Single shot 22's

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Hey folks.

I posted recently in the intro section that I was new around here ( From Thunder Bay ) and was looking into getting my first gun. I said I was pretty well set on a ruger 10 22 , because of the ability to customize , semi auto, ability for big mags, etc etc etc ... but I've gone and changed my mind!

I'm for some reason now excited over an older used rifle.
I went to the gun shop in town today and found a cooey 600 for 100$. It looked to be in ok condition, not that I really know much, but I figured it was a perfect starter rifle. one to learn the basics on and such. So I decided to buy it! Problem is there was a mix up, no serial number, and after some searching they figured out that its actually a parts gun, not for sale. So I fell in love and had my heart broken all in about 20 minutes. Its funny how I went from one that I could rapid fire semi auto with a possible big 25 + mag and then I flopped to single shot bolt. Who does that?

Anyway the guy who runs the shop felt bad and told me if I was interested in a single shot he probably has some at home that he'd sell me and make sure I got a good deal!

The problem is I usually like to research things heavily before I jump so that I don't make some rash imprudent choice. Now I have about 24 hours to learn everything I can about 22 single shots.

If you're still reading this what do you have, what do you endorse, what should I get (assuming it is in his collection of oldies that hes willing to sell for cheap)?

Thanks, I look forward to your replies.
 
You will find that there are quite a few super gents on this forum...many parts and things are exchanged without reserve. I personally have given away a few rifles and lots of ammo to those that are just getting into this great sport. The fellow that offered you a special gift is not alone in his quest to have newcomers made welcome. Many articles are sold or traded well below the owners value. Single shots are great for a novice and allows that person to learn the best habits when shooting....one shot ..one hit. Enjoy what ever you chose to buy.
 
Really anything cooey, which are winchester but under a different name, are good. It is a safe bet that the guy will probably find you a cooey since most guys have at least one. Just look for the usual in a used gun, good bore, no damage to chamber and bolt etc and you should be good to go. Not sure about other brands of single shots but really of all the rifles you could buy these are probably the ones you have to worry about the least since there is the least amount that can go wrong on them. Good luck and hope you get something you like.
 
Cooey single shot is a must in any firearm collection, it give you a sense of Canada history and lot of fun to shoot, they made different models over time and try shop around, normally you can find a really good one for under a hundred. Savage and CZ also made outstanding .22 rifle for a good price. By the way Now a day, many firearm company make AR alike .22 semi rifle, 10-22 is no longer a perfect choice, had one before and is a Jam-o-matic..

Trigun
 
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I like the Stevens favorites. I've got one of the new Savage remakes, its a tackdriver. Unfortunately, its been tied up at a gunsmith's for over a year (won't answer his phone, disappeared off the face of the earth, etc). Despite its questionable fit/finish along with its 15lb trigger, its a sweet little rifle. Also have an old Stevens action that I'm building :rolleyes: into an octagonal barrel "custom".
 
I agree with the above responces. A Cooey is a good rifle, especialy for the price. I wouldn't doubt that Cooey's have put more meat on tables than a person may realize.

I don't find it weird that a person's taste may change from a semi auto to a single shot. There are days when I'll go to the range with my 858 and go nuts. Then the next time I'll be in the mood to go with my 303. That's why you buy more than one gun.

I own both the model 60, (which is an older 600) and a model 75. Love them both. Like the other fellow said, every collection should have one, or both.
 
Welcome to the hobby, bud.

A single shot .22 is the correct place to start - there's lots to learn, and a simpler rifle won't complicate your life like a more complex one would.

If your dealer doesn't have anything that turns your crank, try this:
http://www.shop.tradeexcanada.com/produits/61

I have one of these, as do quite a few others on here. I love mine. Old-world quality, cheap like borscht, and quite accurate. Mine seems to want to hit 4" high at every range between 10 yards and 50 yards, but one can compensate for that easily enough...

Cheers, and have fun!

Dan
 
Single shots are not just for beginers,their great for walking the trails for grouse and just plinking,any of the old cooeys are good guns,I've had mine for 40yrs and still fun to shoot....
 
Owned many firearms, cooey is still one of the best quality made firearms out there.
I couldnt believe the quality the first time I bought one. 8 rifles later still love em.
:D
 
By all means ,get yourself a Cooey,they're great little rifles but begin with and shooting 22's is fun and cheap.Personnally, I'm getting out of shooting centerfire (308) after 25+ years and decided that I want to have fun and relax at the range..so I picked up a Mossberg 144 and a few days later a Marlin 81DL which needed a lot of TLC.So now I'm on the lookout for more 22's...still a gunnut but just changed size and cost
Bob
 
Yup...gotta agree on the .22s....I have a few and enjoy them all...Mossberg 144, 151s,152...Marlin 81s, 990l...Lakefield Mark I, Mark II and Mark III, Winchester 490, and lastly Cooey 64s. I shoot out to 200 yards when in the field and live in the country so not many chances of range shooting. Cheap and a lot of fun.
 
My favorite 22 in the bin is an old Winchester 69A.
Someone in the past wittled down the wood and schnabled the forewood.
Looks pretty good.
Checkering not so good.
Comfortable and the best part is it's accurate.
Still craving my old Cooey my dad gave to my cousin.
Cheers..........
 
Here's a pic of my Mossberg 144
Bob
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I don't mind loading single shots one bit, each shot means something, if that makes any sense....
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Your absolutely right, especially when you shoot with your kids. I have had many .22s but nothing beats a single shot. Makes you appreciate it.
 
90% of the signle shot bolt .22's in Canada are Cooey's (according to my estimates). The shop owner will undoubtably show up with a Cooey for you. There are several models of single shot Cooey's, the 39 (a smaller/kids size), the 75 (an adult size), the 750 (a later version of the 75 - which has a shorter barrel) and the 60/600 with are tube fed repeaters. I would chose a 39/75/750 over the 60/600 because I find alot of 60/600's have feeding problems. Just my two cents.

Expect to pay up to $125 for a clean one, good luck.
 
My most enjoyed rig is a rather used Cooey Model 75.

Add some CCI CB rounds and some metal swinger targets (champion and Stoeger brands) and I can get a few [hundred] rounds in on a lazy Saturday morning without bothering a soul (or wearing ear pro!)
 
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