Remington 597-What do you think... - Page 4

782ndMustang · 06-04-2008, 06:32 AM

thanks, also I've heard great things about the Ruger 10/22 would you suggest the Mark II over the 10/22????

Ron AKA · 06-04-2008, 03:26 PM

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Originally Posted by 782ndMustang

thanks, also I've heard great things about the Ruger 10/22 would you suggest the Mark II over the 10/22????

I'm not a big fan of semi-autos when it comes to target shooting. Too much is going on behind the bullet than can go wrong before the bullet gets out of the barrel. Bolt actions have a strong technical advantage over semi-autos. Nothing really moves, only the bullet. However if you must have a semi, then yes I believe the Ruger 10/22 is a better bet than the 597. Some 10/22's are customized to be very accurate (aftermarket triggers, stocks, barrels, which makes you wonder what is left as stock?). However, they still have a lot going on, which is not good for target shooting.

Ron

782ndMustang · 06-04-2008, 03:43 PM

Thanks, would you happen to know a good price for the Mark II? I don't want to get ripped off.

orienteeer · 06-05-2008, 04:55 PM

got mine used for $135, added scope, sling & 2 new mags. has laminated stock & stainless barrel. it does jam 1/50 or so, but considering the price i am very pleased. i'm attaching a couple photos, 1 of them is a target i shot just today. hope they come across ok.remington_rifle_sm.jpg

20080605_target.jpg

Ron AKA · 06-05-2008, 06:12 PM

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Originally Posted by 782ndMustang

Thanks, would you happen to know a good price for the Mark II? I don't want to get ripped off.

If you go to the on-line Walmart store you can find them there to get an idea of price. From memory about $250 for the BV model. Based on posts of others Dick's Sporting Goods seems to often have specials on them.

Below is a 40 yard target of 5 shot groups using good ammo in the Mark II-BTVS model:

Ron

MemphisJim1 · 06-12-2008, 10:16 AM

I have three 597s: .22LR and .22WMR, both bull barreled with Silhouette stocks; .17HMR with standard barrel and synthetic stock. All are "right on" accurate and fun to shoot. Only feed and extract issues I've had have been with the .17. I saw a recommendation in another forum to load the magnum mags to 5-6 rounds only; did that last week and put hundreds of rounds through both magnums with no issues of any kind. The .22LR doesn't like Remington ammo so I shoot CCI, Winchester-Western and Federal in it. Last month I found hi-cap (30 rd) mags for the LR on the net. Tried them out last Sunday; one was flawless, the other jammed. Personally, I love my 597s and just haven't had the issues others cite. Be advised, though, takedown and reassembly (especially reassembly) is a little quirky because of the rod and spring system (and the magnums have twice the springs). Oaths and facial expressions learned while maintaining my Ruger MkII 10/45 have been most helpful.

06-05-2008, 04:55 PM	#64
orienteeer Member Join Date: May 2008 Location: upstate NY Posts: 16 Trader Rating: (0)	i like my 597 got mine used for $135, added scope, sling & 2 new mags. has laminated stock & stainless barrel. it does jam 1/50 or so, but considering the price i am very pleased. i'm attaching a couple photos, 1 of them is a target i shot just today. hope they come across ok.remington_rifle_sm.jpg 20080605_target.jpg

06-04-2008, 06:32 AM	#61
782ndMustang Registered User Join Date: Jun 2008 Posts: 3 Trader Rating: (0)	thanks, also I've heard great things about the Ruger 10/22 would you suggest the Mark II over the 10/22????

06-04-2008, 03:43 PM	#63
782ndMustang Registered User Join Date: Jun 2008 Posts: 3 Trader Rating: (0)	Thanks, would you happen to know a good price for the Mark II? I don't want to get ripped off.

06-12-2008, 10:16 AM	#66
MemphisJim1 Member Join Date: Jun 2008 Location: Suburban Memphis (Mississippi side) Posts: 40 Trader Rating: (0)	I have three 597s: .22LR and .22WMR, both bull barreled with Silhouette stocks; .17HMR with standard barrel and synthetic stock. All are "right on" accurate and fun to shoot. Only feed and extract issues I've had have been with the .17. I saw a recommendation in another forum to load the magnum mags to 5-6 rounds only; did that last week and put hundreds of rounds through both magnums with no issues of any kind. The .22LR doesn't like Remington ammo so I shoot CCI, Winchester-Western and Federal in it. Last month I found hi-cap (30 rd) mags for the LR on the net. Tried them out last Sunday; one was flawless, the other jammed. Personally, I love my 597s and just haven't had the issues others cite. Be advised, though, takedown and reassembly (especially reassembly) is a little quirky because of the rod and spring system (and the magnums have twice the springs). Oaths and facial expressions learned while maintaining my Ruger MkII 10/45 have been most helpful.