semi auto vs. bolt action .22?

[HUTCH 7.62]

Ruger 10/22 or levergun.

[momopi]

Bass pro shops have about a dozen rimfire semi auto and bolt rifles in stock right now for under $210. some have rebates. call ahead to make sure what you want is in stock (a bit of a drive for most of us).

I own a Ruger 10/22 takedown. If you're looking for out of the box accuracy, try a Marlin 60 semi auto or bolt action instead. Ruger 10/22 probably have more aftermarket accessories than the other selections combined though.

[iMigraine]

I own a Ruger 10/22 T (heavy barrel) which requires a scope since there are no metal sights on it. It's a great gun and really accurate with the right ammo. However, I really enjoy shooting my friend's bolt action .22lr with steel sights even more. Also, I'm a lefty and have adapted to shooting right handed rifles with no problems unless they have right handed thumb hole stocks.

I could see myself buying a bolt action .22lr in the near future. If you can rent or borrow a friend's rifle that would help make your choice much easier too.

Both are options are good choices too. Good luck!

[M1NM]

a Ruger 10/22 that's around 25 years old

Don't compare an old 10-22 to a new one. The older one is more precise. The newer ones have junk wood or synthetic stocks that don't fit well. Painted receivers that the paint wears off quickly. Lots of plastic parts. Find an old one and you'll be very happy.

[glock 357]

Painted receivers that the paint wears off quickly.

Were the older ones not painted? What did they use on the receivers?

[dscoduc]

I say neither .22 semi auto or bolt - go with the 17HMR round instead of the 22lr... And you can have your pick of either bolt or semi auto now that Savage is coming out with the semi auto 17HMR!

[usmcchet9296]

I'm torn. I want the semi auto for the defensive capability and rapid firing but from what I've read, semi auto rifles are quite picky with ammo and that is a huge issue ATM. I love bolt actions but I'm left handed and if iget a bolt gun it can only be used for varminting and plinking. Which should I get?

While we're at it, can anyone recommend some models of .22 for me? My budget is around $200.

Normally I would suggest a CZ but since your left handed id go with a 10/22
that being said I couldn't rely on a 22 for defense
get a centerfire for that

[LTech]

there are a couple 10/22s on the marketplace in your range.

or just wait for the bi weekly sale at Turners

[cusco19]

I say neither .22 semi auto or bolt - go with the 17HMR round instead of the 22lr... And you can have your pick of either bolt or semi auto now that Savage is coming out with the semi auto 17HMR!

Why the 17HMR over the 22? More damage per round or cuz ammo availability is better?. Just curious...


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[rsrocket1]

Were the older ones not painted? What did they use on the receivers?

I have one that I bought at Gemco when they were going out of business (late 80's?) I think it listed for about $99 with a discount taken off for being on clearance.

It has a painted (or powder coated) receiver. The one I bout about 10 years earlier had a painted or PC receiver too.

Get a decent bolt action rimfire. I bought a Marlin 924 a few years back and love it. Even after moving on to all sorts of big bore rifles and handguns, there is something relaxing to shoot at the slow pace of a 22LR bolt action where every shot counts and hitting a 1" object at 100 yards is gratifying.

[Occams Rasor]

If you are a lefty and if you are set on using it for SD and if your total budget is
~$200 then a 10/22 with a 25 round BX-25 mag. Yes the BX-25 is a no no in Calif. But, you got to do what you got to do. Just leave it at home at all times.
It's Better To Be Judged By 12 Than Carried By 6

[Jeep67cj5]

I would stick with the Ruger 10/22. There are so many things that you can do with that gun.....I'm changing mine up a little with the Archangel stock, so we will see how that goes

[dscoduc]

Woohoo... it's finally coming out...

Watch “A17 - It's About Time” by Savage Arms

[rogervzv]

Don't compare an old 10-22 to a new one. The older one is more precise. The newer ones have junk wood or synthetic stocks that don't fit well. Painted receivers that the paint wears off quickly. Lots of plastic parts. Find an old one and you'll be very happy.

Not so. Not so. Not so.

I own two 1980 vintage 10/22s and several new ones. No issues whatever about paint wearing off or such nonsense. It is true that a few parts were replaced as from metal to plastic and the plastic ones are better. If you don't like that, buy aftermarket parts. I use Kidd or VQ triggers in all my 10/22s anyway so it absolutely makes no difference.

Except for that and the rollmarks, there is no significant discernible difference new versus old. The new 10/22s are nicely made, manufactured with better machines than they had in the 1970s-1980s, and the fit and finish is fine nowadays.

[Jarhead]

If you looking for a trainer ( breathing, trigger pull ) with lower cost ammo, go bolt action heavy barrel like the CZ455. If you just want a fun Plinker go with Ruger 10/22