Single-shot or manual-repeater that disassembles to less than 20 inches ?

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Hi,

I'm looking for a .22LR rifle that can be taken down or disassembled so that the longest piece is less than 20 inches, for easy packing on camping trips.

It doesn't have to be a real "takedown" rifle, and ease of disassembly and reassembly is not really an issue. There're a few semi-autos that fit the bill, but I'd like a single-shot or manual-repeater too, because this rifle will get dirty and I'm worried about reliability.

Any recommendations ? I willing to chop the barrel too.
 
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I don't have any personal experience with either, but would one of the combination .410/22 guns like the m6 or savage 24 be the thing for you?

RG

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My understanding is that the 18 inch limit applies to shortened barrels, but barrels (other than on semis) that are manufactured shorter can be ok. Either way, a break open gun gets around it.

RG

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+1 on the combo gun idea. Here is my Savage 24C (.22LR/20ga):
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As you can see, it breaks down into quite a small package. :)

"Ruffed Grouse", you're right about the barrel length; as long as the barrel was manufactured as such, it can be less than 18" unless it is a semi-auto centrefire; than it must be at least 18.5". With rimfires and non-semi-auto centrefires, it is the overall length that is important.

As for a solution for you "AManWithAGun", if you'd be willing to consider a semi, perhaps a Henry AR-7 or Marlin Papoose would fit the bill...? I'd probably go with a single shot as they are usually quite easy to take-down and put back together.

mmatt
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Ruffed Grouse said:
I don't have any personal experience with either, but would one of the combination .410/22 guns like the m6 or savage 24 be the thing for you?

RG

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The problem with combination gun is that only one person can shoot it at a time. I'm aiming for at least one gun per person.

And I already have the shotgun part covered, and I'm only looking for a .22LR rifile now.
 
buy a Gevarm E1, it is probably the most reliable .22lr semi known to man, very basic system (3 main moving parts) fires from open bolt takes down to a nice small size. mags are availiable in 8rnd and 20rnd

but it is a little more expensive expect to pay from 250-600 depending on condition and what accesories it has (the 20rnd mags are very difficult to find and EXPENSIVE)
 
deadman said:
how about a marlin papoose? semi, but they are pretty simple. couple buddies have them and they love em (for what they are).
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Yes, I'm aware of semis like Marlin Papoose, in fact I have a WTB ad in EE for a Marlin Papoose.

But I'm worried about reliability when it gets dirty. The Marlin Papoose's action looks a little too delicate to me. I'm worried about a small rock or sands getting in there and easily jam things up.
 
AManWithAGun said:
...I'm looking for a .22LR rifle that can be taken down or disassembled so that the longest piece is less than 20 inches, for easy packing on camping trips...
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Consider the AR-7.

You may have to choose carefully to find one with a barrel that is accurate and the magazines will have to be tested for reliability, but the AR-7 was made for your application.

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Hi there. There are many choices out there for sure. I have a Marlin Papoose, and it's a good little gun. My Marlin 39 is a bit more weight, and I had a Browning SA-22 and Win 1890 that fell in the same category IMO.

I still have an old Stevens Little Scout 14 1/2 that's simple, and extremely light. You may want to consider one (if you can locate one).
 
For a gun that is produced today order a Taurus copy of the Win 62 pump it is available with a 16" barrell I believe and you only have to unscrew 1 bolt and thats it! :)
 
Single shots you can look at the 30 G Stevens Favorite Takedown. The barrel is 20" long so it meets your requirements and is a takedown. I've held one and almost walked out the door with it I like it that much I just didn't have the funds.
 
http://ww w.pakrifle.com/Pak-Rifle.html

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Specifications:

Weight..................15.5 oz
OAL............................33"
Take-Down Length........17"
Width........................7/8"
Hieght..........................4"
Caliber......................22LR
Sights.......Adjustable Peep

optional fishing pole accessory!

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;)

LH
 
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