greetings from pennsylvania

cammo · 03-21-2008, 10:43 PM

Hi, I was looking for info on a .22 i was contemplating buying and i stumbled across this site. boy am i glad i did ive been browsing for about an hour and already found lots of useful info. i love to squirrel hunt and mostly with a shotgun recently because my new .22 wouldnt hold a group smaller than 4 inches at 50 yards. i guess i got spoiled by borrowing an anschutz from a relative. man do those shoot nice.

Long Shanks · 03-22-2008, 12:44 AM

Hi Cammo, Welcome to the sight. There are a lot of people in this group to help you out. There are many .22's that can do better than 4" at 50 yds. In fact I've never shot one that did'nt. You don't need a lot of money to get a decent shooter. It depends on your budget and what you want the gun to do. You can get lots of advice here.

GlockMeister · 03-22-2008, 12:48 AM

Hello and welcome to G&G. So you're looking for help and info on a good .22 rifle?
If that's the case, check out the Ruger 10/22s. The newer .17HMR and .17 Mach II are also good. But one can't beat the price of .22 ammo that;s for sure. And in truth, the price of the .17, either one, is up there.

cammo · 03-22-2008, 05:54 AM

i was not considering the 10/22 because here you can't hunt with semi autos. i was also not really considering the .17. Sure one wouldbe nice, but i dont really shoot long stuff and i prefer the much cheaper ammo for the .22. thanks for the advice though. im always open for suggestions.

about the groups in my .22. the suprising thing for me is that it is a remington 572. i too have never shot a .22 with groups this large before either, which is why i'm looking to buy a new gun.

CalifgirlinOk · 03-22-2008, 06:37 AM

Welcome to G&G cammo.........I like your avatar!!!!!!!!!!

.22hustler · 03-22-2008, 09:41 AM

Welcome, where about in PA are you???

7mmremmag1995 · 03-22-2008, 10:29 AM

welcome to G&G

HAWKEYE50 · 03-22-2008, 10:35 AM

Wellcome to the forum. I drove a semi through Penn. almost weekly for a year. I loved the mountains(unless I was heavy). You will find the gang pretty informitive.

cammo · 03-22-2008, 11:41 AM

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Originally Posted by .22hustler

Welcome, where about in PA are you???

the snowy part...lol
up near lake erie

.22hustler · 03-22-2008, 12:12 PM

I'm in the snowy part of NY, right on Lake Ontario. The reason I asked is I still have family in PA, mostly around the Pocono area. Very nice state, with gobs of wonderful scenery.

Earl Easter · 03-22-2008, 12:59 PM

Hey cammo welcome
From another PA Neighbor. Hope ya enjoy the site and good luck with that new .22 ya purchase. I have a old Glenfield Mod.25 made by Marlin firarms Co. with a Simmons scope 4X32....it whacks chipmunks at 75 yards no problem.lots of coons and peppy la pues. The bullets i use in it are Remington .22 longs 36 grain golden bullets,550's high velocity hollow points. They seem to be the best all around loads that vapor all varmints with a clean fast kill. Also i like them for targets. 99% of the shots are head shot with a instant down.

GlockMeister · 03-22-2008, 01:07 PM

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Originally Posted by cammo

I was not considering the 10/22 because here you can't hunt with semi autos. I was also not really considering the .17. Sure one would be nice, but I don't really shoot long stuff and I prefer the much cheaper ammo for the .22. thanks for the advice though. I'm always open for suggestions.

about the groups in my .22. the surprising thing for me is that it is a Remington 572. I too have never shot a .22 with groups this large before either, which is why I'm looking to buy a new gun.

What about bolt action?

cammo · 03-22-2008, 02:01 PM

they make them in bolt action?
all of the ones i have ever seen were semi auto so i assumed they all were.
well thats what i get for assuming....
im gonna look them up right now.

GlockMeister · 03-22-2008, 02:08 PM

Yes, there are others but here's a sample. This one comes in both .17 and .22. Of course you want the .22. And you can also find them in left handed if you need.
Ruger 77/17 & 77/22Bolt ActionRifles

Here's a .22 magnum in bolt action and left handed.
Savage 93GL .22 Magnum Left Hand Bolt Action Rifle w/ Accutrigger - Wal-Mart

In fact, here's the link to walmart.com. Already should be at the .22 rifles section for you.
Search results for bolt action.22 rifles - Wal-mart

If you specifically want a Ruger, in the Walmart search bar, type in Ruger bolt action .22 rifle and see if anything comes up, if they carry any that is, it should then.

cammo · 03-22-2008, 02:47 PM

thanks for the links. i looked them up and they were very good. i think i a starting to lean toward cz though. i have read much about them here and they are a very persuasive little gun.
how did you know i was left handed, you must be psychic or something... lol
i actually just learned how to shoot a left handed gun las month. i have begun to get into competitive shooting and the club i shoot at has a left handed gun that i can use. my first time shooting it i almost couldnt figure out how to work it it was sooo awkward. but now im getting the hang of it and am actually considering buying a left handed gun.
thanks again

GlockMeister · 03-22-2008, 03:02 PM

I didn't, but, figured I ought to put that in simply because you might be. Maybe there was a little psychic phenom. going on since I'm a southpaw myself, with rifles that is, revolvers/semi-auto pistols I shoot right-handed though. Weird isn't it?
As for CZ, they make a good product, both handgun and rifle so if that's what you're wanting, gopher it.
And glad I could help. If you do get one, post a picture. Talk 2 U l8tr.

knightRider · 03-22-2008, 04:14 PM

whickka bow wow

mosineer · 03-22-2008, 05:56 PM

Welcome to G&G!! Glad to have you aboard!! This is a great place to find and share information, Hope you enjoy the forums

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.22guy · 03-23-2008, 12:35 AM

Try some different types of ammo in your .22. You might find something it likes better. That would be cheaper than buying a new rifle.

Welcome to the site!

cammo · 03-23-2008, 08:45 AM

I tried that already. i tried about 6-7 different types and brands of ammo from cheap to not so cheap and the best result was 4 inch group. that was with remington mohawk rouds. the gun was heavily use when i got it so i think that may have something to do with it. i stripped it right down and cleaned it but to no avail.

03-21-2008, 10:43 PM	#1
cammo Registered User Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Pennsyltucky Posts: 12	greetings from pennsylvania Hi, I was looking for info on a .22 i was contemplating buying and i stumbled across this site. boy am i glad i did ive been browsing for about an hour and already found lots of useful info. i love to squirrel hunt and mostly with a shotgun recently because my new .22 wouldnt hold a group smaller than 4 inches at 50 yards. i guess i got spoiled by borrowing an anschutz from a relative. man do those shoot nice.

03-22-2008, 12:48 AM	#3
GlockMeister Senior Member Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: Northern Illinois Posts: 5,500	Hello and welcome to G&G. So you're looking for help and info on a good .22 rifle? If that's the case, check out the Ruger 10/22s. The newer .17HMR and .17 Mach II are also good. But one can't beat the price of .22 ammo that;s for sure. And in truth, the price of the .17, either one, is up there. __________________ I'd rather be tried by 12 than carried by 6!

03-22-2008, 05:54 AM	#4
cammo Registered User Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Pennsyltucky Posts: 12	i was not considering the 10/22 because here you can't hunt with semi autos. i was also not really considering the .17. Sure one wouldbe nice, but i dont really shoot long stuff and i prefer the much cheaper ammo for the .22. thanks for the advice though. im always open for suggestions. about the groups in my .22. the suprising thing for me is that it is a remington 572. i too have never shot a .22 with groups this large before either, which is why i'm looking to buy a new gun. Last edited by cammo; 03-22-2008 at 05:59 AM.

03-22-2008, 06:37 AM	#5
CalifgirlinOk Senior Member Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: Oklahoma Posts: 2,776	Welcome to G&G cammo.........I like your avatar!!!!!!!!!! __________________ "Most of the troubles in the world is caused by people wanting to be important". T.S.Eliot

03-22-2008, 10:29 AM	#7
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03-22-2008, 12:44 AM	#2
Long Shanks Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2008 Posts: 141	Hi Cammo, Welcome to the sight. There are a lot of people in this group to help you out. There are many .22's that can do better than 4" at 50 yds. In fact I've never shot one that did'nt. You don't need a lot of money to get a decent shooter. It depends on your budget and what you want the gun to do. You can get lots of advice here.

03-22-2008, 09:41 AM	#6
.22hustler Senior Member Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: New York Posts: 903	Welcome, where about in PA are you???

03-22-2008, 10:35 AM	#8
HAWKEYE50 Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: HOLLY MI Posts: 166 Blog Entries: 20	Wellcome to the forum. I drove a semi through Penn. almost weekly for a year. I loved the mountains(unless I was heavy). You will find the gang pretty informitive. __________________ "KEEPIN MY POWDER DRY"

03-22-2008, 12:12 PM	#10
.22hustler Senior Member Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: New York Posts: 903	I'm in the snowy part of NY, right on Lake Ontario. The reason I asked is I still have family in PA, mostly around the Pocono area. Very nice state, with gobs of wonderful scenery.

03-22-2008, 12:59 PM	#11
Earl Easter Senior Member Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: Pennsylvania Posts: 669 Images: 20	Hey cammo welcome From another PA Neighbor. Hope ya enjoy the site and good luck with that new .22 ya purchase. I have a old Glenfield Mod.25 made by Marlin firarms Co. with a Simmons scope 4X32....it whacks chipmunks at 75 yards no problem.lots of coons and peppy la pues. The bullets i use in it are Remington .22 longs 36 grain golden bullets,550's high velocity hollow points. They seem to be the best all around loads that vapor all varmints with a clean fast kill. Also i like them for targets. 99% of the shots are head shot with a instant down.

03-22-2008, 02:01 PM	#13
cammo Registered User Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Pennsyltucky Posts: 12	they make them in bolt action? all of the ones i have ever seen were semi auto so i assumed they all were. well thats what i get for assuming.... im gonna look them up right now.

03-22-2008, 02:08 PM	#14
GlockMeister Senior Member Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: Northern Illinois Posts: 5,500	Yes, there are others but here's a sample. This one comes in both .17 and .22. Of course you want the .22. And you can also find them in left handed if you need. Ruger 77/17 & 77/22Bolt ActionRifles Here's a .22 magnum in bolt action and left handed. Savage 93GL .22 Magnum Left Hand Bolt Action Rifle w/ Accutrigger - Wal-Mart In fact, here's the link to walmart.com. Already should be at the .22 rifles section for you. Search results for bolt action.22 rifles - Wal-mart If you specifically want a Ruger, in the Walmart search bar, type in Ruger bolt action .22 rifle and see if anything comes up, if they carry any that is, it should then. __________________ I'd rather be tried by 12 than carried by 6!

03-22-2008, 02:47 PM	#15
cammo Registered User Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Pennsyltucky Posts: 12	thanks for the links. i looked them up and they were very good. i think i a starting to lean toward cz though. i have read much about them here and they are a very persuasive little gun. how did you know i was left handed, you must be psychic or something... lol i actually just learned how to shoot a left handed gun las month. i have begun to get into competitive shooting and the club i shoot at has a left handed gun that i can use. my first time shooting it i almost couldnt figure out how to work it it was sooo awkward. but now im getting the hang of it and am actually considering buying a left handed gun. thanks again

03-22-2008, 03:02 PM	#16
GlockMeister Senior Member Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: Northern Illinois Posts: 5,500	I didn't, but, figured I ought to put that in simply because you might be. Maybe there was a little psychic phenom. going on since I'm a southpaw myself, with rifles that is, revolvers/semi-auto pistols I shoot right-handed though. Weird isn't it? As for CZ, they make a good product, both handgun and rifle so if that's what you're wanting, gopher it. And glad I could help. If you do get one, post a picture. Talk 2 U l8tr. __________________ I'd rather be tried by 12 than carried by 6!

03-22-2008, 04:14 PM	#17
knightRider Senior Member Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: you know where Posts: 2,683 Images: 19 Blog Entries: 11	whickka bow wow __________________ I'm part kalishnakov, part heckler and Koch.

03-22-2008, 05:56 PM	#18
mosineer Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: Southern Indiana Posts: 1,299	Welcome to G&G!! Glad to have you aboard!! This is a great place to find and share information, Hope you enjoy the forums *************************************************** All that is necessary for the triumph of evil is that good men do nothing**

03-23-2008, 12:35 AM	#19
.22guy Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2004 Posts: 4,157	Try some different types of ammo in your .22. You might find something it likes better. That would be cheaper than buying a new rifle. Welcome to the site! __________________ Guns: they are like baseball cards except they are cool and you can kill things with em. -Billy

03-23-2008, 08:45 AM	#20
cammo Registered User Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Pennsyltucky Posts: 12	I tried that already. i tried about 6-7 different types and brands of ammo from cheap to not so cheap and the best result was 4 inch group. that was with remington mohawk rouds. the gun was heavily use when i got it so i think that may have something to do with it. i stripped it right down and cleaned it but to no avail.