.22LR in either pump action or bolt action rifle

Disco Bob

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Hi there,

I am interested in grabbing a .22LR in either pump or bolt action. It's because I want to be able to shoot reg. .22 cal also. I also want to only buy it new. Any suggestions as to the make and model of what I should be looking at? My grandson is about 10 years old and instead of starting him on pellet rifles I fig. I will get him right into the game with the real deal. As such that is why I wanted to buy it new, perhaps it is something he would cherish and keep it for life.


Thanks again for the input.
 
There are some options for a pump .22lr in the new category: Remington 572 Fieldmaster and the Henry Pump .22 also Rossi made a pump rifle for a while.

As for a bolt action there are way too many to list although I do like the Savage and CZ bolt actions quite a bit. Its all about what you want to spend. No doubt several more people will chime in.

I suggest you take him to a gun shop and shoulder some rifles. I am on a quest for a VG condition used 572 to me they are one of the ones worth having.
 
If you're not looking for an collect model, like suggested, look for a Remington 572 Fieldmaster.
It's a full size rifle, not like a Gallery Pump.

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If you're limiting to also shoot .22 short/CB, there's not a lot. And some pumps/levers cannot use Shorts. For less money than the Fieldmaster you can get a Marlin 60 and shoot Standard Velocity or sub-sonic for less noise. The subs cost about the same as Shorts (if you can find them) while SV is available for around $3/50 if you shop around. I also recommend the Savage B22-FV (a heavy barrel), but I doubt if you could consistently get Shorts to chamber properly from the rotary mag. It's super accurate when you find the 'best' brand and a good (14x or better) scope. I have a Bushnell Engage 6-18x50 on mine and shoot under 3/4" regularly. Caveat : The B22 weighs about 8-lbs, is the boy able to hold that? The Marlin is a bit lighter and comes with irons, which the B22 doesn't.

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... or open your options and simply buy a decent bolt gun. If you insist on shorts, which I also like, manually chamber them. The 40gr CCI Longs in 710fps are almost as quiet as the 29gr CCI CB Shorts, can be chambered from a magazine and are more accurate. My vote is for Tikka or CZ. For twice as much money, you may find an Anschutz a hair more accurate, but not always.
 
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Nowadays it's kind of a crap shoot Bob . as in the quality of the new rifles from what I have heard and seen . if I was you it would be easier to teach your Grandson to shoot safely with a bolt action rifle . with a pump or many of the others it will be harder to show an empty chamber and with a bolt gun I teach marksmanship . and safety of course. look for an old cooey model 600 or something of that nature . I have heard that the new savage 22 rifles and even some of the CZ 22 rifles can be fussy on ammo as in accuracy . even a single shot cooey model 39 . they are light and accurate . then he can advance to a pump or a semiauto . now this is just my opinion . I've taught quite a few people to shoot . I always tell them and repeat over and over that once you pull that trigger you can't call that bullet back . and to make sure what your shooting at is what you want to shoot and that there is nothing behind it you don't want to shoot . have fun shooting .
 
I know where there is a RAR (Ruger American Rifle) in the compact style.
It has the third adult sized rear stock insert.
These are a tad heavy.
Their accuracy makes up for the weight.

Great working rimfires that are fun to shoot.
 
There are some good suggestions here, but they aren't taking into consideration that the boy is around 10!!!

My oldest daughter is 11 and still can't handle a full sized 22 rifle. The Savage Rascal is a perfect starter rifle. Single shot, so it's safe no matter what after the first shot, it's tiny and light and he will be able to actually shoulder is properly. It's 2.7 pounds out of the box, this set-up that is really great, is 3 pounds 13 oz. with the 3x9 Redfield scope on it. It's accurate for training distances and beyond, scopeable, has sling studs, and has a great accutrigger! Comes with peep sights too, so it is easier to learn and be accurate with right out of the box. It's also not too small that an adult can't use it. I have and it's a hoot.

Oh, and it's only like $230 new!!!!!

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I would choose bolt action over pump action for rimfire... but i would take a lever action over a bolt action if i wanted to be able to shoot 22lr and short. I really like my Henry Carbine, doesn't cost a lot and a lot of fun for sure!
 
If you don't start with a pellet gun, you're missing out on a lot of fun you wouldn't otherwise have.

You can shoot a pellet gun way more places where you wouldn't shoot a .22.

Like many basements, garages, and backyards.
 
Like others have said CZ makes really nice bolt actions. CZ 455's and 457's are great but are a bit more pricey at around $600-800, but the quality shows. Henry makes the H001, at around $400-500. This lever action can shoot 22 long, 22 short and 22 long rifle so if your looking to limit the round to shorts this could be a really good pick. If you want to get something a bit cheaper then that, you can get a Canadian made Savage MK II, at around $300. All Savage rimfires are made in Lakefield Ontario. A Newer design from theirs is called the savage B22, and goes for around $400-$500. But at 10 years old, I know I'd be happy with any rifle, so I'd probably recommend the Henry or a Savage instead of something like a CZ. Or you can get a single shot I know it's not what you listed but nothing wrong with learning on a break action single shot, I've got friends that love their Chiappa little badgers and they be grown ass men.
 
I have a Savage Rascal and an older Cub (pink laminate stock on that one) in the safe that never get used anymore. I'm hoping for grandchildren in the coming years so they have a chance to get used again but my kids grew out of them so quickly they never got used much.

If you are interested in paying for the shipping I'd be happy to send one of them your way to use. You just have to send it back when your youngun outgrows it.

Or buy a Savage mk2 and let er rip. Best rifle for a new young shooter in my opinion. Easy to load/decock/unload, and they are good value. Don't buy a heavy barrel version, too muzzle-heavy for youngsters to shoot offhand. Unless you're into shooting off bags.

Again, just my opinion.
 
Disco Bob said:
Hi there,

I am interested in grabbing a .22LR in either pump or bolt action. It's because I want to be able to shoot reg. .22 cal also. I also want to only buy it new. Any suggestions as to the make and model of what I should be looking at? My grandson is about 10 years old and instead of starting him on pellet rifles I fig. I will get him right into the game with the real deal. As such that is why I wanted to buy it new, perhaps it is something he would cherish and keep it for life.


Thanks again for the input.
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If it fits him now, it won't fit him in 6 years or for the rest of his life... don't plan on that...
 
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