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22 LR bolt action vs. Ruger 10/22; Now looking for Optic Suggestions
Posted on 1/8/25 at 1:00 pm
Posted on 1/8/25 at 1:00 pm
Looking to get my son a 22LR. Don't have one myself, so would be interested in getting something decent, or something that can be made decent for target shooting. I was going to get a 10/22 and know there are tons of options available for it.
Also toying with the idea of a bolt action rifle with a Remington 700 footprint. That would let me swap to the same trigger I have on my rifle to use as a trainer. However, the entry level for a bolt action of that type seems to be twice as much as the 10/22. And there are plenty of great upgrades to make over time to make it a really good target rifle.
Also toying with the idea of a bolt action rifle with a Remington 700 footprint. That would let me swap to the same trigger I have on my rifle to use as a trainer. However, the entry level for a bolt action of that type seems to be twice as much as the 10/22. And there are plenty of great upgrades to make over time to make it a really good target rifle.
This post was edited on 1/17/25 at 9:27 am
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Posted on 1/8/25 at 1:10 pm to Jon A thon
I have the Ruger American in a .22lr. It’s a sweet little gun. I put a Dead Air Mask on it and it’s as quiet as a staple gun.
Posted on 1/8/25 at 1:13 pm to Jon A thon
CZ has a Scout model 457 that I’d highly recommend
Posted on 1/8/25 at 1:16 pm to DaFreakinFarmer
quote:I agree with this. I bought my son one last year when he was 8
Every kid needs a 10/22
Posted on 1/8/25 at 1:19 pm to Jon A thon
10/22. tons of accessories available. Mine is one of my favorite guns. The beak down model is pretty neat becasue you can store it in a backpack for camping, etc.
Posted on 1/8/25 at 1:20 pm to Jon A thon
S&W M&P 15-22
a great little gun that eats anything.
That said, a 10/22 is a staple for a reason. I have 3 (One I haven't finished building). Everyone needs a 10/22.
Don't discount the Marlin 60b. It's a great little gun as well.
for bolt, there are so many good ones. I have a Ruger Precision .22. I wanted one with a threaded barrel to fit my silencer. With subs, it's quieter than a pellet gun. All you hear is the hammer hitting the rim.
I'd love to find a good CZ or a Bergera.
I have a Savage in .17 hmr. It's a tack driver but I hate carrying the gun. The magazine release sucks.
I just love a .22lr. All of them. Semi pistols, revolvers, bolt action semi, semi rifles. I have some of all.
ETA the marlin 60b
One more edit. I do not have a lever action. I will at some point. My brother had a Winchester and I loved that gun. It's my nephews now.
a great little gun that eats anything.
That said, a 10/22 is a staple for a reason. I have 3 (One I haven't finished building). Everyone needs a 10/22.
Don't discount the Marlin 60b. It's a great little gun as well.
for bolt, there are so many good ones. I have a Ruger Precision .22. I wanted one with a threaded barrel to fit my silencer. With subs, it's quieter than a pellet gun. All you hear is the hammer hitting the rim.
I'd love to find a good CZ or a Bergera.
I have a Savage in .17 hmr. It's a tack driver but I hate carrying the gun. The magazine release sucks.
I just love a .22lr. All of them. Semi pistols, revolvers, bolt action semi, semi rifles. I have some of all.
ETA the marlin 60b
One more edit. I do not have a lever action. I will at some point. My brother had a Winchester and I loved that gun. It's my nephews now.
This post was edited on 1/8/25 at 1:22 pm
Posted on 1/8/25 at 1:26 pm to Jon A thon
Every young person should start with a single shot.
Learning to make that first shot count is critical in hunting and "Spray-And-Pray" is worthless in both hunting and target shooting.
Once the basic restraint and concentration is achieved and firmly ingrained, then a semi-automatic like the 10-22 is a great tool.
Learning to make that first shot count is critical in hunting and "Spray-And-Pray" is worthless in both hunting and target shooting.
Once the basic restraint and concentration is achieved and firmly ingrained, then a semi-automatic like the 10-22 is a great tool.
Posted on 1/8/25 at 1:34 pm to Jon A thon
Ruger 10/22 cannot be beat IMO. Dad has had one for as long as I can remember (atleast 35 years) and that gun cannot be stopped. It's probably seen more abuse/time in the woods clearing trails, checking hog traps and just being the all around "beater camp gun" and It's still chugging along.
Posted on 1/8/25 at 1:40 pm to Jon A thon
spend the coin and get a 77/22
Posted on 1/8/25 at 1:42 pm to Jon A thon
Bolt action is great as a learning gun.
I'm a bigger fan of the Marlin model 60 than the 10/22.
ETA: that said, my dad's first gun to me was an Ithaca model 49 single shot. Still my favorite gun by far.
I'm a bigger fan of the Marlin model 60 than the 10/22.
ETA: that said, my dad's first gun to me was an Ithaca model 49 single shot. Still my favorite gun by far.
This post was edited on 1/8/25 at 1:49 pm
Posted on 1/8/25 at 2:04 pm to Jon A thon
I have both the Marlin Mod 60 and the 10/22
Both great guns, but it's kind of a pain in the arse to load that little 10 round rotary mag on the 10/22. I do have some 25 and 50 round mags for it, but don't really like walking around the woods with them hanging out.
That said, I agree that every kid should have one.
Both great guns, but it's kind of a pain in the arse to load that little 10 round rotary mag on the 10/22. I do have some 25 and 50 round mags for it, but don't really like walking around the woods with them hanging out.
That said, I agree that every kid should have one.
Posted on 1/8/25 at 2:19 pm to ImaObserver
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Every young person should start with a single shot.
I bought the Savage Rascal single shot .22 for my boys a year or so ago. My oldest just turned 8 yesterday, and I think I'll start looking into getting him a 10/22.
I have a Browning .22 semi from when I was a kid that I still love as well.
Posted on 1/8/25 at 2:53 pm to Jon A thon
My takedown 1022 is not terribly accurate past 50yds. Its OK but I think takedown is over hyped. I should have gone Charger 1022. The takedown is still very fun.
Posted on 1/8/25 at 2:53 pm to bayouteche
I got a Ruger American 22 with iron sites and put a rugged occulus on it. It takes Ruger 10/22 mags. I freaking love it. It came with a different cheek plate if I ever put a scope on it. It’s my favorite gun at the moment. It’s still a little big for my 6 year. He does love shooting it out of my tripod though. I
I also got a Ruger charger with 8” barrel and added an adjustable stock. It’s fun suppressed as well.
I looked hard at the cz’s. They were nice. I’m hard on my stuff and couldn’t justify beating up that nice of a rifle. Also got the 2 Ruger’s for close to what the CZ would have cost.
I also got a Ruger charger with 8” barrel and added an adjustable stock. It’s fun suppressed as well.
I looked hard at the cz’s. They were nice. I’m hard on my stuff and couldn’t justify beating up that nice of a rifle. Also got the 2 Ruger’s for close to what the CZ would have cost.
Posted on 1/8/25 at 3:04 pm to WeagleEagle
another great option for a kid is the Henry AR7 survival rifle. Super light, pretty accurate and the barrel and receiver stow inside the buttstock so you can stick it in a pack or bag easily
Then when he/she outgrows it it becomes dad’s bug out rifle
Then when he/she outgrows it it becomes dad’s bug out rifle
Posted on 1/8/25 at 3:16 pm to cgrand
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another great option for a kid is the Henry AR7 survival rifle
My dad got my son one of those for Christmas when has was 7 or 8. My son unwrapped it and said "cool, it's the butt of a gun"
He had no idea the other parts were in there.
I agree cgrand, it's an accurate little rifle with the open sights on it.
Posted on 1/8/25 at 3:28 pm to Jon A thon
10/22 with a banana clip
Posted on 1/8/25 at 4:19 pm to Park duck
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spend the coin and get a 77/22
I love my 77/22 and have a lot of fond memories of squirrel hunting w/ it. Having said that, it would not be my recommendation for a learner 22LR. Since the 77/22 was discontinued some years ago, buying one on the used market would be expensive. I like the 10/22 as well, but for a young kid, I'd suggest starting w/ something like a bolt action, single action or lever action instead of a semi-auto, Savage bolt actions a good history for accuracy and are relatively inexpensive. OTOH, Savages are also known to frequently have problems w/ extraction and ejection as well as cheap magazines. There are quality replacement magazines now available. For a young kid who's learning, I prefer a synthetic stock instead of a pretty wood stock. I've got a Howa bolt that's a little more expensive than a Savage, but not quite as accurate as my Savage. The Howa also has a history of magazine problems. Tikka and CZ make really nice and accurate bolt 22's although the price jumps considerably. My Tikka is the most accurate 22 I own. It's good of you to introduce your kid to shooting. Keep us updated.
Posted on 1/8/25 at 5:45 pm to Jon A thon
I have more than a few 22 rifles,most of the ones mentioned here,my most accurate is made by CZ,the most fun to shoot for me is an old Marlin lever action.Buy the one that you like,don't worry,you will probably be buying more of them!!
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