Recommendations for 22 rifles?

[LittleCooner]

Some higher end options are the Miroku made Winchester Model 52 reissue sporters a marketed by Browning shortly after they acquired Winchester in the late 1980s. They are arguably the best production sporters ever made.


I have to agree with BB57, I have way more 22 Rimfires that anyone should have, even a full blown PRS Vudoo. The Miroku made Win 52 sporters are the most accurate sporter ever made by anyone on the planet, along with top shelf workmanship.

If you find one for sale, I can guarantee it is not over priced if you are looking for a lifetime ownership of a sporter 22RF

 

[KalamazooKid]

Based on your input, I'd strongly recommend a CZ 457 (there's a few configs). And on the used market you may find a 452 or 455 which are earlier versions. I have a whole safe full of them and for the money ($500-700 these days) they're the best value by far in a bolt action.

 

[gmiller0737]

I know you said Bolt or Lever Action & there have been a good number of solid recommendations But why not consider a Ruger 10/22? Yes it's a Semi Auto but you can do just about anything with a time tested 10/22

 

[gunbarrel]

Lots of good choices out there. I shoot a Kimber 82 Government that I got through the CMP years ago for Bench Rest Rimfire matches, but a lot of our Club members really like the CZ's, which some have recomnended above. For plinking, the Ruger 10/22 is hard to beat for ~$300.

 

[Puller]

Browning BL-22 Lever Action

 

[pasound]

Ruger's 10-22, and the American 22 bolt action. Accurate enough for my use.

 

[beagleye]

CZ is the affordable short cut to a family heirloom.

 

[trapshooter870]

I just purchased a used Savage Mark II BV. It is the most accurate .22 I've ever owned. It came with a BSA Sweet 22 3x9 scope, rings and mount. Also a very nice leather cheek pad on the laminated stock. Looks like new. All for under $300.

 

[UNCLE PAULY]

CZ 457 American or for small children CZ 457 Scout.

Can’t beat CZ quality for the money!

 

[Rpg]

Try the Browning semiautomatic takedown 22.

They’re the right size for a 22. So many 22’s now.days are built so large that they look like center fire deer rifle’s. That’s fine for competitive target shooting, but it’s no fun lugging around in the field.

 

[78bagger]

I've got an OLD Rossi gallery pump rifle that hits what it's aimed at. And could be found cheap at a show or pawn shop.

 

[BabaBlueJay]

My LGS has a Winchester model 69 that I liked today. The action was smooth even if the bluing has seen better days. Seemed like a vintage one with some years to it, curious if anyone has experience with them.

 

[STORMINORMAN]

My 2nd 22 ever is a Winchester Model 61: shoots 22 shorts, longs and long rifle.

Not a lever or bolt action, but a true tackdriver from another era.

I enjoy the Rugers, both the bolt action Americans and the 10/22s, but nothing is as much fun as that ol' pump action! An S&W M&P 15-22 is an awesome training weapon and a fun gun at the range but doesn't take me back 55 years to the days of the gallery guns...

Cheers!
Cheers!

 

[epj]

Marlin 39A is hard to beat.

 

[growr]

I have a strong fondness for my CZ 452's and Remington 581's

Incredible rifles for the money!!

Randy

 

[A10]

I've owned several Ruger 10/22s, each has been very reliable and accurate.

 

[s&wchad]

Of the bolt actions you listed which has the smoothest action? I love when something is such high quality it feels like a swiss watch in terms of everything working perfectly together.

Anschutz, Cooper and Kimber of Oregon are top notch, but they'll cost more than most centerfire rifles. As you mentioned earlier, see what you LGS's have on their used gun racks. You should also attend some local gun shows.

Most of the shooters I know have a number of .22's.

 

[Buick]

I am partial to the Browning BL-22. They are very accurate and have a very short lever throw. You can cycle the gun with just a flick of your fingers; your thumb can stay wrapped around the top of the grip. Very fast. Also, they are beautifully made and finished, and are available in a higher grade model as well.
Hmm I think I may need to order another one.

 

[Jonzim]

For bolt action I am very happy with my Ruger American Rimfire rifles. I have one in 22lr and another in 22WMR. Both with scopes. Some great features and priced right. Both accurate and no issues.

 

[hardluk1]

I know you said Bolt or Lever Action & there have been a good number of solid recommendations But why not consider a Ruger 10/22? Yes it's a Semi Auto but you can do just about anything with a time tested 10/22

Yes you can do anything you want with the 10/22 BUT it will cost you when compared to many bolt action 22lr rifles . I have two that are just as accurate as my savage mkii bv but it cost to be that good . I would never buy 10/22 again .