Sir_Macalot Posted May 31, 2012 Report Share Posted May 31, 2012 Hey guys, first post from me. I'm totally new to guns. I bought my first handgun 9 years ago when I honestly feared for my life. It was a 9mm Beretta 92fs. I still haven't ever fired it. The reason I joined this forum is because I honestly need some advice when it comes to selecting a .22 rifle. I have no idea what I'm doing. Can you guys recommend a thread or is this one okay?Thanks, and I'm excited to be here! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Microgunner Posted May 31, 2012 Report Share Posted May 31, 2012 Welcome Sir M.What do you plan to use this rifle for? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sir_Macalot Posted May 31, 2012 Author Report Share Posted May 31, 2012 Welcome Sir M.What do you plan to use this rifle for?well, i want to become proficient with a rifle and wanted something that didn't kick too hard. I'm also taking a page out of Max Brook's book "The Zombie Survival Guide". He recommended a .22 for it's lightweight, cheap and readily available ammo, and it's quieter. I've heard I'm supposed to make sure it's "centerfire"? Does the gun determine that or is that more about ammo? What is the most reliable .22 semi-auto, tactical rifle out there in your opinion? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lmao_37 Posted May 31, 2012 Report Share Posted May 31, 2012 Hi and welcome from the lubbock area :thumb: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sir_Macalot Posted May 31, 2012 Author Report Share Posted May 31, 2012 Thanks! Anyone have a recommendation on a .22 rifle? Ammo? Sight? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Microgunner Posted May 31, 2012 Report Share Posted May 31, 2012 I've heard I'm supposed to make sure it's "centerfire"? Does the gun determine that or is that more about ammo? What is the most reliable .22 semi-auto' date=' tactical rifle out there in your opinion? [/quote'] The 22lr cartridge is a rimfire and many "tactical rifles" are chambered for it. The centerfire 22s commonly used in AR-15s and such are .223 Rem / 5.56x45mm. Huge difference.I've owned a bunch of tactical 22s and my favorite so far is the CMMG that imschur turned me onto. Competitively priced and superior in quality to most.I'm partial to reflex sights on tactical style rifles for their fast pointing capabilities. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Madhouse Posted June 1, 2012 Report Share Posted June 1, 2012 Welcome fellow Texan!There are many great tactical rimfires out there, each and every one will come with personal opinions. So, here's mine. :) In the "tactical" realm, I highly recommend you look at the SigSauer 522.If you can stand to start off with a more "standard" style rifle, the 10/22 is probably the most configurable and customizable rifle out there. It is also one hell of a decent shooter right out of the box. Don't discount it just because it's not loaded with black plastic and pic rails all over it. :) Happy research / shopping !! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
techmike Posted June 1, 2012 Report Share Posted June 1, 2012 Welcome, and even though I am a huge Colt tac 22 owner/fan, Mr. Madhouse offered great advice - for around $200 one can get a new Ruger 10-22 and that is a great place to start! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BulletCushion Posted June 1, 2012 Report Share Posted June 1, 2012 Ditto :grin: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
asmurff Posted June 1, 2012 Report Share Posted June 1, 2012 Welcome to the group. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tal Posted June 1, 2012 Report Share Posted June 1, 2012 Welcome to the group and ditto to what my fellow posters have answered....The big difference....Go to Wal Mart and price ammo....200 rounds of 223 center fire is about $100.00550 rounds of 22lr rim fire is about $15.00I love shooting the 223, but the 22 rim fire is cheap enough that you can fire round after round, sharpening your skills for very little money, and from the sound of your post that's what you're after...BTW...I love my 92 FS as well...You need to take it out and shoot it... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
unforgiven Posted June 5, 2012 Report Share Posted June 5, 2012 Welcome from Indiana brother,10-22 is a good starting point. 8) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sir_Macalot Posted June 5, 2012 Author Report Share Posted June 5, 2012 thanks, all! I love the look of Smith and Wesson's M&P 15-22 rifle. Anyone have any experience with these? Nobody's mentioned it so I'm kind of unsure about buying one. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Madhouse Posted June 5, 2012 Report Share Posted June 5, 2012 Regarding the 15-22, also a quality rifle and a great shooter. I have one, shoot it quite a lot. Only issue I've ever had is with Remington golden bullets, which isn't with the rifle but the ammo. Only my GSG-5 feeds that stuff reliably. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
asmurff Posted June 6, 2012 Report Share Posted June 6, 2012 Welcome from Indiana brother,10-22 is a good starting point. 8)I'd agree with the 10/22, or a bolt action .22 since you are just starting, Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
techmike Posted June 8, 2012 Report Share Posted June 8, 2012 Nothing wrong with the S&W 15-22. Nice rifle. But check out THIS stock set for the 10-22.... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Microgunner Posted June 8, 2012 Report Share Posted June 8, 2012 You don't need no 10/22 starter kit.Jump right in up to your ears and start having all the fun now with the baddest assed Tactical 22 you can afford!And remember, there's no substitute for quality. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sir_Macalot Posted June 13, 2012 Author Report Share Posted June 13, 2012 You don't need no 10/22 starter kit.Jump right in up to your ears and start having all the fun now with the baddest assed Tactical 22 you can afford!And remember, there's no substitute for quality.so in your opinion, what is the "baddest assed tactical 22"? Going to shoot the S&W M&P 15-22 this weekend. I'll post pics Monday. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Microgunner Posted June 14, 2012 Report Share Posted June 14, 2012 so in your opinion, what is the "baddest assed tactical 22"? Going to shoot the S&W M&P 15-22 this weekend. I'll post pics Monday.I dunno.That's why I keep buying them.But to date my favorite is my CMMG Sierra upper installed on my S&W M&P lower into which I've installed a Timney trigger.Not my favorite rimfire but certainly my favorite "tactical 22". Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
techmike Posted June 16, 2012 Report Share Posted June 16, 2012 so in your opinion, what is the "baddest assed tactical 22"? Mine. :thumb: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Madhouse Posted June 17, 2012 Report Share Posted June 17, 2012 so in your opinion, what is the "baddest assed tactical 22?"One that I don't have ... yet. The Umarex HK 416, shot my buddy's a few weeks back, awesome. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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