Thread: Looking for a new 22LRr rimfire

We must have polished/chopped 20 or more JW15s for people over the years. With a little QC finishing they are very effective wee hunters. Almost all under 0.5" groups at 50m at best - some of them under this. A chopped JW is one of my favorite worker 22s. Models to avoid - those branded Polytech, and many from GC.

Other useful makes to choose from - entry level Savages, Marlins esp 925/980 bolts - very sharp shooters, CZ/Brno, Toz 78, earlier Lithgow model 12, Winnie models 67/69 etc.

Be careful buying older or Euro models for frequent use as replacing parts (mags/springs/pin etc) can be a problem.

With worker 22s you can spend alot more and get less. Always a treat to own a beautifully finished rifle with nice timber etc - but they are not ideal for the working rifle role in and out of truck etc. We don't want to mark them. Mine stay in the closet for occasional use, and its the basic wee marlins/JWs that do the day to day duty - and do it very well.