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Equipment & Gear => Guns and Ammo => Topic started by: eastcoastguy on January 27, 2016, 07:27:02 PM

Title: picking up a .22lr trying to choose?
Post by: eastcoastguy on January 27, 2016, 07:27:02 PM: 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
Title: Re: picking up a .22lr trying to choose?
Post by: SeaRun1 on January 27, 2016, 07:31:54 PM: 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
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Post by: tritt007 on January 27, 2016, 07:34:06 PM: +2 on the ruger 10/22, everyone should have one . Fantastic guns and magazines are everywhere in every size !
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Post by: bobcat on January 27, 2016, 07:39:30 PM: 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.
Title: Re: picking up a .22lr trying to choose?
Post by: Ridgeratt on January 27, 2016, 07:45:11 PM: Quote from: bobcat on January 27, 2016, 07:39:30 PM
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.
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Post by: eastcoastguy on January 27, 2016, 07:49:25 PM: 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.
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Post by: Eric M on January 27, 2016, 08:01:49 PM: I've got the Ruger Deluxe Sporter. Fun gun. Trigger fixes available.
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Post by: Remnar on January 27, 2016, 08:07:27 PM: :yeah: To everything above . Whichever you want first :dunno:
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Post by: kenzmad on January 27, 2016, 08:12:20 PM: 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.
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Post by: carpsniperg2 on January 27, 2016, 08:14:23 PM: I have both and I don't think you can wrong with either :tup:
Title: Re: picking up a .22lr trying to choose?
Post by: wadu1 on January 27, 2016, 08:15:26 PM: Quote from: SeaRun1 on January 27, 2016, 07:31:54 PM
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
:yeah:
CZ is the best bolt gun, I don't own a single Ruger. I've had them and dumped them all. :twocents:
Title: Re: picking up a .22lr trying to choose?
Post by: SeaRun1 on January 27, 2016, 08:21:09 PM: 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
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Post by: biggfish on January 27, 2016, 08:22:25 PM: 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.
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Post by: 2labs on January 27, 2016, 08:33:39 PM: Nylon if you can find one? Don't ban me BoB. Just a thought.
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Post by: bhawley76 on January 27, 2016, 08:40:40 PM: 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
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Post by: slm9s on January 27, 2016, 08:44:57 PM: Quote from: wadu1 on January 27, 2016, 08:15:26 PM
CZ is the best bolt gun, I don't own a single Ruger. I've had them and dumped them all. :twocents:

(cough!) Cooper (cough!)
Title: Re: picking up a .22lr trying to choose?
Post by: bobcat on January 27, 2016, 08:56:39 PM: Quote from: biggfish on January 27, 2016, 08:22:25 PM
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.
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Post by: SeaRun1 on January 27, 2016, 09:01:34 PM: Quote from: slm9s on January 27, 2016, 08:44:57 PM
Quote from: wadu1 on January 27, 2016, 08:15:26 PM
CZ is the best bolt gun, I don't own a single Ruger. I've had them and dumped them all. :twocents:

(cough!) Cooper (cough!)

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

SR1
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Post by: Eli346 on January 27, 2016, 09:10:59 PM: 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!
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Post by: predatorpro on January 27, 2016, 09:23:24 PM: I just bought a marlin xt 22 a few months ago and love it! Stupid accurate! And it was only 200 bucks...
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Post by: BOWHUNTER45 on January 27, 2016, 09:30:01 PM: 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 .
Title: Re: picking up a .22lr trying to choose?
Post by: BigGoonTuna on January 27, 2016, 09:41:37 PM: 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.
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Post by: thinkingman on January 27, 2016, 09:45:07 PM: 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.
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Post by: KFhunter on January 27, 2016, 09:48:11 PM: 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.
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Post by: Firedogg on January 27, 2016, 10:33:00 PM: 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.
Title: Re: picking up a .22lr trying to choose?
Post by: Eric M on January 27, 2016, 10:39:52 PM: Quote from: SeaRun1 on January 27, 2016, 08:21:09 PM
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.
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Post by: lucky7 on January 28, 2016, 01:57:57 AM: 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
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Post by: swanny on January 29, 2016, 11:56:38 AM: 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.
Title: Re: picking up a .22lr trying to choose?
Post by: thinkingman on January 29, 2016, 03:58:32 PM: Quote from: Eric M on January 27, 2016, 10:39:52 PM
Quote from: SeaRun1 on January 27, 2016, 08:21:09 PM
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
Title: Re: picking up a .22lr trying to choose?
Post by: Skillet on January 29, 2016, 04:10:27 PM: 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.

:twocents:
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Post by: ribka on January 31, 2016, 06:39:09 PM: X2 Volquartsen 10 22

Quote from: Firedogg on January 27, 2016, 10:33:00 PM
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.
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Post by: Wanttohuntmore on January 31, 2016, 06:52:49 PM: 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.