22 Magnum Long Gun To Complement Ruger Single Six

[TKM]

Back in the day I picked up a Ruger 96/17 and fitted a 77/22 22Mag barrel to it. Needs a spacer and some fiddling but it works.

Complements my Single Sixes.

[c good]

One of my favorites.

https://www.d4guns.com/product/browning-bpr-22-22-mag/

[dfletcher]

Just because Newsom might be sending out $400 doesn't necessarily mean that's the limiting factor on price. As I said...



As always, a $400 - $600 price range is a marker, not an absolute; but, very much dependent upon perceived utility. While I understand those who buy just to have and those who have the resources to extravagantly spend on things which may see very limited use, neither is 'my style.'

Oh... Used would be acceptable if it's the right firearm. I should think, in that price range, there would be a number of options in 'used.' For instance, would you go with a 'new' Model 42 in 22 mag/.410 or a used Model 24 in 22 mag/20 gauge? What about a TPS Arms M6 in 22 WMR/.410?

In other words, there are options in that style of long gun, including the Chiappa. But, would it be 'better' to go with a bolt, pump, lever, or semi-auto? Would a NIB Henry pump be a better option than a CZ bolt action given some of the issues that have been plaguing CZ in terms of their magazine availability at, roughly, similar pricing?

As I indicated, it's a thought that's been rattling around and hasn't progressed much past a 'thought experiment.' That's why I'm interested in thoughts/suggestions.

Understood re price. For some reason though, finding a great deal on an inexpensive gun has always meant more to me than spending bigger $$$ or getting an OK deal on the higher priced number. Maybe it's that "perceived quality" and cost thing kicking in.

The TPS is interesting. Especially if one considers 22 Hornet for the rifle chambering and use of 22 lr and 22 WMR chamber inserts. Over a 410 that could use 00 more earnest use. That covers alot of uses.

[bigbossman]

Another vote from the Winchester 94/22. I was looking at them on GB a couple days ago.

This is my pick, as well. Yes, they are pricey but it will never go down in value and will always be highly sought-after should you need to sell. Plus, they are a classic look and design, they are beautiful, and they shoot extremely well.

[Gryff]

One of my favorites.

https://www.d4guns.com/product/browning-bpr-22-22-mag/

When I was a teen, my buddy's father took us out to the Tracy foothills to shoot ground squirrels (and avoid stepping on rattlesnakes). I had (still have) a Winchester 94/22M and my buddy shot a Browning BPR in .22 Magnum. Have lusted after that gun since then. Unfortunately, they weren't produced for long, so they are beaucoup expensive when you find them.

[M1NM]

I'd go for a lever action to stay period correct.
I want one of the Henry Big Boy carbines 16" barrel 44 mag to compliment my Super Blackhawk. That would of course generate another problem in that I would have to install a brass grip frame on the SBH to keep them looking like they belonged together.

[TrappedinCalifornia]

...The TPS is interesting. Especially if one considers 22 Hornet for the rifle chambering and use of 22 lr and 22 WMR chamber inserts. Over a 410 that could use 00 more earnest use. That covers alot of uses.

True enough. In fact, I've done that with the H&R/NEF 12 gauges insofar as having 12 gauge to .410 and 12 gauge to .22LR adapters. I suppose I could also pick up a 12 gauge to 22 WMR or, maybe, even go with an M6 variant with a 12 gauge/22 WMR combination or one of the old Savage/Stevens Model 24's with 22 WMR/20 gauge and get adapters for it.

Unfortunately, I'm not personally familiar with adapters which convert 22 Hornet to .22LR and 22 WMR. I know that there are a very few which can still be picked up converting 12 gauge to 22 WMR, such as from Chaszel and Short Lane Arms. I also know there are adapters for .410 to .22 LR, though I'm a bit askance when it comes to .410 to 22 WMR adapters. The only outfit I'm aware of that made (or might have made) them as 'custom' was mcace. But, if I remember correctly, they moved to Alaska and so far as I can determine, their website is no longer functional.

So... If you've got links to 22 Hornet to .22LR/22 WMR adapters, by all means, please share. I'd be interested enough to take a serious look.

[dfletcher]

True enough. In fact, I've done that with the H&R/NEF 12 gauges insofar as having 12 gauge to .410 and 12 gauge to .22LR adapters. I suppose I could also pick up a 12 gauge to 22 WMR or, maybe, even go with an M6 variant with a 12 gauge/22 WMR combination or one of the old Savage/Stevens Model 24's with 22 WMR/20 gauge and get adapters for it.

Unfortunately, I'm not personally familiar with adapters which convert 22 Hornet to .22LR and 22 WMR. I know that there are a very few which can still be picked up converting 12 gauge to 22 WMR, such as from Chaszel and Short Lane Arms. I also know there are adapters for .410 to .22 LR, though I'm a bit askance when it comes to .410 to 22 WMR adapters. The only outfit I'm aware of that made (or might have made) them as 'custom' was mcace. But, if I remember correctly, they moved to Alaska and so far as I can determine, their website is no longer functional.

So... If you've got links to 22 Hornet to .22LR/22 WMR adapters, by all means, please share. I'd be interested enough to take a serious look.

I'm likely betraying a habit as to what I collect - the rimfire adapters using 22 Hornet are supposedly limited to T/C barrels although I'm not sure why.

http://mcaceak.com/adapters.html

I suspect it has to do with firing pin alignment, centerfire vs rimfire.

[TMB 1]

My 22mags are Marlin 922M semi auto, Marlin 983T bolt action and two old model Single Sixes.

[LindenBruce]

I LOVE my Ruger M77/22MAG!!! To bad they don't make them anymore. B.

[golfish]

This is my pick, as well. Yes, they are pricey but it will never go down in value and will always be highly sought-after should you need to sell..

My buddy had a new one stuffed in a duffel bag in his closet. It sat there for 20+ years. He wasn't a gun guy, inherited it brand new and never shot it. It took me 10 years to talk him out of it. The last day of work before I retired I managed to talk him into a trade for an AR. At the time I would say the two guns worth the same.

[TrappedinCalifornia]

I LOVE my Ruger M77/22MAG!!! To bad they don't make them anymore. B.

Unfortunately, the Gunbroker prices are running around $1,200 on average, where even the 'starting bids' are crowding $900 and more. There are some things I'd like to have a Tardis for in terms of going back and acquiring... stuff.

It's just like the Winchester 94 22 Mag rifles. As was stated early on...

I think a Winchester 9422M would go great with the Ruger, but those are discontinued and pricey...

Uh... yeah.

As I keep coming back to this thread and looking at the thoughts/preferences, I think I'm getting away from the idea of a semi-auto. The Henry pump is growing on me, but I'm still just in the cogitating phase and keeping my eyes open.

Any love for the Savage bolt actions, say a Model 93G or B22 Magnum? Since someone seemed to like Sootch...



I think the magazine release/guide sticking out the bottom would 'worry' me a bit on the 93 and I've heard 'mixed' critiques on the B22.

[bigbossman]

It's just like the Winchester 94 22 Mag rifles. As was stated early on...

Uh... yeah.

If you're wanting a 94/22M, just keep looking and be patient. I fished one off of GB for $800 delivered, about 2 months ago. Deals can be had.....

[LindenBruce]

Yeah the prices are high for them for sure. What few there are for sale. I already have a .17HMR and a .22WMR so I don't need another. Just sad to see they stopped making them. B.

[pennstater]

Wouldn't pay $1200 for a Lever or pump .22 anything. At $580[?] MSRP for a Henry .22 mag, I'd look there. You can always do better than MSRP.

MLC