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.

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[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.

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[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

[slm9s]

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

(cough!)  Cooper  (cough!)

[bobcat]

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.

That's another thing I forgot to mention. To me the 10/22 felt like a kid's gun. Too light and too small, and that, along with the extremely heavy trigger pull made it difficult to shoot accurately.

If you can afford a CZ 452, they are a great gun. But otherwise, I'd be looking at Savage, or maybe Marlin.

[SeaRun1]

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

(cough!)  Cooper  (cough!)

Another good choice.  But it will be pricy...

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[Eli346]

I had 2 10/22's. The breakdown and the carbine. I ended up selling the carbine as I like the break down so much. It's deadly with a scope on it!

[predatorpro]

I just bought a marlin xt 22 a few months ago and love it! Stupid accurate! And it was only 200 bucks...

[BOWHUNTER45]

I had a Remington 541 T ...Wish I never sold it ...now I think I am needing another .22 ..  have to magnums but no .22 LR ... Not sure what to buy now .

[BigGoonTuna]

love my CZ 452.  i just don't shoot .22 much these days because i don't like burning through what little ammo i have.

[thinkingman]

I have a highly customized 10/22, a couple of CZ 452s, and an Anschutz sporter.
The 10/22 is the one I would sell right now. 

[KFhunter]

I disagree on the 10/22

Get a bolt action, CZ would be my 1st choice.  I've shot a few CZ's and really like them.

[Firedogg]

  I like the 10/22. The only other firearm I can think of that is more customizable is a 1911. You can go basic wood, synthetic, of composite...  Drop in parts, match grade drop ins , or even custom made parts are available.   Barrels come in all weights, lengths, and profiles that you could come up with.

  Today's 10/22 is a bit better than ones coming out 15 or more years ago, they've tightened up the quality on the production line, although still not to the liking of a lot of folks. Ruger has admitted the trigger sucks, but instead of fixing it they sell their own add on trigger set. I's still go Volquartsen or another brand.

A Ruger American us pretty much what you get when you buy it, once in your hands you are stuck with few options so you better really love it.

 So remember, it's a plinking gun you want to have fun with. Have fun with whichever choice you make.

  BTW, my plinker is a complete gun from Volquartsen keeping things inside a dime at 75 yds., one I will never get rid of.

[Eric M]

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

The 452 has the set trigger right? That is a sweet gun. I just shot one a cpl. months ago. Hard to find on gunbroker. It's apples and oranges though. The 452 is something you can hand down to your kids. The Ruger is something you can throw in the back of the truck.

[lucky7]

Don't forget the BL-22 also.15 rounds of fun. Also own a 452 with a 24.5 tube, almost too boringly accurate at the range

[swanny]

I've got an American and have been super pleased with. Threw a Vortex rimfire scope on it, really good combination, fun to shoot, accurate, and fits well.

[thinkingman]

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

The 452 has the set trigger right? That is a sweet gun. I just shot one a cpl. months ago. Hard to find on gunbroker. It's apples and oranges though. The 452 is something you can hand down to your kids. The Ruger is something you can throw in the back of the truck.

The 453 has the set trigger

[Skillet]

Throwing in a plug for an oldie but a goodie that you can find on the cheap every once in a while.  I have a mid 1930's Savage 23A (bolt gun, 5 shot clip) that is seriously accurate with some brands of ammo.  It is a really fun gun to shoot, beautiful too with the schnabel forend.

 

[ribka]

X2 Volquartsen  10 22

  I like the 10/22. The only other firearm I can think of that is more customizable is a 1911. You can go basic wood, synthetic, of composite...  Drop in parts, match grade drop ins , or even custom made parts are available.   Barrels come in all weights, lengths, and profiles that you could come up with.

  Today's 10/22 is a bit better than ones coming out 15 or more years ago, they've tightened up the quality on the production line, although still not to the liking of a lot of folks. Ruger has admitted the trigger sucks, but instead of fixing it they sell their own add on trigger set. I's still go Volquartsen or another brand.

A Ruger American us pretty much what you get when you buy it, once in your hands you are stuck with few options so you better really love it.

 So remember, it's a plinking gun you want to have fun with. Have fun with whichever choice you make.

  BTW, my plinker is a complete gun from Volquartsen keeping things inside a dime at 75 yds., one I will never get rid of.

[Wanttohuntmore]

I also have a cz and a 10/22.  I'd sell the cz before the 10/22, I find I use/ hunt more with he ruger.  The cz is more accurate, but not by much.  The 10/22 has a multiplier effect which is plain awesome on sage rats or steel targets.