Looking at a Ruger 77/22, Browning T-Bolt, or CZ 455.
Whatcha think?
Whatcha think?
Which Bolt Action 22LR?
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You just can't beat the CZ's for performance and value. My 452 Varmint will hold under an inch at 100 yds. on a calm day with the ammo it likes and I can't even begin to guess how many prairie dogs I've knocked over with a 455 American. Both are terrific rifles.
Malpasowildlifer
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CZ..........I like mine
Grayfox
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Can't speak of the other two choices, but I do have a 77/22 and love it. 
I have always liked the looks of the 77/22 but never shot one.
I can speak of the CZ performance as i have one of those in
.17HMR and it shoots lights out.
Best of Luck on whatever you decide. With those 3 choices
you won't go wrong.
Chuck
I can speak of the CZ performance as i have one of those in
.17HMR and it shoots lights out.
Best of Luck on whatever you decide. With those 3 choices
you won't go wrong.
Chuck
Smitty357
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Kimber, game over.
ma deuce
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I'd go with the T-Bolt. I've got an original from 1967 and it's a very fine rifle. The new ones are just as good, plus they've got a 10 rd mag. But the Ruger and the CZ are excellent choices, too.
Can't speak of the other two choices, but I do have a 77/22 and love it.
As do I...bought mine almost 20 years ago, put a good Leupold scope on it, and have been enjoying it ever since.
Boxhead
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I would look for a minty older Winchester or Remington tube fed rifle. I have a very early (1935) Remington M34P and it is dead accurate, with a fine trigger and light and lean. Find a 60's or 70's vintage quality one from either and you will be pleased. Steel and walnut...
I have a CZ and am very happy with it.
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I have a CZ 453 American which is the predecessor to the CZ 455 IIRC and has its single set trigger set to 1/2 pound. It is the slickest most accurate .22 I own and have ever shot (at any price)! Beautiful wood, ALL metal construction and parts, quality built. You will NOT do better for the price! You fellas might laugh or think I am nuts, but I think this 453 American is every bit as accurate and quality oriented as an Anshutz - at least form my experiences with the Anshutz rifles which by the way is at least two to three times the price.
The new Browning T Bolt is just OK, and NOT the same as the original Belgium made ones. Personally I was never a huge fan of the straight pull bolt, but I will give it high marks for accuracy.
The Ruger........ well, it's a Ruger.
The new Browning T Bolt is just OK, and NOT the same as the original Belgium made ones. Personally I was never a huge fan of the straight pull bolt, but I will give it high marks for accuracy.
The Ruger........ well, it's a Ruger.
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Buy a Savage and you'll have $$$ left over for ammo. Most underrated .22 rifle on the market. Savage outsells everyone when it comes to long guns. Great value for the money and they're accurate. Here's one of mine with a Nikon scope; a tack driver.
Harrison
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All three are fine rifles. That being said, I have a new T-bolt that is a tack driver and FWIW is a lot faster on follow-up shots than the other two. The T-bolt has really fine fit and finish also.
ACP230
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I don't think you can go wrong with any of those three.
I bought a Ruger 77/22 from a pawn shop a few summers back.
It feels a lot like my centerfire Ruger bolt rifles and shoots very well.
I bought a Ruger 77/22 from a pawn shop a few summers back.
It feels a lot like my centerfire Ruger bolt rifles and shoots very well.
Of the ones you mention, the CZ is hands down the better. Not mentioned that I prefer is an Anschutz sporter. These guns inherit accuracy from the match grade target rifles they build for the Olympic shooters. Unfortunately they do cost somewhat more.
What he said.... I've got two CZ .22's and a .17..They all drive tacks...
JIM.................
Looking at a Ruger 77/22, Browning T-Bolt, or CZ 455.
Whatcha think?
I think knowing exactly what Your requirements of the rifle are going to be may help in determining the best answer.
That the used gun rack is a great place for finding great .22's not mentioned like an old Mossberg Winchester or even Anschutz.
There are so many truly great .22 bolt actions that some more specifics could really aid you in the long run
LSWC
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Been shooting a plain Jane, synthetic stock Savage that is as accurate as anything I've tried short of BR 22 Heavy Barrels. If the CZ's, Kimbers, Ruger and whatnot are of the same accuracy, just take your pick.
I purchased CZ 452 scouts as Christmas presents for my young niece and nephew. I was so impressed with the accuracy of both, I purchased one for myself followed by a 452 FS (full stock) model.
IMO, one of the best values out there in a rimfire rifle.
IMO, one of the best values out there in a rimfire rifle.
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