Klein Helmer
New member
I made a thread recently as I am looking for my first rifle, and a popular suggestion was I start with a .22. I did some research and I became increasingly interested with the idea, so I am hoping I can get some more information.
First of all, what's up with the .17 ammo (I know there are multiple variations)? Is this something I should be looking into, or do I want the .22? What are some of the significant differences here?
Additionally, could someone break down for me the differences between the .22, .22LR, and .22 mag? Are these largely interchangeable when it comes to rifles, or will they require different platforms?
Is bolt action what I'm looking for? I am looking for essentially a practice rifle (as it pertains to both shooting and maintenance) that is as accurate as possible. It seems that the bolt action (in general) is regarded as more accurate than semi auto, pump, or lever action. It looked to me like the bolt action rifles were the ones people were competing with. Is my assessment here accurate?
What is a 10/22? I have seen this come up a few times and I don't what the designation means.
After looking around for a while, I think I like the CZ 455 varmint due to its seemingly great reputation, and thick barrel.
What do you all think of this choice? If I am looking for accuracy, reliability, and the beefiest possible construction, is this the one for me? Are there any other similar models you could recommend?
I have looked at some of the Anschutz models, but I'm not sure I want to take that plunge just yet, particularly for a .22.
I realize I may not even be asking the right questions, so if there is any information you could provide for me, even if I haven't directly asked for it, I would greatly appreciate it.
Thank you,
- H
PS
Here is my original thread, if anyone would like to weigh in here, that would be awesome as well.
http://thefiringline.com/forums/showthread.php?t=543435
First of all, what's up with the .17 ammo (I know there are multiple variations)? Is this something I should be looking into, or do I want the .22? What are some of the significant differences here?
Additionally, could someone break down for me the differences between the .22, .22LR, and .22 mag? Are these largely interchangeable when it comes to rifles, or will they require different platforms?
Is bolt action what I'm looking for? I am looking for essentially a practice rifle (as it pertains to both shooting and maintenance) that is as accurate as possible. It seems that the bolt action (in general) is regarded as more accurate than semi auto, pump, or lever action. It looked to me like the bolt action rifles were the ones people were competing with. Is my assessment here accurate?
What is a 10/22? I have seen this come up a few times and I don't what the designation means.
After looking around for a while, I think I like the CZ 455 varmint due to its seemingly great reputation, and thick barrel.
What do you all think of this choice? If I am looking for accuracy, reliability, and the beefiest possible construction, is this the one for me? Are there any other similar models you could recommend?
I have looked at some of the Anschutz models, but I'm not sure I want to take that plunge just yet, particularly for a .22.
I realize I may not even be asking the right questions, so if there is any information you could provide for me, even if I haven't directly asked for it, I would greatly appreciate it.
Thank you,
- H
PS
Here is my original thread, if anyone would like to weigh in here, that would be awesome as well.
http://thefiringline.com/forums/showthread.php?t=543435