Opinions Wanted: .22 LR Bolt Action Rifle

[ATSavvy82]

I'm new to shooting, trying to learn with .22's and move up sometime down the road. Have used the forum several times already, just a lot of great information.

I'm Looking for options and opinions for a .22 LR w/ bolt action. Plinking, range rifle for learning and fun. With a budget ~ $250 or less...where would you steer me?

 

[Jrob24]

I'm pretty happy with my Savage FVSR. You can get one for around $250, but that doesn't include a scope. My rifle is new and only has about 500 rounds through it, but I've read that once it has about 1000 rounds it becomes even more accurate.

 

[[cerberus]]

Marlin .22s are also great guns. I have a bunch and am happy with all of them, you really can't go wrong.

 

[mousegunfan]

Hit a couple of shops, you might find a used one for $100. That's how I bought mine.

 

[Cap]

I'd say savage or marlin. CZ if you want to spend more.

 

[MAshooter1]

I own a 77/22 and love it. Tack driver for sure. Put some nice glass on it and it'll really shine.

 

[Boris]

Hit a couple of shops, you might find a used one for $100. That's how I bought mine.

^^^ most shops will have a bunch kicking around, they are cheap and not in high demand.

 

[45collector]

You can definitely find some generic vintage single shot .22 bolt rifle for <$100. Stevens, Springfield, Savage, Remington etc... There are tons of them out there. A lot of them don't even have a serial #, which is a neat throwback to simpler times.

 

[HTRN]

I have has a Savage MKII for nearly 20 years and its awesome.

A tackdriver of tackdrivers.

 

[ATSavvy82]

Thanks all. I think I'll hit a couple of the local shops as suggested. I don't mind used, and may be able to get something with a scope. I know a shop nearby that carries Savage, Marlin and CZ...time to compare and contrast.

 

[mousegunfan]

Thanks all. I think I'll hit a couple of the local shops as suggested. I don't mind used, and may be able to get something with a scope. I know a shop nearby that carries Savage, Marlin and CZ...time to compare and contrast.

Good choice. Mine is from the 70's and shoots great. Nothing wrong with used. Most sit in a closet unused for years.

 

[Stryker]

I have a MKII with a thumbhole stock that shoots great - love the accutrigger.

 

[richc]

Savage is a good choice at your price range. CZ452/455 is my favorite but more expensive.

Good luck!

 

[Diskothek]

Savage Mark II, for sure. My first rifle and never going to sell it.