Ruger 10/22 Rifle

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chabla

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i know this is not a survival oriented question but i know some of you guys are hunters and shooters but here it is anyways: i am 14 and i want to get my first gun i was looking at the Ruger 10/22 any model would be fine for me, i would want it for small game hunting and target shooting. i have my hunting license and i want to join my high schools rifle team next year, what are so ways i can convince my parents to let me get the rifle?

Thanks in advance for your help.
 
Parents are hard if they are the "you'll shoot your eyes out" types. Those type never been around firearms and are afraid of them. If they are the welcome to the club type no problem. As for the Ruger a great first choice, it was mine and I still enjoy it.
 
The 10/22 is certainly a popular .22, and for a reason. It's also hugely modifiable to whatever task you want to use it for (hunting to camping to target work). It would make a fine first rifle.

I might also recommend looking into a simple bolt action .22, as (in my experience) these can be better to learn on. You will learn a bit of trigger discipline after having to cycle the bolt after each shot, and you'll save a little on ammo (not that it's a big issue with .22's). CZ and Savage are two companies that make good .22 bolt guns. I might also check with your school's rifle team to see what they use, you might be able to pick up a similar model.

Here's a Savage:
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As far as your parents, I would find whichever one might be most responsive and take your case to them. But have your junk together!!!! That means have an explanation clearly planned out that you can give them, stating exactly why you want the rifle and what you're going to do with it. Make sure they know you intend to get training with it right away. Tell them how you'll safely lock/store the rifle when you're not using it. Tell them about wanting to join the rifle team eventually. Either way, I'd let them know that you're being responsible about it, educating yourself about it, being safe, and that you're coming to them first for permission instead of just jumping into it.

Worst case scenario is that you'll have to wait a few years until you're out of the house and working under your own rules (though I know that seems like an eternity away).
 
A 10/22 is a fine rifle but being semi automatic you have to check your laws to see if you can hunt small game with it. Although the ruger is a fantastic little gun maybe you should choose a bolt action and resist the urge to just spray and make each shot count a bolt action or a single shot will do that for you. What gun is your high school shooting team using ? Also it might be easier to convince your parents to let you get a gun if it is not semi auto. I learned on an old single shot that the extracter was broken off and had to use my pocket knife to pop the shell case. What it taught me was to make my first shot count cause I was not getting a second one. They are not going to stop making 10/22 it will be there later and they are a great little gun. Just remember to be safe bad things with guns can happen fast and there is no rewind button. Take gun safety seriously and the shooting and the outdoors lifestyle will keep rewarding you your whole life.. GOOD LUCK and shoot straight
 
well first tell ur parents u dont hav any friends, then tell them u want to join a team to make friends, and then say u want to join the shooting team (to make friends of course), lol... truthfully i hav no clue how id tell my parents that
 
The 10/22 is a fine rifle for hunting and plinking. When it comes to competition shooting, you'll either have to sink some money into that 10/22 or, opt for another rifle.

If you'd like a rifle that can do all three well and be as accurate as you'll get for the money, look at the CZ 452.

http://www.cz-usa.com/products_rimfire_rifles.php

As for your parents, do they shoot? Spend some time showing an honest interest in the shooting sports. Show them that you can be responsible.
Tell them about the school rifle team and take them to an event/match so they can see for themselves that there are strict safety rules and that others are enjoying themselves in a safe manner.

HTH,
Chris
 
Not fully understanding your situation...so I'll draw an inference or two...I'll spill out what I'm thinking and you can use the suggestions one at a time or take them all...I"m just brain dumping so here it goes.

Suggestions:

1. Ask your dad to attend sine professional firearms training together as a Father/Son series of activites. If dad can't or won't do this then ask mom. Or better yet all of you go as a "family" event. Since you have a hunting license I'm surmising you've already graduated from Hunter's Ed. So go to the next level class with your dad. Sell it as a father/son "bonding" gig...during the class prove to your father you're responsible enough to purchase a 10/22 and use it under supervised conditions until you reach an age of accountablity satisfactory to your parents. Show them by your behavior and actions you're serious about gun safety and taking on the neccessary responsiblity to own a firearm.

2. Suggest to them that the 10/22 will be locked 24/7/365 and your parents have the key until such time they feel you've earned their trust and respect to possess a key.

3. If suggestion #1 bombs then ask your parents if you can attend additional training by yourself or with a buddy or buddy's parent.

Start with training first before you even mention the "I want a rifle" line...show them you're serious and willing to become responsible. Even if you can't get the rifle (for now) the training will be valuable for the rest of your life and at such time you can purchase your first rifle you'll be ahead of the game!

Remember: "Knowledge and skills are light in the backpack and not easily left behind." Knowledge and skills are something you can give away without having to replace. Learning/training is one of the keys to unlocking your future - in any endeavor!
 
thanks guys a lot of you have been very help full. i got my rifle shooting merit badge at boy scout camp and shoot a .22 an hour everyday for a week i can also use that as a point knowing that there are many safety rules i learned on the range. also thanks for the info about the lever action rifles i might go for one of those they seem better to look at than a semi-auto in my parents eyes. any other rifle suggestions besides the ruger?
 
Man I was in the exact same position like 12 years ago. It took a little convincing but I was a pretty responsible kid and had mowed lawns and whatnot around the neighborhood to earn the money myself. I finally got to buy the rifle on the terms that my dad would keep it locked up and we would go shoot it together. We would go out every few weeks and shoot and i was careful to obey the standard firearms safety rules. Eventually I just started taking the rifle out myself and nobody seemed to notice. So I guess you should try to earn the money yourself if you haven't already, show a lot of responsibility and perseverance toward getting the rifle. Also a bolt action will be a lot better for you to start out on if you plan on being a good shot, and my 10/22 was never very accurate. Those cz's are just the ticket for you. Spend a couple summers shooting small game with one of those while you practice breath control, sight picture, cheek weld, and natural point of aim and pretty soon you'll be a damn surgeon with the thing.
 
Just a thought, but join the rifle team first. Then you have a valid reason, but, it would be for a nice bolt action, since semi's (used to be), not allowed.

Doesn't matter. Get the first one and the rest is downhill.:cool:

You have to show your parents something first.

Rob
 
The Ruger is not accurate out of the box, but is a rugged little auto .22 that won't jam as often as many others. Tons of aftermarket stuff to enhance, but I agree with most posts that, for accuracy, a bolt would be better. Here's mine out for a ride last weekend in an Eberlestock gun scabbard molled to a Maxi Vulture. it does make for a fun day of plinking and shooting at critters :)

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Make the team
Save money
Tell Mom and Pops you would like to get one
For accuracy I would get a bolt action

I think this would be the best way to go but the hardest because you would have to be patient. As a benfit you can see what the other guys/gals are shooting or want to be shooting. It would be crappy to get a brand new rifle just to find out that it isnt the one you want/need.
 
chabla said:
hey if i were going to get a CZ 452 what model do you think would suit me best?
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First, find out if the rifle team allows you to use your own rifle. Because it is through the school system, there may be requirements set down by the state or the school board regarding the inspection and condition of the rifles used. They may need to be certified. That usually means you'll be using a rifle that is issued, maintained and sent for periodic inspection by the school or governing body.

If they allow you to use your own rifle, and scopes are used, the CZ452 American. If open sights are required, get the Lux.

Avoid the Varmint model or any other heavy barrel if you intend to use it for hunting. Lugging a heavy barreled rifle through the woods gets old, real fast.

Chris
 
I got a 10/22 when I turned 13. I pawned it when I was a dumb broke college student. I have since bought another and it is a fantastic firearm. I have a couple dozen guns. The nice thing about the Ruger is that it is as accurate as most shooters, it is fun, reliable and there are tons of add ons - oh and they are cheap. It can grow with you and they are a lot of fun to work on. Mine currently has a Hogue overmolded olive drab stock with a Tactical Solutions flutted bull barrel, matte black with an olive drab compensator. It has a Leupold Var XII 3x9 (an extra as my big hunters now wear Zeiss). I plan on upgrading the trigger. Don't be alarmed though, straight out of the box they are a great tool. Lastly, every Walmart has them or can get them for you. Also pawn shops usually have several. Check your Walmart prices first.

As for your parents, if they shoot it is a no brainer, they should be happy to have a shared interest. If not, try to get one interested and make it quality time as you learn together.

Don't let anyone kid you, semi autos are more fun especially in 22 where the ammo is cheap and the targets are plentiful. I actually set up a 22lr "action" rifle and pistol course at the farm in Alabama when it isn't hunting season.

Good luck,
tjg
 
The Ruger 10/22 may not be a target rifle but it's unbeatable for reliability and plenty accurate for small game hunting. I have had several and didn't waste any extra money changing it. They shoot great from the box.
 
Get it - The 10/22 is a keeper and best bang for the buck. Remember it is the shooter, not necessarily the gun that makes you a marksman. Don't fall into the common view that that you have to spend big $ to have an accurate gun. Buy a 10/22 and run a few bricks through it. You will not regret it.

MD
 
The 10/22 is a good choice per your perimeters you outlined as long as your definition of "target shooting" doesn't include winning the big prize at Camp Perry.

Besides the AR system the Ruger 10/22 is the "Erector Set" of rifles. There are so many things you can do to it to enhance it depending upon your needs/objectives. 10/22's are used on the pro & amatuer circuit for some 3 gun matches and with the right ingrediants can be highly accurate.

Out of the box with a stock trigger they are acceptable for hunting, plinking and more informal target shooting.

Ah, but what the heck do I know?
 
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