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Introduced in 2004, the Ruger 10/22 Rifle has a longer barrel and slimmer stock than the Carbine, but it has the same outstanding features.

The Remington 597 offers good performance at a reasonable price.

As in the case of selecting an automobile, when it comes to selecting a firearm, personal preference plays an important role including with this author. I know one individual who used to stoutly proclaim, “I would rather walk than ride in a Ford!” In retrospect, I should have responded with, “Get out of my car!” I know another who insists, “Chevrolets are junk!” Well, we all have our preferences. The truth is that within the parameters of size, weight, and price most firearms are likely to prove satisfactory, and that is why many models have been produced by the millions. Even some inexpensive models have been passed down for a couple of generations and continue to function well.

Youth Rifles

Throughout the history of the 22 rimfire, it has been the caliber most often selected for the first firearm for youthful shooters. Single-shot rifles of smaller proportions became known as the “boys rifles” which were popular in the late 1800s and early 1900s. Although they were made in a variety of types, perhaps the most familiar was the falling block. This type of action has a lever located behind the trigger guard or as an extension of the trigger guard. When the lever is pulled downward, a block located behind the breech moves downward exposing the chamber into which a single cartridge is loaded. These rifles have a visible hammer with a safety notch but no other safety. One rifle of this type is the Stevens Favorite, which was one of the most popular models.