Beginner 22 match rifle for benchrest

[stacy]

I would get a Tika I haven't heard anyone complain on how they shoot.

Lee

Mine shoots very well forsure and no complaints

 

[jvshiver]

It would have to be a factory class. How about one of the Anshutz or Weihrauch?

Those are not allowed in ARA or ABRA

 

[StuNY]

It would have to be a factory class. How about one of the Anshutz or Weihrauch?

You can shoot an Anshutz in the IR 50/50 Factory class as long as it hasn't been modified.

 

[Shutstr8r]

Anschutz,Win 52 or Remington 40x

In ARA, the Anschutz price comes in above the limit for the factory class if I’m not mistaken.

—Darrell

 

[John1945]

In ARA, the Anschutz price comes in above the limit for the factory class if I’m not mistaken.

—Darrell

Please read the rules.

 

[Rwfish]

Entry level factory ARA, Tikka T1X or CZ 457 MTR. There is a reason why these are seen the most in ARA…

 

[John1945]

How can anyone advise him on rifles when no one knows what he wants to shoot?

 

[SteveOak]

How can anyone advise him on rifles when no one knows what he wants to shoot?

Actually it is quite common for people to post on the internet without knowing essential information or even much at all about the topic.

 

[Rimfire Shooter]

I shoot ARA Unlimited and Factory indoors. The rules for Factory allow the Tikka T1x, the CZ457 MTR and the Bergara B14r (steel). Read the rules to be sure you know what is expected before you make a purchase, if you are planning to shoot ARA. You can get a two piece rest for a modest cost (bipod front, bag rear) to get started.

Hope this helps...

 

[brad6ppc]

I will see what Sanctions are shooting in my area and that will help with the decision on class. I see the recommendations for rifles and that is the info I needed to help me decide what to look for in a rifle. I have a Remington 504 that shoots good but I didn't know if it would be competitive or allowed. I should feed it some quality ammo and find out.

 

[Hi-NV Shooter]

The assumption was about factory class as that was the OP question
What would be a good factory rifle

Lee

 

[brad6ppc]

How about a Kimber or Sako?

 

[Hi-NV Shooter]

How about a Kimber or Sako?

Maybe for iR50 but not ARA factory class

Lee

 

[John1945]

Actually it is quite common for people to post on the internet without knowing essential information or even much at all about the topic.

I understand that but a little research before you ask is a good thing for getting the right suggestions. Now he's asking about Kimbers or Sakos so he still has no idea what he wants to shoot. And he will not come forth with that information. He is not asking about factory ARA or he would have gone to the rules for an answer to his question. No one can answer his questions.

 

[dgeesaman]

How can anyone advise him on rifles when no one knows what he wants to shoot?

That's what I asked him and we're still flying blind. So I've withheld my thoughts.

I started with some benchrest a couple years ago and my first step was figuring out what benchrest organizations had matches within driving range of me. It would have been a miserable mistake to spend hard earned money for a rifle that is technically not compliant and get kicked into an unlimited class. So in my case I was able to confirm ARA was my best opportunity.

 

[Hi-NV Shooter]

I understand that but a little research before you ask is a good thing for getting the right suggestions. Now he's asking about Kimbers or Sakos so he still has no idea what he wants to shoot. And he will not come forth with that information. He is not asking about factory ARA or he would have gone to the rules for an answer to his question. No one can answer his questions.

Yup, you're right John, he must be just asking as a general question. several have posted that for ARA none of the rifles he is now asking will be allowed.

Lee

 

[buckeye68]

IMO buy what you want and shoot in the unlimited class and forget it about all the rules!!

 

[brad6ppc]

That sounds like a good idea because I was just interested in shooting some competition

 

[Mike in Oregon]

Both have match chambers. Check Tombstone Tactical out for pricing.

-Bergara B-14 Steel
-CZ 457 MTR

 

[Ccrider]

Sounds like you want to be competitive. I would go to a match and see what is being used and what is being competitive. Not many factory guns will compete with well tuned custom guns.

“Good Ammo” is ammo that shoots well in your particular gun and, is a must. Just because the ammo is expensive does not mean it will shoot well in your gun.

Allowed modifications can be helpful.