picking up a .22lr trying to choose?

[eastcoastguy]

The ruger 10/22 and the ruger American are both on sale so was going to pick one up. I know there's better ones but these are in the price range I'm looking at (saving for a boat). Was wondering people's opinions. Its for plinking and small game.  Thanks

[SeaRun1]

Well you probably know that there are many extra accessories for the 10/22 so that is always a good choice.

I almost bought an American in 22 Mag but they had a CZ 455 FS and while it was a lot more a CZ always wins when it comes to style.

They are both great but everyone should own at least one 10/22.

SR1

[tritt007]

+2 on the ruger 10/22, everyone should have one . Fantastic guns and magazines are everywhere in every size !

[bobcat]

I used to have a 10/22, didn't like it much so I sold it. If you want a semi-auto they're decent guns. But the trigger on mine was terrible. I really like the Savage bolt action 22's. I would suggest looking at them before you make your decision.

[Ridgeratt]

I used to have a 10/22, didn't like it much so I sold it. If you want a semi-auto they're decent guns. But the trigger on mine was terrible. I really like the Savage bolt action 22's. I would suggest looking at them before you make your decision.

The triggers can be fixed takes less then an hour and they are butter smooth. Have done several.

[eastcoastguy]

Ive read the adjustable trigger on the American is amazing and its pretty accurate. I dont care if its semi or bolt as i plan on have a few of each.

[Eric M]

I've got the Ruger Deluxe Sporter. Fun gun. Trigger fixes available.

[Remnar]

  To everything above . Whichever you want first 

[kenzmad]

I have a bolt marlin and a ruger 10/22. Both scoped. The 10/22 is more fun to burn through ammo. Taught the kids on the marlin bolt. Helped speed up the task of realigning the sight picture as their head had to come up to cycle the bolt. Good to have one of each.

[carpsniperg2]

I have both and I don't think you can wrong with either

[wadu1]

Well you probably know that there are many extra accessories for the 10/22 so that is always a good choice.

I almost bought an American in 22 Mag but they had a CZ 455 FS and while it was a lot more a CZ always wins when it comes to style.

They are both great but everyone should own at least one 10/22.

SR1

CZ is the best bolt gun, I don't own a single Ruger. I've had them and dumped them all. 

[SeaRun1]

I have a few CZ 452's and a CZ 455 and they are seriously accurate rimfires.  I would recommend them 10 out of 10 times. 

If you swing it then get one and you won't be disappointed.  That said I still think the Ruger American isnt a bad choice.

SR1

[biggfish]

I would go for the American it has a more man sized stock and out of the box it will be more ready to hunt than the 10/22. I'm 6'3" so stock size is always an issue for me.

[2labs]

Nylon if you can find one? Don't ban me BoB. Just a thought.

[bhawley76]

10/22 Is a great gun and a fun gun to boot. I love shooting it at  long range and counting the seconds before it hits the gong