Dave DeLaurant
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Some folks can do that with a semi-auto, too.
True. There are no bad choices here.
Some folks can do that with a semi-auto, too.
When you say 22 caliber, are your referring to .22 LR, .22 Magnum, or .223/5.56?New to wanting to own a gun also looking for a good first semi auto rifle for any where under 500$ not above though please. Wanting something fun to plink around with at a range. But also looking for something accurate & reliable. And also looking for something in a 22 Caliber. And also looking for something with a barrel length between 16' to 20" Inches. Thinking of a good AR-15 or something else any recommendations? Also have a good day everyone I'm new to the forums.
When you say 22 caliber, are your referring to .22 LR, .22 Magnum, or .223/5.56?
I always recommend a .22LR as a first rifle and the Ruger 10-22 is a good one to start with. I also prefer the Deluxe stock that doesn't have a barrel band...preferably, a bull barreled, Target model.
A person can learn to shoot well with an accurate .22LR, but more than that, it's still fun to shoot the .22LR, even after you've become more proficient. It's easy to add a scope, red dot sight or receiver sight on them, as your budget and expectations for accuracy and/or longer range develop.
I'd pass on the Mini, especially if it's a beater, until you've got your chops down. Many moons ago I scored one that was a working gun and bore the scars. Only good for 2-3 shots before groups opened up too much. Others have given great advice already so I won't add what's been said.I’d say for a semi
Sks
Ar-15
A beat up used mini 14
Ruger pc9
That’s about it in my mind under $500 for a new shooter
I don't own and don't really like AR-15s, but can appreciate the "Rambo feeling" it gives, especially to younger guys.Cool thanks. Would you at least recommend AR-15 Chambered in 22 for a first? Also has anyone heard of the TC/22 Competition to the ruger 10-22? Also would y'all recommend the AR from tippmann arms?
Also would y'all recommend the AR from tippmann arms?
Cool thanks. Would you at least recommend AR-15 Chambered in 22 for a first? Also has anyone heard of the TC/22 Competition to the ruger 10-22? Also would y'all recommend the AR from tippmann arms?
Nope.
A "real" AR with a CMMG conversion can use rimfire cartridges in your new AR. Saving the cost of another whole gun, and enabling inexpensive practice with the "real one".
I would just buy a rifle or perhaps a complete lower and upper. You want to shoot, not build, no?
I don't own and don't really like AR-15s, but can appreciate the "Rambo feeling" it gives, especially to younger guys.
My brother had a really nice M1 Carbine that I really loved when a teenager. It was very accurate and easy to use. The AR's I've picked up in stores, etc. don't have any appeal to me. They seem really cumbersome and not very ergonomic. If a person has been in the military and has used one a lot there, they probably work well for them, but I don't normally recommend them to new shooters. To each his/her own rifle style!