.22 LR bolt action?

[chingdaotze]

In that price range CZ 455 or 452. I've owned a Savage MkII BTVS, and currently own a 455 FS. Get a CZ. Then you won't have to lose money when you decide to sell your Savage and buy a CZ later :P

[Jeepergeo]

Ditto on the CZ USA 452 or 455. Amazing guns for the money. Lots of discussion of these at rimfirecentral dot com.

[covingtonhouse]

You didnt mention if you plan on shooting iron sigh ts or a scope.
I have a Savage mkII BV thats pretty accurate, and I havent had any problems with it. I havent had the opportunity to shoot the CZ line but I have handled them and they are very well made.
One thing to note is to try as many different ammo brands/types as each rifle has its own preference even among the same make/model of rifle. .22's are notorious for this. Typically standard velocity (1050-1120 fps) will be more accurate than high velocity (>1160 FPS) but not always. Have fun!!

[capitol]

CZ

[mrcoolguy818]

Oh, sorry. I want it with a scope and preferably new.

I think I need to checkout turners! I might find a good deal there!

[gunprofit]

I agree that the CZ is a good rifle. However, for a couple more bucks you can get a Anschutz. I own both and find myself shooting the Anschutz more than the CZ.

[Fadedline]

CZ 452/455 American or Varmint. Good to go!

[JNunez23]

Savage on the cheap end, CZ if you want to top out your budget. NO other options! lol

[mrcoolguy818]

I am leaning toward getting a Savage Mark II and then later get an Anshutz.
Noob question. Do you need to register a .22 rifle? and do I also need to take a class? Sorry, Im new to firearms!

[Chaos47]

I am leaning toward getting a Savage Mark II and then later get an Anshutz.
Noob question. Do you need to register a .22 rifle? and do I also need to take a class? Sorry, Im new to firearms!

In California all firearms purchased from an FFL01 (any retail store) the firearm will go thru the DROS processes. Private party transfers must be done at an FFL aswell. You will have to pay a fee for this and then wait 10 days to pick up your firearm. Durring the DROS you will have a background check done. Currently Rifles are not registered but there is a law that is not in effect yet that will change that.

No you do not need to take a class to purchase a rifle. But if you have no firearms experience that might not be a bad idea

Pistols on the other hand you will need a HSC Handgun Safety Card, pay the fee take the test and you get the card. Pistols are registered in CA

[Coyotegunner]

I own several of the Ruger 77 rimfires in different calibers and will have them the rest of my life.I have a older Remington 581 that shoots shorts,CBs or LR that is great.I am also fond of my older Marlin.The Savage with the Accutrigger is also one of my favorites,although it is not as pretty.I would buy a Browning or CZ,if cash was available.Really all these have been good for me.

[rkt88edmo]

I am leaning toward getting a Savage Mark II and then later get an Anshutz.
Noob question. Do you need to register a .22 rifle? and do I also need to take a class? Sorry, Im new to firearms!

The Savage is a fine gun. No registration needed. If you're new it will give you plenty of learning, nice setting your sights high on the anschutz, don't know that I'll ever shoot well enough to appreciate one of those in my own collection.

Taking a class is up to you, nothing required, but TRAINING and or competing will help you raise your skill level quickly.

[mrcoolguy818]

Thanks for the feedback guys. I think I will go with the Savage Mark II for now and then step up to Anschutz once I improve. Also, are the scopes that come with the Savage rifle packages any good?

Do you recommend a certain store? Like Dicks Sporting Goods, etc.

[Excaliburr]

scopes that come with guns are generally poor at best if you want my opinion. They are usually not worth it and I suggest buying the rifle you want and putting good optics on it. Optics are an essential item and many pay more for them than for the rifle itself. For a .22LR, I would say a nice 2-7 power like a Leupold VX-1 or a Redfield Revolution would be sufficient. Of course everyone has their preferences, but I do think you will need to spend between $100 and $200 for decent optics for that Mark II. It might be best to go to a store that has many you can view in person and take a look through the glass and have a feel for it before you buy. I have had plenty of those less expensive scopes to tell you that while they are OK for some jobs, target acquisition can be tougher, clarity of optics, eye relief can be issues and at certain distances targets get obscure. Better optics have parallax adjustments, focus adjustments, different reticles etc. An optic can make all the difference between an accurate shooter and one that isn't. Buy a good rifle and a good optic and it can last a lifetime and can be passed down the family tree. Well worth the investment if you ask me.

[covingtonhouse]

As for scopes, another consideration is what yardage the scope is focused at. Most high power scopes are set to 100 yards. There are rimfire scopes that are set 50 yards. These are known as fixed parallax scopes. There are also adjustable objective or side focus scopes also. Just make sure you get one that goes down to at least 50 yards if you purchase either style. Rimfires generally have the best accuracy from 25-125 yards depending on rifle,shooter, ammo, etc