I have two bl.22 rifles. Both grade 11. The first I bought when I was young. It is 30 years old and looks just like a new one. The second is NIB grade 11 bought for my son. Its waiting for his 15th birthday. Can't wait to see his reaction when he opens that box.
I like these brownings because they shoulder nice, cycle perfectly with short throw lever, and are accurate.
I bought a ruger 10/22 take-down for my son, because I thought it would be great for taking on quad. It shot tight groups, but I didn't like the feel of the plastic stock, and it did not hold perfect zero after take-down. I don't think he will be disappointed to see that the ruger is gone and replaced by the browning.