.22 target rifle help

[Criticalt]

My GF is really interested in target shooting as of late. I have very little experience in target guns.
She hates my guns because they are all large caliber hunting rifles and shotguns. We went to our local PA shop but they are more geared toward hunting and had nothing she liked in stock.
She is an extreme amature so, for now, we are looking for an out of the box .22 in bolt action. I know building a gun will be most peoples answer but we arent talking competition shooting, just an accurate gun at 25-50 yards or so.
It will have alot of ammo put through it so a heavy barrel is ideal.
I really dont want to go to far over $500-$600 if I can help it.
Any suggestions?

 

[GUNSICK]

I know you said bolt action but I would suggest a Ruger 10/22. Once she gets used to it you can do upgrades to make it more accurate over time. Lots of aftermarket parts and the price for the rifle would be cheaper than what your looking to spend.

 

[Criticalt]

I know you said bolt action but I would suggest a Ruger 10/22. Once she gets used to it you can do upgrades to make it more accurate over time. Lots of aftermarket parts and the price for the rifle would be cheaper than what your looking to spend.

That was one we were going to look at. The guy at the shop said, "Oh yes, we have those".
He looked all over the shop and could not believe they had none, and they have ALOT of guns for a small shop.
Thanks for the suggestion, we will wait until they get some.

 

[pmcjuryny]

Savage mark 2 is always a good choice in my opinion. They have a bunch of different models, but I don't think you will go wrong with any of them. I have an old Lakefield arms mark 2 from before savage bought them. I like it so much I bought a new savage to go with it

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[GOYABEAN]

A+ on 10/22 like @GUNSICK suggested you might also consider H&R rifles very accurate and don't break the bank H&R Sportster Rifles also you can change configuration

 

[spat]

Everyone should have a 10/22 in the safe, that's just like having milk in the fridge.....

 

[kev74]

10/22.

If you really want bolt action, the Ruger American in .22 looks nice and takes 10/22 mags.

If you really want to spend $500-$600, buy both and a ton of ammo.

 

[DroBrens]

I am in a similar situation. My wife is now getting pretty friendly with target shooting so I went out and bout a Remington 597. After replacing the extractor it shoots without any problems at all. Although not bolt action, I think it may be a good starter rifle for a lady. Atleast for mine it was. The 10/22 is also a great rifle.

 

[Frankly]

You can find an older Anschutz sporter with the Model 64 action for less than $500 on GunBroker, Rimfire Central, TargetTalk forums. They were imported by Savage in the 60-70s and have great triggers and barrels.

The CZ 450-455 series of 22 bolt guns have a great rep, under $400, well made and accurate. You can do a home trigger job with some inexpensive kits ($25).

All the other guns are going to shoot pretty well too but these would be nicer. For $500 you can hotrod a $200 Ruger 10/22 to be a great semi-auto.

 

[nortatoga]

Everyone should have a 10/22 in the safe, that's just like having milk in the fridge.....

OR 3!!!

Also a +1 for the RAR ( Ruger American Rimfire ) I have one of them also from when they first came out. The Ladies program at my Club got 4 of them from a grant from the NRA. There must be about 40 members with them now

 

[Acer-m14]

because of FUAC .. 10/22 no muzzle break beek brake thingie you know .. I'd go Savage bolt .. even in .223 .. get a nice boyd stock
and adding some weight to it will cut down the recoil .. think bench rest shooter set up ..

or just pony up the $$$ for what the below shoots
your gunna hate me if wife/GF sees it too ..

now this is shooting ...

2nd video ..

 

[spat]

because of FUAC .. 10/22 no muzzle break beek brake thingie you know .. I'd go Savage bolt .. even in .223 .. get a nice boyd stock
and adding some weight to it will cut down the recoil .. think bench rest shooter set up ..

or just pony up the $$$ for what the below shoots
your gunna hate me if wife/GF sees it too ..

now this is shooting ...

2nd video ..

A muzzle break on a .22lr is cosmetic only IMHO....

A brake too.

 

[Kent Goldings]

I own a 10/22 and I love it. I think you can go in two directions. Direction one is to buy a 10/22 carbine and load it with aftermarket parts. The other is to buy a CZ 455 American and be done. With scope, both options will run at least $500. Get a Nikon 3-8x30 Prostaff Rimfire.

 

[Phauxtoe]

10/22 as a first gin is Perfect!
(I actually prefer the regular barrel, the bull barrel makes the rifle too heavy.)

HOWEVER #1
You Must upgrade the trigger and the gun will be more accurate than Most shooters.
a Kidd Trigger job kit ($110) easy to install.

HOWEVER #2
You must upgrade the sights, either glass ($100ish) or Techsight Peep sights ($80ish)

do that and when you dont hit the bullseye its totally Your Fault!

 

[Frankly]

Rimfire Central is a great forum for 22 shooters, their classifieds are good too.

 

[S&W Fan]

Based on the OP's original post, three excellent out of the box guns come to mind that should fit the bill and still leave enough money left for a decent piece of glass. You can't go wrong with the Leupold line of rim fire scopes either. IMHO
The Savage MKII FV , CZ455 American or the Ruger American Rimfire.
I'm not sure about the Ruger but the CZ and Savage both have bulled barrels and are pretty damn accurate right out of the box. Especially for a novice.

 

[Kent Goldings]

Remember, it is better to shoot good than to look good.

 

[Criticalt]

We just got back from the gun shop where one of the owners brought out a couple of his .22 target rifles.
Now it appears she likes the target style stocks. Not sure what they are cslled but big square stock with the grip for all three fingers.
He had a 10/22 and an Anschutz Match something or other, both with target stocks.
She liked the feel alot better than a standard stock.
The guy said he could build one with 10/22 parts with a couple upgrades on a wood stock of her choice, within our price range.
After looking around online these stocks are in the $200-$500 range, so this may be a good option.

 

[GOYABEAN]

We just got back from the gun shop where one of the owners brought out a couple of his .22 target rifles.
Now it appears she likes the target style stocks. Not sure what they are cslled but big square stock with the grip for all three fingers.
He had a 10/22 and an Anschutz Match something or other, both with target stocks.
She liked the feel alot better than a standard stock.
The guy said he could build one with 10/22 parts with a couple upgrades on a wood stock of her choice, within our price range.
After looking around online these stocks are in the $200-$500 range, so this may be a good option.

Only problem I see is like eating M&M you've always want more than one

 

[spat]

Only problem I see is like eating M&M you've always want more than one

Guns are like tattoos. Almost nobody has 1. Lots of people have none, and lots of people have many, but people who only have 1 dont stay that way for long.

 

[Phauxtoe]

It took me about 40 years to get my second 22 rifle, but I guess I did get a second...

Damn you project appleseed!

(Oh yea, take her for an Appleseed weekend after she gets it!)

 

[Criticalt]

Remember, it is better to shoot good than to look good.

Kinda why im all for her getting a rifle, I wont even pay attention to the target, she will have both.

 

[JamieZ]

As a 10/22 owner, I would suggest a 17hmr. Way better round,,,,faster and more accurate.

Have an HMR too

 

[Criticalt]

As a 10/22 owner, I would suggest a 17hmr. Way better round,,,,faster and more accurate.

Have an HMR too

I was looking at the CZ 455, it comes with 2 barrels, a .22 and a 17HMR.
The thing is that I have ALOT of .22 ammo and no gun.

 

[LexLooter]

Anyone suggest a Marlin Model 60? Fiancee loves her. Not bolt action, tube. A ton of fun and pretty cheap starter.

 

[GUNSICK]

Anyone suggest a Marlin Model 60? Fiancee loves her. Not bolt action, tube. A ton of fun and pretty cheap starter.

Great rifle, super accurate out of the box. No upgrades available.

 

[sschrad]

Sounds like the ones that she likes (big square stocks and finger grooves) are dedicated bench guns or position guns. Very heavy but the potential for very good accuracy. They can be pricy.

An alternative for a new one might be something in the order of a Remington 513T, Mossberg 144 LSB or a Winchester 75. All were entry level Target guns back in the day. Can be had for the 300 to 450 range today and usually shoot quite good. There are a bunch of newer guns ( 10/22, as some have mentioned, but usually need a bunch of upgrades to shoot well) CZ 452, or Ruger American . Many other serious target guns, Remington 40X, 37, 540X, Winchester 52, and the Anshcutz but they are extremely expensive.

Good luck and I hope she likes whatever gets. Good Shooting!

 

[pmcjuryny]

10/22 as a first gin is Perfect!
(I actually prefer the regular barrel, the bull barrel makes the rifle too heavy.)

HOWEVER #1
You Must upgrade the trigger and the gun will be more accurate than Most shooters.
a Kidd Trigger job kit ($110) easy to install.

HOWEVER #2
You must upgrade the sights, either glass ($100ish) or Techsight Peep sights ($80ish)

do that and when you dont hit the bullseye its totally Your Fault!

10/22 is a fine first rifle, but claiming it is perfect, and then turning around and saying you must add upgrades that cost as much as the gun seems a little off.

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[Phauxtoe]

10/22 is a fine first rifle, but claiming it is perfect, and then turning around and saying you must add upgrades that cost as much as the gun seems a little off.

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As per the original post.
It's a perfect project rifle, Great bones and options to infinity and beyond !
The gun and parts are still well under the $500-$600 mark.

 

[Kent Goldings]

Anyone suggest a Marlin Model 60? Fiancee loves her. Not bolt action, tube. A ton of fun and pretty cheap starter.

I think if she was taking up squirrel hunting, I would suggest a Model 60. But, a tube mag is a little cumbersome in a target rifle.