards to a first .22, no need to buy something expensive right away. You can buy old cooeys and lakefields for 100-150 to see if interested.
Odd thing about most firearms, they prefer different types of ammunition. One that likes high velocity might shoot poorly with normal ammo. I’ve my grandfathers bolt action repeater that shoots terrible with high velocity, but is a tack driver with cheap, cheap Mexican augila(?) shells.
The learning curve is part of the fun. Just saying- don’t buy a lot of ammo until you figure out out what it shoots well with.
With regards to a first .22, no need to buy something expensive right away. You can buy old cooeys and lakefields for 100-150 to see if interested.
Odd thing about most firearms, they prefer different types of ammunition. One that likes high velocity might shoot poorly with normal ammo. I’ve my grandfathers bolt action repeater that shoots terrible with high velocity, but is a tack driver with cheap, cheap Mexican augila(?) shells.
The learning curve is part of the fun. Just saying- don’t buy a lot of ammo until you figure out out what it shoots well with.
OkayShooter
CGN Ultra frequent flyer
- Location
- Nova Scotia
The forum has safe guards to prevent scammers. So why you cannot respond to peoples ads yet. There are sticky posts in the introduction section that tells you everything you need to gain access.
But his advice is partially true. Rimfire ammo is like dice, what 1 gun likes, another may not. You basically have to figure yourself what your gun likes. But people don't want to hear that.
Thanks for the reply. So many choices in regards to the guns themselves, then the ammo to factor in. All part of the fun. I refer to my friends that shooting at the range, I consider this my golf game. Golf is not relaxing to me, other than the beer, but I really enjoy the shooting and the gun maintenance, no beer till I’m done. Have never owned guns, never really been around them, but since I have retired, I thought why not, try something different. The folks at the gun store said “welcome to the addiction”, can’t say he’s wrong, All I do now is look for different guns, and read gun forums.
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I bought a Tikka T1X and put a 4-16 scope with side parallax and a cross hair with stadias.
Sighted in with Blazer and 50 yards then played with the various stadia to 100 yards.
First stadia is good to about 65 yards, 2nd to 85 yards and the 3rd is maybe 1/2" high at 100.
Minor errors in range still equate to MOG . . . Minute of Gopher.
The Blazer ammo is the cheapest available but will still group 1.25" at 100 yards for five shots.
Sighted in with Blazer and 50 yards then played with the various stadia to 100 yards.
First stadia is good to about 65 yards, 2nd to 85 yards and the 3rd is maybe 1/2" high at 100.
Minor errors in range still equate to MOG . . . Minute of Gopher.
The Blazer ammo is the cheapest available but will still group 1.25" at 100 yards for five shots.
Savage B-22 bolt action, 10-shot rotary mag, wood stock - https://thegundealer.ca/product/savage-arm-b22-g-22-lr/
OR Laminate - https://www.gotenda.com/product/savage-b22-bns-sr-22-lr-18-barrel/
OR Laminate - https://www.gotenda.com/product/savage-b22-bns-sr-22-lr-18-barrel/
“In the beginning there was rimfire…”
My advice, for what it is worth, is to just see what fits you.
Grab a coffee, head to the LGS and handle them. Shoulder a few. Feel the bolt throws, rack a lever, charge a semi….
Then hope to shoot something at the local range or with a friend.
No need to break the bank…and the whole ammo thing is another entire topic.
My advice, for what it is worth, is to just see what fits you.
Grab a coffee, head to the LGS and handle them. Shoulder a few. Feel the bolt throws, rack a lever, charge a semi….
Then hope to shoot something at the local range or with a friend.
No need to break the bank…and the whole ammo thing is another entire topic.
Gun shows are rich places to see and handle different firearms. It's good etiquette to ask the seller first before picking something up. Prices can be high so you have to do your research but there's always deals too. Making offers is common.
Thank you. Funny you mention to shoulder the gun to see how it feels, being new to this, I feel kind of dumb holding and looking down the sight. But this makes perfect sense as it has to feel like it fits me, like a good pair of shoes I guess.
That is one of the best gun shows in Western Canada.... highly recommended. It can be overwhelming, go early and take your time. Good place to find ammo too.
". . . fussy with ammo ..." translates to "More Accurate". Not fussy = Sloppy chamber. "Be careful" in case you hit what you're aiming at. 
It's Not a 'target barrel' unless it's a "... Match Chamber barrel ...", ie a Varmint Match Target Rifle = VMTR , LRP, At-One, and other models often available.
It's Not a 'target barrel' unless it's a "... Match Chamber barrel ...", ie a Varmint Match Target Rifle = VMTR , LRP, At-One, and other models often available.
NO Canadian gun owner should be buying any CZ firearm. Don't care if it is used.
