I bought my first gun in November, a Springfield XD. I think the bug bit me and I'm ready to learn how to shoot a rifle "properly." I shot 22's a few times as a kid at camp or behind my Uncle's house, but I've read about the Appleseed program and think I'd like to try that out.
It seems like the 10/22 is a pretty good choice. I wouldn't mind doing some mild tinkering with the gun at some point, so I think it's a better choice than a Marlin or Remington simply due to parts availability. I found a gun that I think looks good, except it has the 16.13" Compact barrel - Ruger 10/22 OD Green Rifle - It's the 1231 model.
Would that work ok for me at an Appleseed and then for general range shooting later? I like the upgraded stock over the standard synthetic or hardwood (and it already has sling studs) but I'm not sure that going for the shorter barrel is a decent idea. Whatta ya say?
It seems like the 10/22 is a pretty good choice. I wouldn't mind doing some mild tinkering with the gun at some point, so I think it's a better choice than a Marlin or Remington simply due to parts availability. I found a gun that I think looks good, except it has the 16.13" Compact barrel - Ruger 10/22 OD Green Rifle - It's the 1231 model.
Would that work ok for me at an Appleseed and then for general range shooting later? I like the upgraded stock over the standard synthetic or hardwood (and it already has sling studs) but I'm not sure that going for the shorter barrel is a decent idea. Whatta ya say?