SnipeHawk1973

sweet video, it makes alot of sense...thanks!

Let me preface by saying that I have read hundreds of reviews and I am merely detailing my own personal experience. My weapons experience: novice - this is the first gun I have owned. I thought it would be a good entry level weapon. I choose this Mossberg 715T, because of the AR-style without the AR price tag [i paid $269.00 at Dunham's]. Prior to use, I did clean and oil the barrel; I did not "strip" the weapon down. I am also using the 25 round magazine, along with two 10 round magazine. Although I did experience difficulty loading the 25 rounder, I did manage to get 25 rounds in it nonetheless. {see my post on loading the 25 round magazine.} The 10 rounders loaded easily. I am using CCI - stingers and mini-mags. Range Results: I went to an outdoor range with my two boys who are seven and 10. Let just say, our first experience at a rifle range could not have been better! We shot at the Rose Lake State Game and Wildlife range managed by the DNR and there is no fees to shoot there. The DNR Range Master was very friendly and helpful - he even gave my kids a free t-shirt! So cool! We set-up at the 25 yard sites. We put a couple hundred rounds through the rifle with no feeding issues or fail-to-fires. The sights were fairly accurate out of the box, but adjustments are certainly needed. I did not take the time to zero in my sights as I was just enjoying my time with my boys, and we were doing pretty good as is. Certainly a fun time had by ALL - and in the end, isn't that what it is all about! ? ! At this point I am VERY happy with my purchase. I did clean the barrel once again when I got home. Wondering if a complete tear down is necessary, and if so...when ? For the price I think this is a really fun plinker or target shooting rifle. I hope this is helpful if you are considering purchasing a tactical .22. Feel free to email me with any questions! Happy Shooting! ~SnipeHawk

I've got the Flat-Top version...still trying to decide on a scope...looks great, thanks for sharing!

I am the proud owner of the 715t flat-top. If you are having problems loading the 25 round magazine, like I did, here is a quick fix: Take a screw drive and guide the spring down, this allowed me to quickly load the magazine! Happy Shootin' Jason