22lr rimfire rifle

.22LRGUY said:
I think the bigger question might have to do with expectations. If it is casual shooting/plinking only, a Tikka/CZ (or something more expensive) might not actually be the best recommendation. Savages will go bang all day long and have a good reputation for accuracy... so if the budget is a bit lean and you're wanting something new, you'd be well-served by one. I'd pick one of the B-22 series, and a full-length barrel.

If the budget allows, my top pick would be a Tikka T1x MTR and a close second, a CZ457 American.

For some reason, I hate when I read people say; "go handle a bunch of them/see what fits" (usually a shotgun thing) but honestly, you can't tell much from online pictures/reviews. Go handle, look at the mags, cycle the bolt, look at the fit/finish. One will probably appeal to you allot more than the others.

No semiauto recommendation in this post, but I've become a fan of the Browning BL-22 lately.
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Saw a rifle comparison test on Youtube with a CZ, Tika and Bergara 5 10 shot groups each using only CCI SV. CZ out shot the other two at 100.

A friend bought a bergara new and shot it, then asked for my honest opinion. I did not shoot it enough to comment on how accurate (seemed ok). The action was gritty as heck. Turns out he was of the same opinion. Sold it, got a 457 for less money, and is much happier.
 
My Sav B-22 and CZ-455 SS Lux shoot about the same - ca 0.3xx-0.6xx" using the same model scope ( 6-24x56 FFP )and ammo on each. Accuracy of these two depends on the brand/level of ammo.
And the CZ cost ca Twice what the B-22 did.
 
Buck1950 said:
My Sav B-22 and CZ-455 SS Lux shoot about the same - ca 0.3xx-0.6xx" using the same model scope ( 6-24x56 FFP )and ammo on each. Accuracy of these two depends on the brand/level of ammo.
And the CZ cost ca Twice what the B-22 did.
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Savage are great rifles; for me it is a matter of fit and finish. One of the most accurate rifles I ever owned was a Norinco Scorpio. Sold it when I got an older Brno Mod 2 Lux. Comparable shooters, but fit, finish the older Brno has the edge.
 
Just picked up a winchester 270 put a vintage 4x japanese Balfour on it to replace the Runco and shooting the lights out with american eagle 40 gr hv. Eley would tighten it up but we are talking 1/4 inch for twice the price. Old steel is good steel. search the form you can find a gem. Have fun shoot lots...dont get addicted i'm on my 5th safe :)
 
I agree - the vintage Brno rimfires are superb rifles and great value. Top quality, all steel and wood, very smooth actions with tunable triggers. I have a Model 4 heavy barrel that is a wonderful shooter, but lighter sporters are available too.
 
mbatten said:
I agree - the vintage Brno rimfires are superb rifles and great value. Top quality, all steel and wood, very smooth actions with tunable triggers. I have a Model 4 heavy barrel that is a wonderful shooter, but lighter sporters are available too.
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I had one also for a time. A truly impressive rifle. When I could no longer see well enough to shoot peep sights, I traded it for a 455 supermatch and commenced building a scoped, precision rifle on a chassis. As time progressed, cataracts got worse so I had to learn to shoot left handed. As of a week ago, both eye have new lense implants, and I am seeing better than I have in years. I may soon be in the market for a peep sight equipped rifle again. :)
 
I picked up a Savage MKII TR on the EE a few years ago for $400 in VG condition. I mounted a cheap 3x-9 scope and got a few boxes of CCI SV. The plan was to have some fun with it then sell. It has exceeded my expectations in accuracy so received better glass.
A lot of owners complain about the pressed mags separating but mine have been good so far. I have more expensive 22lr rifles but this one's a keeper.....
 
.45automatic said:
Savage 64F. Made in Canada. Steel receiver. You can get 20 round factory mags and Promag makes a folding stock.
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I bought one and put it in a promag stock. I could not make the 20 round mag feed (10s feed OK); Savage would not return my emails or calls regarding help with the mag. I am done with Savage despite the fact that these are built in Canada. Nice rifle, no support. Mine is up for sale and is in the EE (BTW, asking more than I am willing to take for it like everyone else).
 
Meroh said:
I bought one and put it in a promag stock. I could not make the 20 round mag feed (10s feed OK); Savage would not return my emails or calls regarding help with the mag. I am done with Savage despite the fact that these are built in Canada. Nice rifle, no support. Mine is up for sale and is in the EE (BTW, asking more than I am willing to take for it like everyone else).
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It’s like the cheepest 22 you can buy new from a reputable name. It’s been a pos since it came out.
I have one. I love it. But accept it for what it is.
 
Dave_D said:
It’s like the cheepest 22 you can buy new from a reputable name. It’s been a pos since it came out.
I have one. I love it. But accept it for what it is.
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Nothing against the rifle; made of steel, more accurate than it should be for what it is, and the promag stock is great. We were considering starting a .22 two gun IDPA style match, and the idea of a handy rifle with a 20 round mag was appealing. That would have been all that I use it for.

If Savage does not care, neither do I. Down the road it goes.
 
Just to add this looong thread, I have 2X Sav 64s. One with a 4x Weaver D-4 shoots about 1" at 50, and the other with a $40 amazon holo does ca 1.5" @ 25 - I'm not a 'competition grade shooter'. :rolleyes:

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