10 SHOCKING Truths About .22 Ammo Most Gun Owners Never Know! video by Firearm Files.
Summary:
Rhett Callahan breaks down the technical nuances of .22 ammunition, ranging from proper storage techniques to selecting the right load for specific firearms. By analyzing caliber designations, rimfire priming processes, and bullet performance, the guide helps gun owners distinguish between reliable ammunition and potentially dangerous, mislabeled, or degraded supplies.
The Dirty Secret of .22 Rifle Prices in 2026! video by Guns and Gear.
Summary:
The .22 LR market is lying to you about price vs performance. Here are the top 10 best .22 LR rifles in 2026, ranked strictly by value and accuracy.
In this comprehensive review, we analyze the ten most popular rimfire rifles on the market to determine which models deliver genuine performance per dollar. We strip away the marketing hype to compare action types, barrel configurations, trigger weights, and out-of-the-box accuracy. From the heavy cold-hammer-forged barrels of precision bolt-actions to the lightweight polymer chassis of modern semi-automatics, we break down the engineering that actually matters. Whether it's the modularity of the 10/22 platform, the sniper-DNA of the Tikka T1x, or the user-adjustable AccuTrigger on the Savage Mark II, this data-driven ranking exposes which features justify their price tag and which are just expensive window dressing.
Finding the right .22 LR shouldn't require a guessing game. This guide helps you match the perfect rifle to your specific needs, whether you are hunting small game, training for centerfire precision matches, or just plinking at the range. By understanding the real-world capabilities of lever-action, semi-auto, and bolt-action platforms, you can make an informed decision based on reliability, ergonomics, and budget, ensuring your next rifle delivers consistent groups without breaking the bank.
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| Above, my Winchester 94 (top) in .30-30 and my Winchester 62A in .22 LR. Photo by Armand Vaquer. |
Like everything else these days, the cost of ammunition has gone up over the past few years. Some calibers cost around $1.00 per round and sometimes more.
With that being the case, target shooting with a .22 LR rifle is looking more and more economical. I happen to have two .22 LR rifles: a Winchester 62A that I inherited from my maternal grandfather and a Ruger 10/22 that I bought around 1984.
If one doesn't have a .22 LR rifle in their arsenal, an article by Field & Stream may be a big help in selecting one. It is on the best .22 LR rifles of 2026.
They begin with:
If you are an adult who likes to shoot or hunt, it’s hard to find completeness without a 22 LR rifle or two. Considered by many to be the most useful rifle in the world, a 22 rifle is perfect for target practice, hunting, competition shooting, and teaching others to shoot. And you can do all of that with ammunition that doesn’t cost you a dollar every time you pull the trigger.
There are many 22 rifles to choose from, and with modern manufacturing techniques, they’re getting more affordable each year. Affordability can be important when it comes to buying a 22 rifle, but other things—depending on what you want to use your 22 rifle for—matter as well. Here’s a look at seven of the best 22 LR rifles for just about any application.
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Is This The Most fun Rifle Ever Made? video by Hickok45.
Summary:
Hickok45 explores the capabilities of the iconic Ruger 10/22 rifle, demonstrating its function with both Butler Creek magazines and the newer Ruger BX-25 magazines. Various .22 Long Rifle ammunition types are tested against different targets, ranging from plastic bottles to metal plates, to assess reliability and performance.
10 Best-of-the-Best .22 Rifles — I Bet You Own One video by GunForge.
Summary:
What makes a rimfire truly unforgettable? In this video, we break down the Top 10 Legendary .22 LR Rifles that have earned their place in American history through unmatched reliability, brilliant engineering, and generation-spanning value.
Who is this for? If you are a senior looking for a low-recoil classic, a beginner stepping into the world of firearms, or simply someone who appreciates wood and steel, this guide to the Top 10 Legendary .22 LR Rifles offers insights you can trust. We are looking past the hype to examine the soul of these firearms and their real-world utility in your home or out in the woods.
4 Excellent .22 Rimfire Rifles For $200 or Less! video by mixup98.
Summary:
Ruger, Savage, Rossi and Derya (Rock Island) all make excellent .22 rimfire rifles that are inexpensive yet reliable and accurate. The Ruger is one of the most accurate .22 rifles that I have ever owned, shooting 3/4" groups at 50 yards with CCI MiniMag 40 grain round nose ammo.
mixup98 reviews four .22 rifles costing under $200, including a Ruger 10/22. Each rifle's features, performance with different ammo types.
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| Above, my grandfather's Winchester 62A pump action rifle. Photo by Armand Vaquer. |
Before I bought my Ruger 10/22 rifle, I primarily did target-shooting with my maternal grandfather's Winchester 62A .22 pump action rifle in the late 1970s and early 1980s.
The 62A is known as a gallery gun that took .22 short, .22 long and .22 long rifle cartridges. When I shot with it, I used .22 long rifle cartridges.
Based on the rifle's serial number, it was made in 1947.
It is a good firing gun. The video below will show how easy and quick one can shoot with it. The next time we go shooting (most likely in the spring), I will bring it along.
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| Above, my grandfather's Winchester 62A. Photo by Armand Vaquer. |
For the past few months, I was wondering what happened to my grandfather's Winchester 62A .22 S/L/LR pump rifle.
I used it for target practice back in the 1970s and early 1980s before I bought a Ruger 10/22.
It seems I had it in my gun safe the whole time. My dad had a number of rifles and they ended up in my gun safe after he passed away. One of them was the Winchester. It was in a cloth scabbard and I hadn't looked inside until today.
I checked the serial number and it indicates that the rifle was manufactured in 1947.
Also checked values of the Winchester 62A with True Gun Value and this is what they say:
WHAT IS A WINCHESTER 62A RIFLE WORTH?
A WINCHESTER 62A rifle is currently worth an average price of $736.49 new and $660.65 used . The 12 month average price is $736.49 new and $620.15 used.
The new value of a WINCHESTER 62A rifle has fallen $0.00 dollars over the past 12 months to a price of $736.49 . The used value of a WINCHESTER 62A rifle has risen $121.51 dollars over the past 12 months to a price of $660.65 .
The demand of new WINCHESTER 62A rifle's has not changed over the past 12 months. The demand of used WINCHESTER 62A rifle's has risen 7 units over the past 12 months.
