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 Which Rimfire to get?
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10/22/13 10:34 PM
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Hirogen
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Currently the only rimfire I own is a single shot Cooey 22LR that dates to the 1930s. It has been a decent gun but I want to replace it. I am currently thinking 22 WMR or 17 HMR.
I was considering 17 WSM but the choices for this are pretty limited right now.
I have traditionally been a bolt action kind of guy but could be convinced to go another route. Primary use will be varmits and small game.
My budget is $600 for gun and scope. What do you recommend?
Never violate a woman, nor harm a child. Do not lie, cheat or steal. These things are for lesser men. Protect the weak against the evil strong. And never allow thoughts of gain to lead you into the pursuit of evil.
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Re: Which Rimfire to get?
[Re: Hirogen]
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10/22/13 10:43 PM
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bjones2571
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Re: Which Rimfire to get?
[Re: Hirogen]
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10/22/13 10:44 PM
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texasdude28
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Get a Savage 17 HMR and you can get a nice scope to top it off.
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Re: Which Rimfire to get?
[Re: texasdude28]
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10/22/13 10:46 PM
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Varget 7-08
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10/22 is fun with copious aftermarket.
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Re: Which Rimfire to get?
[Re: Varget 7-08]
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10/23/13 02:00 AM
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Big Grouper
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CZ 452 no question. Amazing rifle for the money!
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Re: Which Rimfire to get?
[Re: HighPriest]
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10/23/13 02:19 AM
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FroggerZack
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I'm thinking .17 WSM after it comes out in something beside a Savage!
A CZ would be awesome!
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Re: Which Rimfire to get?
[Re: FroggerZack]
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10/23/13 03:26 AM
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Colt W. Knight
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I really want a 17 WSM, but I am not hearing good things about ammo consistency. Plus, I think the Savage B-mag is ugly. Hope they get ammo worked out, and more attractive rifles available.
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Re: Which Rimfire to get?
[Re: Colt W. Knight]
#4684095
10/23/13 08:38 AM
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I have fun with my 150 dollar mossberg 817 17 hmr every time i take it out.
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Re: Which Rimfire to get?
[Re: panthehandle]
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10/23/13 02:18 PM
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MO
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I am seriously considering a MGM barrel in 17 WSM for
my contender.
$350 plus 20 shipping and I already have frames and stocks.
MO
 MY BACKYARD , 20,000 ACRES , NO MOWING 
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Re: Which Rimfire to get?
[Re: MO]
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10/23/13 02:34 PM
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MO
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Volquartsen will start taking orders for a semi-auto in 17 wsm
at the shot show in 2014. I would expect it to be pricey.
Mo
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Re: Which Rimfire to get?
[Re: MO]
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10/23/13 02:49 PM
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ccoker
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I love CZ rimfires
I have a scout for the kids with a 2-7 Weaver rimfire scope and mine is the American with a 3-9 Weaver rimfire
both will put rounds in the same hole at 50 yards with ammo they like.
I did the Brooks trigger job to both with my American being set lighter.
I shot it Sunday for the first time in about 5 years out to 100 yards, I love that rifle!
I had a 17HMR from them when the round first came out and it was a shooter as well.
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Re: Which Rimfire to get?
[Re: Hirogen]
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10/25/13 03:15 AM
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Mickey Moose
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Already having a 22 in your collection, go for a 17.
Last edited by Mickey Moose; 10/25/13 03:15 AM.
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Re: Which Rimfire to get?
[Re: panthehandle]
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10/25/13 03:36 AM
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Colt W. Knight
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I have fun with my 150 dollar mossberg 817 17 hmr every time i take it out. I have an 817 I bought in 2007 for 99$. I have had a lot of fun shooting it as well.
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Re: Which Rimfire to get?
[Re: Colt W. Knight]
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10/25/13 04:01 AM
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Hirogen
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Thanks for the feedback so far. Based on responses so far I have narrowed the field to 2 contenders:
CZ 17HMR
Savage 93R17 (laminate with stainless barrel)
Scope to be a 3-9x - best that the budget affords
Never violate a woman, nor harm a child. Do not lie, cheat or steal. These things are for lesser men. Protect the weak against the evil strong. And never allow thoughts of gain to lead you into the pursuit of evil.
-The Iron Code of Druss the Legend
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Re: Which Rimfire to get?
[Re: Hirogen]
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10/25/13 05:28 PM
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I just bought the Savage 93R17 with thumbhole stock and bull barrel. Stuck a Nikon Prostaff 4-12x40 on it and couldn't be happier with the combo. It's lights-out accurate. I've never personally shot a rifle that could hold these groups at 100 yards. 17 HMR seems to be a great all-around varmint round, and Savage makes a killer rifle for the money.
What is the price difference between the Savage and CZ? I can't imagine the CZ being superior in any technical aspect.
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Re: Which Rimfire to get?
[Re: patriot07]
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10/25/13 08:24 PM
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Nathan Nelson
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I just brought home a Ruger American 22. It has a fantastic trigger and I really like the adjustable stock. Out the door it was $245. Still need to put a scope on it but it is a pretty neat gun.
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Re: Which Rimfire to get?
[Re: Nathan Nelson]
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10/25/13 08:33 PM
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HuntnFly67
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I like my Browning T-Bolts.
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Re: Which Rimfire to get?
[Re: Hirogen]
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10/26/13 01:06 AM
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Mickey Moose
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...2 contenders:
CZ 17HMR
Savage 93R17 (laminate with stainless barrel) Savage
Social Engineering is easy like taking candy from a baby.
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Re: Which Rimfire to get?
[Re: Mickey Moose]
#4691653
10/26/13 01:42 AM
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GusWayne
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If you don't have a Ruger 10-22 I recommend getting one.
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