Rossi 22-250

Tater · 06-06-2008, 12:11 AM

Hey guys, I've been lookin into getting a yote gun gun(my excuse to get one), and after shopping around, and a bit of research I've decided on a rossi 22-250. I've handled one at the local gun shop, and like its feel. I absolutely love its rough unflashy look, and I believe that the single shot will help me become a better marksman, and a more patient hunter.

I was about to make a trade several months ago a 17 hmr for a used one, but the guy backed out at the last minute when I asked if I could shoot it before I bought it (haha.)

I havent heard any good about this gun nor have I heard any bad. Has anyone had any good or bad expierences with Rossi?

samuel · 06-06-2008, 07:54 AM

Have you had any experience with a .22-250?The reason I ask is there is no comparison between a -250 and a .17HMR.If you have experience,go for it.If you don;t,go for it and get some good advice from someone experienced with centerfire rifles.Books and your local gun dealer are one source of info.As to Rossi,I think they are a lot like the H&R without the finish.I have had several H&R,s and they were adequate to hunt varmints,but I would reccomend the .223 because it will do the job and if you are starting out the ammo is cheaper. sam.

Tater · 06-06-2008, 08:14 AM

I've had a 17hmr for the good part of a year. I recently bought a fairly new ruger 10/22 from a family member whom was looking into getting out of hunting.

For what I use the 17 for its not worth it when I can go to Wally World and buy a box of 500 22lr for $15 and more than serve the purpose just as well.

Legba · 06-06-2008, 08:37 AM

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Originally Posted by samuel

Have you had any experience with a .22-250?The reason I ask is there is no comparison between a -250 and a .17HMR.If you have experience,go for it.If you don;t,go for it and get some good advice from someone experienced with centerfire rifles.Books and your local gun dealer are one source of info.As to Rossi,I think they are a lot like the H&R without the finish.I have had several H&R,s and they were adequate to hunt varmints,but I would reccomend the .223 because it will do the job and if you are starting out the ammo is cheaper. sam.

Very good advice as usual.
I own a 22-250 and love it. In my opinion if you are going to hunt coyote I would get a bolt action gun or a gas gun. You will miss sooner or later and then you will wish you had the extra shots without having to break open the gun and reload. Don't know of a semi auto 22-250 but I could be wrong. The ammo for the 22-250 is more expensive for sure. Let us know what you get.

Ron AKA · 06-06-2008, 10:08 AM

I have never used a Rossi, but did own a single shot 12 guage for a very short period of time. I replaced that with an 1100 semi-auto, and disliked that one too. Finally settled on a Citori over and under. The issue is that it is not a lot of fun missing your single shot, and then spending the rest of the time fumbling around, while your buddies shoot your game! The semi didn't solve that problem either as I could not hit anything with it, no matter how many shells I put in it.

I've spent a lot of time coyote hunting, and recall not many single shot kills, and many running shots with multiple shots fired. I just can't see it being very much fun with a single. I would suggest if budget is really limited looking at a Stevens bolt action new or used.

On cartridges I think the 22-250 is kind of a "tweener". It has more than enough power for varmints, but not really suitable for deer. I am with Sam on this one. If a pure varmint gun then a .223 is likely a better choice. If to be combined with deer, then move up to a .243.

Just my thoughts,

Ron

Tater · 06-06-2008, 10:34 PM

I have a 7mm mag for large game. Not looking to deer hunt with it!

telkev · 06-06-2008, 10:44 PM

If you want the single shot, get a NEF and stay away from the Rossi. The NEF rifles are tighter, stronger, and the recievers are all steel and not alloy. You can get a Savage/Stevens bolt gun for not much more than a single barrel and you will be happier in the long run. I have both the 223 and 22-250 in bolt guns and love them both. But if this is a new experience for you, get the 223. It is a lot more versitile, cheaper ammo, more ammo selection, and within 300 yards, you are not going to see much difference in performance.

Aaronb2245 · 06-07-2008, 02:35 AM

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Originally Posted by samuel

Have you had any experience with a .22-250?The reason I ask is there is no comparison between a -250 and a .17HMR.If you have experience,go for it.If you don;t,go for it and get some good advice from someone experienced with centerfire rifles.Books and your local gun dealer are one source of info.As to Rossi,I think they are a lot like the H&R without the finish.I have had several H&R,s and they were adequate to hunt varmints,but I would reccomend the .223 because it will do the job and if you are starting out the ammo is cheaper. sam.

I agree with Sam....get a .223. I also have to say don't try to justify the price of the weapon as a reason to purchase. You will be much happier holding out and getting what you really want...which I highly doubt is a single shot for varmits. I bought a rossi as my first handgun when I turned 21 and I was far from impressed. The accuracy was horrible when compared to a handgun of the same design. Here's a true story which may or may not provide some insight. I have a cousin who has purchased 2 (rossi single shot) cheap rifles in the past year, but has wanted a decent 308 for some time now. If he had saved his money he could own that 308 by now for the price of 2 cheap rossi's in say a get remington 700 which imo is an excellent rifle.

Just my .2 cents your mileage may vary.......

pearlandfred · 06-10-2008, 01:52 PM

I have a Weatherby Vanguard in the 22-250 model with scope. I really like the gun. You can get the Remington 55 gr. soft points and they shoot pretty accurate, at leaste they do out of my rifle. I am going to use it on White Tail deer here in Texas as well as coyotes.

Legba · 06-10-2008, 02:42 PM

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Originally Posted by pearlandfred

I have a Weatherby Vanguard in the 22-250 model with scope. I really like the gun. You can get the Remington 55 gr. soft points and they shoot pretty accurate, at leaste they do out of my rifle. I am going to use it on White Tail deer here in Texas as well as coyotes.

Was it the package deal with rifle and scope? I looked at them when I was trying to decide which 22-250 to get. Look like nice guns. I never got to shoot one though.

ACfixer · 06-10-2008, 08:25 PM

I've got a Remington XR100 Rangemaster in .22-250, it's a single shot but will a bullet speed of 4000+ fps it's just downright lethal. It ain't cheap, but if you're lloking at a single shot bolt I'd highly recommend it and the caliber. The ONLY drawback vs. the .223 is price per round, everything else about it is better. I most likely wouldn't use the gun for hunting because I am so against taking an chance of wounding an animal if it can be avoided (so hunting with a single shot when I have other options is out). But as far as the .22-250 I think it's the nicest of the varmint rounds and you can get bullets all the way up to 64 grain.

06-06-2008, 12:11 AM	#1
Tater Member Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Tn Posts: 34	Rossi 22-250 Hey guys, I've been lookin into getting a yote gun gun(my excuse to get one), and after shopping around, and a bit of research I've decided on a rossi 22-250. I've handled one at the local gun shop, and like its feel. I absolutely love its rough unflashy look, and I believe that the single shot will help me become a better marksman, and a more patient hunter. I was about to make a trade several months ago a 17 hmr for a used one, but the guy backed out at the last minute when I asked if I could shoot it before I bought it (haha.) I havent heard any good about this gun nor have I heard any bad. Has anyone had any good or bad expierences with Rossi?

06-06-2008, 07:54 AM	#2
samuel Senior Member Join Date: Dec 2006 Posts: 5,087	Have you had any experience with a .22-250?The reason I ask is there is no comparison between a -250 and a .17HMR.If you have experience,go for it.If you don;t,go for it and get some good advice from someone experienced with centerfire rifles.Books and your local gun dealer are one source of info.As to Rossi,I think they are a lot like the H&R without the finish.I have had several H&R,s and they were adequate to hunt varmints,but I would reccomend the .223 because it will do the job and if you are starting out the ammo is cheaper. sam.

06-06-2008, 08:14 AM	#3
Tater Member Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Tn Posts: 34	I've had a 17hmr for the good part of a year. I recently bought a fairly new ruger 10/22 from a family member whom was looking into getting out of hunting. For what I use the 17 for its not worth it when I can go to Wally World and buy a box of 500 22lr for $15 and more than serve the purpose just as well.

06-06-2008, 10:08 AM	#5
Ron AKA Banned Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: Alberta, Canada Posts: 704	I have never used a Rossi, but did own a single shot 12 guage for a very short period of time. I replaced that with an 1100 semi-auto, and disliked that one too. Finally settled on a Citori over and under. The issue is that it is not a lot of fun missing your single shot, and then spending the rest of the time fumbling around, while your buddies shoot your game! The semi didn't solve that problem either as I could not hit anything with it, no matter how many shells I put in it. I've spent a lot of time coyote hunting, and recall not many single shot kills, and many running shots with multiple shots fired. I just can't see it being very much fun with a single. I would suggest if budget is really limited looking at a Stevens bolt action new or used. On cartridges I think the 22-250 is kind of a "tweener". It has more than enough power for varmints, but not really suitable for deer. I am with Sam on this one. If a pure varmint gun then a .223 is likely a better choice. If to be combined with deer, then move up to a .243. Just my thoughts, Ron

06-06-2008, 10:34 PM	#6
Tater Member Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Tn Posts: 34	I have a 7mm mag for large game. Not looking to deer hunt with it!

06-06-2008, 10:44 PM	#7
telkev Senior Member Join Date: May 2008 Location: SW MS Posts: 243	If you want the single shot, get a NEF and stay away from the Rossi. The NEF rifles are tighter, stronger, and the recievers are all steel and not alloy. You can get a Savage/Stevens bolt gun for not much more than a single barrel and you will be happier in the long run. I have both the 223 and 22-250 in bolt guns and love them both. But if this is a new experience for you, get the 223. It is a lot more versitile, cheaper ammo, more ammo selection, and within 300 yards, you are not going to see much difference in performance.

06-10-2008, 01:52 PM	#9
pearlandfred Registered User Join Date: Jun 2008 Location: Houston, Texas Posts: 3	I have a Weatherby Vanguard in the 22-250 model with scope. I really like the gun. You can get the Remington 55 gr. soft points and they shoot pretty accurate, at leaste they do out of my rifle. I am going to use it on White Tail deer here in Texas as well as coyotes.

06-10-2008, 08:25 PM	#11
ACfixer Senior Member Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: Turning base to final -KAPV- Posts: 248	I've got a Remington XR100 Rangemaster in .22-250, it's a single shot but will a bullet speed of 4000+ fps it's just downright lethal. It ain't cheap, but if you're lloking at a single shot bolt I'd highly recommend it and the caliber. The ONLY drawback vs. the .223 is price per round, everything else about it is better. I most likely wouldn't use the gun for hunting because I am so against taking an chance of wounding an animal if it can be avoided (so hunting with a single shot when I have other options is out). But as far as the .22-250 I think it's the nicest of the varmint rounds and you can get bullets all the way up to 64 grain.