.22 LR recommendation

[Midwestwaterfowl]

I got an itch for a new squirrel rifle and am open to suggestions. Right now I’m between tikka t1x and cz457. My 17 HMR is a cz452 and I like it, but I’m really interested in the tikka. If anyone has experience with either, or a different rifle I oughta be lookin at I’d appreciate it. Thanks

 

[Mike Islander]

For squirrel? I use a short (16.5" barrel) little Ruger 10/22 with a fixed 4x scope. I run it without the tripod and suppressor normally. Sounds like you want something a bit more fancy. Good luck!

 

[wilydawg]

Looks like you're favoring a bolt action. If you're open to autos, it's pretty tough to beat a Ruger 10-22...

 

[Midwestwaterfowl]

Thanks guys, I should have specified bolt action. I’ve already got an auto and lever action, just lookin to round out the collection with a bolt. Mike that is a sharp Ruger.

 

[Mike Islander]

Thank you. I normally run it on a sling for squirrels.

 

[elkguide]

I have "several" .22's and am very partial to each of them.
Of the 2 you mentioned, the CZ wins hands down. In a bolt action I really like the Ruger 77/22.

You didn't mention the old, venerable pump actions. Probably my favorite .22 (tied with the 10/22 Ruger) would be a Model 61 Winchester. If you ever find one, grab it quickly. That little pump is just a fun, accurate rifle.

 

[Midwestwaterfowl]

Elkguide, I forgot about the 77/22, I don’t see many for sale around my area. I always liked the ones with the boat paddle stocks on em. My dad has my grandpas old model 61 in his safe. I haven’t shot it in a while, But I’ll have to borrow it soon now that you reminded me of it.

 

[rayporter]

get another 452!!!

unless you want a pig in poke.

 

[edwards.tj]

Savage mark2. I have shot many squirrels with it and my current record is 109 yards however it did take 3 shots to get there.


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[charliebravo77]

T1x gets my vote:

Tikka T1X Hunting by charliebravo77, on Flickr

Tikka T1X Range day by charliebravo77, on Flickr

Tikka T1X Range day by charliebravo77, on Flickr

To be clear, the above was a comparison between my T1x and a Savage MkII-BV (heavy barreled laminate stock) from the bench at 25 yards with a few different ammo choices.

 

[rodney482]

Browning T-Bolt

 

[dla]

Groups shot at 10 feet?

 

[charliebravo77]

25 yards, I was rushing and I'm pretty sure the gun can do better.

 

[Formidilosus]

T1x 10 round groups, 50 yards.

 

[Desk Jockey]

If you want cheap, I have been pleasantly surprised by my little Ruger American. It isn’t in the league with the other guns mentioned here in terms of fit but it is fairly accurate for 1/2 to a 1/3 the price.

 

[Midwestwaterfowl]

Browning T-Bolt

I was lookin at a T bolt, the first real nice .22 I ever shot was my uncles old T bolt. I’ve handled the new ones and am not a real big fan of the trigger.

 

[Midwestwaterfowl]

Looks like the tikkas really shoot. I’m going to have to find one locally to get my hands on. I just wish they didn’t have that big goofy magazine hanging out the bottom. I’m not really looking at the savages or Americans right now.

 

[wildcat33]

Tikka 50 shot group at 50yrds. CCI blazer.

 

[rodney482]

I was lookin at a T bolt, the first real nice .22 I ever shot was my uncles old T bolt. I’ve handled the new ones and am not a real big fan of the trigger.

Replacement or give the factory one a little tlc

 

[rodney482]

Find you a Remington Nylon
35 yds with iron sights