Suggestions for a new .22 rifle

[heavenlyboy34]

An interesting one that is on my wish list.
http://calicolightweaponsystems.com/home/index.php?page=22-2

Price might be a bit high. I have seen them for between $400 to $600

I prefer a pump action .22,, but this has a cool factor.

What's the advantage of a pump action on a .22? I like it on a shotgun (12 gauge ftw ), but on a rifle...I imagine it would be more of a hinderance than anything.

 

[IBleedNavyAndOrange]

The 10/22 is like a honda civic.... very reliable, infinity aftermarket parts for customization and pretty inexpensive.

You'll be happy with it and the cabellas sale price is a nice price.

When you buy extra magazines, don't buy the plastic ones, they're crap... spend the extra money and buy the good ones. And id definitely recommend a speedloader.

 

[-C-]

http://www.keltecweapons.com/our-guns/rifles/su-22/

Ive shot 500rds or so through one of these. They are really fun rifles. Kel-tec came out with a new .22 at the 2011 shotshow, look for it on youtube if you wish. Looks nice, but Kel-tec isn't known for being punctual with their release dates. The plastic mag had feeding issues once, and it hated speedloaders, but the aftermarket M-16 conversions worked fine.

 

[pcosmar]

What's the advantage of a pump action on a .22? I like it on a shotgun (12 gauge ftw ), but on a rifle...I imagine it would be more of a hinderance than anything.

In my youth I has several different .22s. I shoot left handed,, so Bolts, though I can use them were awkward.
Semi- auto are too easy to waste ammo. pop pop pop.
A pump action give a fast second shot when needed, but just enough delay to keep from wasting ammo.

Taurus makes a copy of the Win 62.

MSRP: $299.00

you will pay much more for an original Model 62.

I believe that Henry Rifles still makes one.

 

[Romulus]

I picked up a Ruger 10/22... I've heard so many good things, plus this is my second Ruger.. good brand IMO.

 

[wyldstallynz]

So, any love for the Marlin 795 or Savage 64 out there?
Looks to me like they're both budget options, though if the 10/22 is at Cabella's for under $200, it's definitely competitive.

the Marlin 795 is essentially the same as a 60, except it utilizes a magazine instead of the tube feed. They used to be the model 70 with a wooden stock, but they renamed them and only give you the option of a polymer stock. Marlin has had some big issues with quality since they were bought out a few years ago, but from what I hear, their autoloader rimfires are still good quality- mostly it was the lever actions that went to shite. Sucks because I have been jonesing for a Marlin lever in a 45-70 but cant bring myself to buy a new one because of their quality issues.

Cant say for the savage 64, but I did buy a stainless version this past weekend but have not took it out a shot it yet. hoping it is as accurate as my bolt Savages.

 

[fisharmor]

the Marlin 795 is essentially the same as a 60, except it utilizes a magazine instead of the tube feed. They used to be the model 70 with a wooden stock, but they renamed them and only give you the option of a polymer stock. Marlin has had some big issues with quality since they were bought out a few years ago, but from what I hear, their autoloader rimfires are still good quality- mostly it was the lever actions that went to shite. Sucks because I have been jonesing for a Marlin lever in a 45-70 but cant bring myself to buy a new one because of their quality issues.

Cant say for the savage 64, but I did buy a stainless version this past weekend but have not took it out a shot it yet. hoping it is as accurate as my bolt Savages.

Well, I picked up a 795 at the pawn store last weekend. I was disappointed that it was polymer but they dropped it to $100 with a Gamo 4x32 on top. The iron sights do suck. I wanted an Appleseed gun, so I'm going to look into some tech-sights or comparable.

Got it good and clean, and I've been messing with the trigger per the instructions that start here:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7QQc1DVe8L8&feature=mfu_in_order&list=UL
Parts diagrams look like the model 60 uses essentially the same action as the 795. I found it all really understandable (I'm more bubba than gunsmith) after doing the detail strip in the FogCityTactical videos. I haven't done the more radical steps (like cutting a coil out of the hammer spring) and it's already night vs. day with this trigger.

I'm going to this weekend's show to pick up a Mosin-Nagant (I'm starting a $100 rifle collection, apparently) and some extra 795 mags if they have 'em, and then it's off to the range. I'll comment on the shooting after that. I'm already happy I got it - I love my Marlin 1894C (it was my first gun) and this Marlin is shaping up to be a keeper, too.

 

[Carpenter1966]

That suppressed .22? You'll need a Tax Stamp for that, pass port pic and 4 month wait from ATF to purchase. Cool if ya wanna be on the "list".

The 10/22 is probably the most reliable, accurate firearm in it's class, $4$, money can buy. As to feeding issues on a new one, no help here, But if you have shot a brick or two and are having ejection issues, run a brass brush down to the chamber and vigorously clean thae chamber area. Then youre good for any two bricks. Get your 30 or 50 round banana clips now, before the bring back another Brady-style ban.

Other feeding issues on new 10/22's may be due not to the firearm itself, but an over-tight spring in the magazine. Limit yourself to seven cartridges rather ten for awhile. This is a common problem for many calibers/actions.

I have one I bought 25 years ago that was ancient, even then. Since then, it has chewed through 10s of thousands of rounds and only needed one really good cleaning of the action with a good solvent, followed by a mist of Rem-Oil. And the occasional brass brushing of the chamber.

Anybody try the Kel-Tec 30rd. .22mag pistol? I've heard mixed reviews, but ache to try one out.

 

[Carpenter1966]

And a BTW on those Rossi-style pumps, Beware of the take-down nut at the fore grip. Brother has one that just will not stay tight. Every trip to the woods with that gun results in an eventual tightening. Either carry pliers or leave it in the vault.

 

[GunnyFreedom]

In my youth I has several different .22s. I shoot left handed,, so Bolts, though I can use them were awkward.
Semi- auto are too easy to waste ammo. pop pop pop.

That's what fire dscipline is for.

A pump action give a fast second shot when needed, but just enough delay to keep from wasting ammo.

 

[pcosmar]

That's what fire dscipline is for.

I eventually learned to squeeze three round bursts every time,,
But, I was a kid.
A pump worked well for me.

 

[azxd]

For those who might be interested,
I've got the Marlin 60 and a Ruger 10/22.

The Ruger needed to be pimped out

Both are good, but truth be told, the Marlin was more accurate, out of the box, weights less than a stock Ruger, and the receiver is designed to mount a scope ... The Ruger requires an accessory if you want to mount a scope.