Used rimfires?

[67Cuda]

Buy something other than a 10/22.

[B2D]

Buy something other than a 10/22.

I'm gonna get one of these for my next purchase, i think:

https://www.turners.com/thompson-center-arms/thompson-center-tcr22-olive-dr-693424

[DanGunner]

I have two Remington Model 12 pump guns, one from 1919, one from 1926, both inherited, both as smooth as a baby's bottom. They don't make them like that anymore so if you can find one, buy it.

[MOA squirrel]

Get some 22 snap caps and ask the store if they will let you check the function of a used 22 you have interest in
You can make sure it feeds the rounds,trigger works,extracts and ejects the rounds.
Check the safety as well if it has one

I have 6 22 rifles, some bolt action and some semi automatic. From 1931 to mid 80s. All lots of fun

[93chipper]

Ruger 10/22 new or used you won’t really save that much money buying used but with a 10/22 there is a good aftermarket for things like sights mags etc and you can build a 22 tommy gun with one

[DB>]

There's not a lot to go wrong with most 22's (most guns are pretty simple machines). 10/22's give you a bazillion options in new and used parts and configurations.

I've got an old Marlin bolt that dates from the 30's, patina makes it look like it should be hung over the fireplace, but it still shoots very well.

Worst case if you get a gun cheap enough, even if it's not working quite right, if parts can be had, you will be able to get it running again. With the caveat that you don't want anything with rust or corrosion that may compromise the metal, but that probably goes without saying. Used is OK, abused or neglected, not so much.

And where is this gun store of which you speak <wink>? I would expect most stores would back up a used gun if there was a problem anyway.

[Bull Elk]

If you LT local gun shop has a Mossberg 47b let me know.

[Calamity Sue]

Are we talking guns or ammo here??

[rkt88edmo]

Used all day long.

I love old .22s

I love cheap .22s (bought a 60 and 795 together for $200 here once)

You're getting a deal and you're helping out someone who doesn't want that firearm and would rather have cash.

For older auto loaders, you can do a quick google search on your phone in store and see if they had any common issues. Almost all bolt action rifles are pretty bulletproof. If there is no corrosion go for it. I'll even take outside corrosion on the exterior of a barrel if the price is right. (often because it got cold/wet where it leaned against the wall in a shed.) One issue can be magazines. They can be a little harder to source. Missing or damaged sights are a no-go for me.

Older designs often have a very nice patina from their bluing as well as some nicer and often lighter weight manufacturing.

[oddjob]

Used gets my vote. The fun 22lr I own is a 94/22. I might get one in 22 mag if I come across a decent deal.

Years ago when my son was 10 he shot my 10/22 and thought it was boring. Just pulling the trigger was no fun to him. I then bought a Browning BLR 22lr (lever action). He had a great time with it.

Fast forward.....when he moved out he took the BLR with him. Then I missed it and bought the 94/22!

[alpha_romeo_XV]

I tried to sell a lightly used Savage bolt action target rifle in the market place at 50% retail but no interest. Traded it in at LGS for 25% retail so someone could get a nice used gun there. For a used rifle a bolt action has less potential for feed/eject problems. I tried to get a old Marlin 60 working right for a friend and the job took a few new parts. If I was starting out I'd go bolt action over semi-auto for a target rifle. Semi-auto is OK for chasing down a fast moving jack rabbit.

Another friend had me look at an old 22 Winchester rifle handed down from his grand-dad. I inspected it and said how many rounds went thru this or how was it cleaned? There is no rifling left in this barrel. Turned out it was a smooth bore for shooting the 22LR bird shot ammo

[Calif Hunter]

I love old rimfire rifles and pistols. The old Mossbergs are nice and usually very accurate.

[still919]

All good advice seen above. I love the old .22s. But, I feel comfortable with inspecting a firearm and making an informed decision. Regardless, you should always consider making an offer other than the asking price. There are good deals out there to be had...especially on .22s. What a great caliber!

[RNE228]

I know, right

If you LT local gun shop has a Mossberg 47b let me know.

[AR22]

I just snagged an old 1940 or so Marlin A1 semi auto for 55.00 today. Bought it on line, but gonna love it I am sure. Really have much more faith in the old tried and true stuff than today's shoddy built stuff.