Need Some Advice - Rim Fire Experts

[Rem06]

I'm considering getting back into rimfire (22 long rifle) rifle shooting since centerfire components are so hard to find and I'm trying to conserve them for varmint and predator hunting. However, I enjoy range shooting and I've thought that getting back to 22 rimfire shooting (informal range practice) would be a good way to get some trigger time in.

So, here's my question. I'm looking for a moderate priced but quality 22 LR rifle. Is that a contradiction of concepts? 

I had a CZ many years ago, can't remember the model but I had a lot of problems with first shot flyers using standard velocity Federal and CCI ammo. Spent a ton of time reading about this, trying everything I read trying to correct it and nothing worked. All the cleaning theories etc. No matter what I tried, after 1 or 2 wild shots, the rifle grouped very nicely. Frustrated, I sold the rifle regretting the day I got rid of my old hand me down Mossburg that shot well and didn't exhibit any first shot flyer. Anyway, I've been absent from 22 rimfire rifle shooting for many years to I'm a rookie now.

What you suggest for a rifle. What about the new Tikka 22's? I have several Tikka CF's and they are outstanding. Range shooting will be done at 50 to 100 yards with standard velocity ammo, preferrable CCI. Possible dual use as range rifle and squirrel hunting rifle and maybe some very short-range ground hog hunting i.e., 50 yards or less.

How about an update K22?
I am with ya on the 22lr.
I got this old marlin tgt i am about to dig out and try. Wife Inhareted from her father.
HEAVY bbl with peep sights that i looked up @$550

 

[foxguy]

There is a lot of fun to be had with a 22 Rifle. Weather shooting with friends at a Local rifle range or hunting with friends or family. Rifles can be the inexpensive Ruger 10/22 or a Target Rifle. endless options and choices.

 

[K22]

How about an update K22?
I am with ya on the 22lr.
I got this old marlin tgt i am about to dig out and try. Wife Inhareted from her father.
HEAVY bbl with peep sights that i looked up @$550

I took the plunge in July of 2023 and purchased a Tikka T1X!

I've got close 2,000 round through it thus far and I am completely and totally satisfied with it. I did replace the pistol grip with their aftermarket vertical pistol grip, and it made a significant difference in my performance.

This strictly a recreational endeavor. Been shooting CCI Standard Velocity ammo and except for an occasionally ammo related flyer (about 1%), it shoots really well. It's given me an economical opportunity to increase my trigger time.

 

[sacre]

Had a Ruger 10 22 that did exactly that. First 2 shots, upper left, then a tight group.

 

[Rem06]

I took the plunge in July of 2023 and purchased a Tikka T1X!

I've got close 2,000 round through it thus far and I am completely and totally satisfied with it. I did replace the pistol grip with their aftermarket vertical pistol grip, and it made a significant difference in my performance.

This strictly a recreational endeavor. Been shooting CCI Standard Velocity ammo and except for an occasionally ammo related flyer (about 1%), it shoots really well. It's given me an economical opportunity to increase my trigger time.

I will have to get a pic and model # of the Marlin Heavy BBL , Bolt tomorrow...next project, i never even cleaned it or the bbl yet.

 

[hotshot828]

Cz 457 there are many models to choose from. Excellent quality and accuracy.