Recommendations for 22 rifles?
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Kids need to be taught well. Not just respect for guns, but RESPECT, period. That has to be accomplished in a 2 parent home, since our schools are totally degraded (but that's a topic for another thread).
My first recollection of a "real" gun was about age 5. Dad kept his 69 in a leather case in his clothes closet, alongside his venerable Parker 12 ga. About that time I was into cap guns. I was told in no uncertain terms never to touch those guns. Never did. Except on occasion I would ask Dad to bring out the .22 so I could look at it. I think I was 7 or 8 when I first shot it.
But times were different back then. Who would have even imagined whaT goes on today.
A safe is needed to prevent theft (the neighborhood you live in?), but not necessarily needed for family security. A simple trigger lock works fine. A 50 cal. USGI ammo can for the ammo with a lock on that too.
A factory original Winchester 69 would not have been drilled or grooved for a scope mount. To D&T one would be a sacrilege (IMHO) and would reduce it's value.
My first recollection of a "real" gun was about age 5. Dad kept his 69 in a leather case in his clothes closet, alongside his venerable Parker 12 ga. About that time I was into cap guns. I was told in no uncertain terms never to touch those guns. Never did. Except on occasion I would ask Dad to bring out the .22 so I could look at it. I think I was 7 or 8 when I first shot it.
But times were different back then. Who would have even imagined whaT goes on today.
A safe is needed to prevent theft (the neighborhood you live in?), but not necessarily needed for family security. A simple trigger lock works fine. A 50 cal. USGI ammo can for the ammo with a lock on that too.
A factory original Winchester 69 would not have been drilled or grooved for a scope mount. To D&T one would be a sacrilege (IMHO) and would reduce it's value.
Dave
I'm with you. I have a bunch of older Remington and Winchester .22s. Those were the days when a .22 caliber rifle was an important part of their line up and they really knew how to make them. I also have a bunch of Winchester 74s. They look like two pieces of sewer pipe glued together but are amazing shooters. I also really do like the Remington Nylon 66s and it's brothers. I have about 20 or so of the different variations and love their handiness. Today, I generally buy either Anshutz or CZs. The CZ are remarkable shooters and have some old school appeal.
OP
Agreed and for can shooting not needed. It's a plinker
Guys, look back at post #75, he bought a .22 rifle already.
To the OP - I would not keep a gun in plain sight, locked or no. Your 3 year old is not going to get at it now, but wait a few years. She (or her visiting friends) will get extremely curious and resourceful with playing with it, finding the key or a way to open the lock, etc., in addition to intruders finding and stealing it.
yes, but everyone who reads this in the future looking for info might NOT already have one. If we just give a basic abbreviated answer, with no explanation, everyone has to keep asking the same questions over and over.
Gryff
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I love my CZ 455 FS (full-stocked Mannlicher version).
REVCHARLIE
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I have a 60+ year old Remington Nylon 66 from my childhood that has tens of thousands of rounds through her.
Still goes BANG everytime you pull the trigger!
Still goes BANG everytime you pull the trigger!
AJ
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Is this walking through the woods plinking or benchrest plinking?
lanceman193
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CZ is extremely accurate.
Rotorhead1026
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Another vote for the Browning lever 22.
Henry also has some good options.
Henry also has some good options.
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OP
The Winchester 69 was incredible at the range today, I on the other hand need some work. Glad I chose this one instinctively because it is a great soda can shooter. Don't think I'd have won any competitions today, but with practice I am confident that this old rifle will be more than enough for my needs. Tons of fun to have a 22 rifle for plinking again! Shot 50 at 25 yards today, going back Thursday to shoot 50 more with my new 10 round magazine and fix some technique issues I was having.
It has only 1 FTF out of 50 and when I reloaded that round it fired on second strike and knocked the tiny red bull can right off the post. Epic way to end the day!
It has only 1 FTF out of 50 and when I reloaded that round it fired on second strike and knocked the tiny red bull can right off the post. Epic way to end the day!
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I own 10 .22 rifles, including both the first firearm I ever fired and the first firearm I ever owned. I have bolts, pumps, autos and one lever. For brands we have Winchester, Remington, Mossberg, Ruger and Ithaca. With the exception of the Ithaca (which I am positive was cursed as a part of some voodoo ritual), all shoot very well. Some shoot damn well. Point is, it's really hard to go wrong with a quality .22.
Good choice on the Winchester. I have a 69A that I love.
Good choice on the Winchester. I have a 69A that I love.
AJ
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Not much out there will beat a Winchester 52!
I have several, but my go tos are usually my Browning T bolt or my CZ in 22 mag
OP
A fellow Ohioan! I have been pleasantly surprised to see that my beloved home state seems to be very well represented on these forums!
Browning is legendary for a reason and the CZ 22 rifles seem to have really earned the trust and respect of a lot of people in this thread.
The Winchester Model 69 has already earned its place in my collection, however, if it had not, a CZ would likely have replaced it based on the strong recommendations here. Anyone searching for a 22 rifle should seriously consider CZ based on the overwhelming respect these rifles have earned with all of you.
This thread has been an awesome learning experience for me, and it is amazing how many high quality options there are for 22 rifles. The world of firearms is full of variety and interesting things to learn
CAJUNLAWYER
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Savage Anschutz Model 54 bolt action repeater.
Go big or go home
Go big or go home
AJ
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Savage Anschutz Model 54 bolt action repeater.
Go big or go home
Same can be said for the Winchester 52A, 52B & 52C or the Remington 37.
I have a Winchester model 69A. It's a classic sporter weight bolt action rifle that shoots like a target rifle. Mine is extremely accurate.
chiefdave
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I agree. The Savage Mark II is reasonably priced and is available in a variety of configurations including left hand.
chiefdave
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I agree. The Savage Mark II is reasonably priced and is available in a variety of configurations including left hand.
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