.22 what to look for?

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Hey everyone,

Im getting into target shooting. I love taking the .22 out and just shooting paper targets and seeing my grouping which most of my buddies find boring. They all want to hunt........

Anyways, what should I be looking for? Keeping in mind the application im going for?
Right now im shooting my great grandfathers winchester model 61 Pump with metals yes metals the scope was dropped while moving.
 
linzeiisdad said:
IMO I'd be looking at the CZ 452/455 series of rifles.
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I second that!

This CZ 452 Varmint .22 LR is for sale in the EE:

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mardig88 said:
ruger 10/22
very versatile
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If built properly with full KIDD components (except receiver/stock) then yes, I’d go with a 10/22, but that would cost ~$1300 without scope (add another $1-2K for decent glass).
 
The CZ are nice and quite accurate. If you're on a budget the savage mark II rifles are damn accurate for what they cost. The 10/22 isn't as accurate as a good bolt gun, but being semi can be more fun shooting if that's what you're looking for.
 
Never pass up a Mossberg 144 either ( dummy i am i sold mine). It is an amazing rifle to shoot. I have used my 1940 Marlin 81 in many competitions and placed high in many, even won a few. Expensive and big names do not mean a great target rifle.....but it takes a good shooter to complete the team. Knowing how your gun shoots and the ammo it likes will make you happy with the gun you buy. Start with a good used bolt and then update to what feels good in your hands.
 
There are all sorts of vintage .22 rifles around, that are dandy shooters. Can be hard to find new production that is of equal quality, without paying a higher price.
 
I really like my marlin 81, would be fantastic if it had a lighter trigger. I'd say its a tough one to beat for very low cost and surprising accuracy. Using quality match ammo makes a huge difference.

I had the chance to try a really nice .22 match rifle last weekend thanks to Peter at Hirsch precision, and can definitely say when it comes to that high end of rifles really made for accuracy and how tight they can group, the shooters ability/mistakes quickly show and the very light trigger is just awesome. I now have in mind to build something like that, its just a very different category from the hunting type of rifle and can't think of anything better for practicing.
 
tiriaq said:
There are all sorts of vintage .22 rifles around, that are dandy shooters. Can be hard to find new production that is of equal quality, without paying a higher price.
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I think this is spot-on. Sounds like you want something with a scope, or have the option of adding a scope easily. With that in mind, and assuming you're not wanting to blow the bank, I'd urge you to consider a Savage Mark II. If I were in BC wanting a .22lr rifle that might evolve into a hunting role, be carried long distances, it would probably be this one; http://www.savagearms.com/firearms/model/MARKIIFSS On a side note, I need another .22lr like I need a swift kick to the head...but this one has been bothering me lately; http://www.savagearms.com/firearms/model/MARKIIFVSR "Bothering" as in "wanting me to buy it". :)
 
There is no amount of practise that comes cheaper than a .22 LR. 500 rounds of .22 vs 20 of most center fires.
When one tires of making cloverleaf groups at 25, move to 50, and then to 100 yards.
 
Look for a mossberg .22 target type rifle. There are lots around which came from British shooting clubs years ago. Some of these guns were originally US military .22 rifles. Martini BSA .22 rifles are also something that should be considered.
 
Cooey 60 is one of the best repeaters going
The Cooey 60 the we have has been in the family
Since new and bought in 1946 works and is as accuret
As the day it was bought
 
landozer18 said:
Hey everyone,

Im getting into target shooting.
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I have a 10/22. It was my first rifle. I really like it and shoot it often. The fact is, as much fun as a 10/22 is, it is not the best choice for "target shooting" you had stated as your objective. If I were going out target shooting with a .22LR, it would be my CZ455. The CZ will shoot 1-1.5 MOA and the 10/22 will shoot 2-3 MOA.

If you started your thread with "I'm getting into plinking", I would have strongly recommended the 10/22.
 
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