Beware the Siren Call of precision .22 addiction

[Bro. Dave]

As I understand it, this Vudoo has two extractors that grab the rim of the cartridge and insert it directly into the chamber; no feed ramp. It is also safe to dry fire and takes any trigger compatible with the Remington 700 action. The barreled actions will fit into any stock or chassis that will take a Remington 700 as well.

Just for fun, I plan to try several other brands in it to see if there is much deviation in the groups. I had been shooting the Wolf/Eley made ammo in the CZ 457 based gun so had it in stock.

 

[dmar]

I used to really enjoy.22 bench rest competition, and did well at it. Got frustrated with the fact that once you get to a certain level of competency, it all boils down to ammo lots. You’re at the mercy of what’s in the box, and when will that flyer show up…. You spend a lot of time, money and aggravation sourcing the magic lot number for that Tenex that rolled off of a specific machine during a certain timeframe. For me, that’s not fun.

I’ve had, and have, some great shooting.22s. My Anschutz, 64 action, is an awesome shooter. Guy I bought it from years ago won a National championship with it, and I’ve done well with it in club matches. Again, I’m not too serious with it anymore.

 

[CH4]

I can’t hear very well, but I heard the call of the precision 22 rimfire siren.

Christianson Arms Ranger Leupold Mark IV 4.5-14
Ruger Precision Rimfire Leupold VX3 8.5-25

 

[chief38]

Years back I purchased a CZ 453 American 22LR rifle. It is by far an "over delivered" rifle for the $500 I paid for it! Not only is the Walnut furniture absolutely beautiful, the bluing, fit and finish and quality superb, the rifle shoots as well as any Anshutz I have shot! Now I realize that is a bold statement - but 100% true for me. I have a Leupold Rimfire scope on it with Burris Signature scope rings.

The 453 single set trigger is a whole story in itself! The set trigger goes down to 3/8 of a pound and the regular trigger is about 2 lbs. but is fully adjustable of course. If I miss with this rifle (a rarity) it's my fault! At 100 yards squirrels do not have a chance!

Since buying this rifle I have at least 9 friends who shot mine and ran out and purchased one for themselves before CZ discontinued it - a big mistake in my book! Certainly NOT due to lack of sales as it was always difficult to find one in stock and they had to be custom ordered from the local gun shop. I suspect it just cost them too much to manufacture.

They have since come out with newer versions and while the new ones are still a great value and excellent rifles, they are just not the same in my opinion. The new ones lack the heavier barrel, the deep rich bluing, the better lock up, and of course they also do not come with a single set trigger. Pretty much impossible to find a used one in 22LR too! Very rare when you actually see one for sale.

Below is a picture of a target I shot a while ago. Not bragging - but this CZ will do this (and even better) all day long as long as you do your part. No special ammo - just using CCI High Velocity or Federakl #510 40 grainers. IMHO there is NO other rifle today in this price range that can hold a candle to, shoot as well, have the quality of what CZ has produced in their series of 22 rifles.

 

[Andyd]

Benchrest shooting does not interest me but I sight the gun in and test ammo from a rest. It is boring with the 1907 but firing 60 rounds standing offhand is getting more challenging every year.



My regular shooter is much lighter and easier to hold but the sights are more challenging on the surplus G33.



In the last months I have shot my FN 150 International Medalist every range visit and these Belgian gems are nearly indestructible and not ammo sensitive, like my Hammerli International.

 

[CptCurl]

There's nothing more relaxing than an afternoon at the range with a precision .22 rifle. Especially if it is a vintage one, such as my Winchester Mod. 52C.

I mostly shoot with iron sights.

Sorry for the dark photo. All the light was outside!



Sometimes I shoot it with glasses on.

But I would estimate that for every round shot with the scope I send 50 rounds downrange with the irons. It's just more fun that way.

Here's a 50 yd. bughole group shot with the aperture sights:

Like you said, it is an addiction. You shouldn't limit yourself to just one precision .22 rifle. I also have a great Remington 40X.

Sometimes it wears glasses too.

Here's a 10 shot, 200 yd. group I shot with the 40X using the iron sights. 2.276"

Curly

 

[Bald1]

All this talk of acquiring target .22s while I wrestle with the decision to sell or trade my early model 41 with cocking indicator. It’s beautiful and easily the most accurate handgun I’ve ever shot. Problem is I never shoot it. I just have to decide what I want instead. Maybe 3” model 13.

 

[BB57]

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/…But I would estimate that for every round shot with the scope I send 50 rounds downrange with the irons. It's just more fun that way… /

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Even with 57 year old eyes, and age related close focus issues I still enjoy metallic sights.

Just a small aperture and the increased depth of field still allows sharp focus on the front sight. And on round bull targets a decent set of diopter front and rear sights allows for an extreme degree of precision.

I’ll use a scope for long range plate shooting (200-250 yards) and for small game hunting, but for fun on paper or plates under 100 yards, I’ll use iron sights.

Even old rifles and sights can be adapted for more capable front and rear apertures.