njc110381 Posted October 10, 2007 Report Share Posted October 10, 2007 I'm looking at semi auto rimfires, I'm thinking I may get one when my cert arrives. I have experience of the Ruger 10/22 and I don't like it much! That leaves the CZ 511, and the Remmington 597 as good options. I really like the sound of the 597, but is it as good as it's made out to be? Also, does it come ready screwcut? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
08shooter Posted October 10, 2007 Report Share Posted October 10, 2007 yep the 597 does come screw cut. early models got apalling reports due to misfeed probs but it is supposed to be sorted with the last magazine they developed. they say it shoots better from the box than the 10/22 which a lot of people trick up. i went for the cz511 as it was well built sturdy little rifle . its accurate too.i have no misfeeds eitherwalnut humpback stock as standard.i believe they are now discontinued so you better be quick.better built than the 597 . the 511 trigger is slightly heavy its only downfall but its a great little workhorse. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
taffygun Posted October 10, 2007 Report Share Posted October 10, 2007 What was it you didn't like about the 10/22's :blink: http://www.nwcustomparts.com/ Build custom 10/22's and they are far from factory standard :blink: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
beatingisbest Posted October 10, 2007 Report Share Posted October 10, 2007 I would get a bolt action if i was you.... But the best semi automatic .22lr has to be the CZ511 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chunk Posted October 10, 2007 Report Share Posted October 10, 2007 I`ve got a 597, and have had no problems with it. VQhammer sorts the trigger pull for about 30 quid. Mine cycles well with cci subs. I`ve recently got the eagle hi cap mag from syss for 22 quid and it makes the 597 a fearsome plinking tool. :blink: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
njc110381 Posted October 10, 2007 Author Report Share Posted October 10, 2007 I'm looking at the auto for fun shooting at the club more than for field work. For accurate shooting I get on mch better with a bolt gun, but the HMR should cover that nicely. I know a guy who tunes Rugers for a living (and NW custom parts sounds very familiar, maybe that's his company?) so that could still be an option. I don't tend to go for tricked up kit though, so hopefully a near standard option is available. All this is just a thought, so there's no rush for me to make a decision! I just have this issue that I don't like the feel of the Ruger! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nicholiath Posted October 12, 2007 Report Share Posted October 12, 2007 I'm looking at semi auto rimfires, I'm thinking I may get one when my cert arrives. I have experience of the Ruger 10/22 and I don't like it much! That leaves the CZ 511, and the Remmington 597 as good options. I really like the sound of the 597, but is it as good as it's made out to be? Also, does it come ready screwcut? hi mate. I recently bought a remington 597 with moderator all in for £230! I have put loads of different types of subsonic ammo through it with no feed problems at all. All in all i am very pleased with it, it certainly blats bunnies well enough! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nicholiath Posted October 12, 2007 Report Share Posted October 12, 2007 I'm looking at semi auto rimfires, I'm thinking I may get one when my cert arrives. I have experience of the Ruger 10/22 and I don't like it much! That leaves the CZ 511, and the Remmington 597 as good options. I really like the sound of the 597, but is it as good as it's made out to be? Also, does it come ready screwcut? hi mate. I recently bought a remington 597 with moderator all in for £230! I have put loads of different types of subsonic ammo through it with no feed problems at all. All in all i am very pleased with it, it certainly blats bunnies well enough! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
steyrman Posted October 13, 2007 Report Share Posted October 13, 2007 dont touch the cz 511 mate ther **** for the want of a better word bought one brand new about 10 years back owned it for 7 and never once got it to zero i have a cz bolt and my son also cannot fault them Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
08shooter Posted October 13, 2007 Report Share Posted October 13, 2007 dont touch the cz 511 mate ther **** for the want of a better word bought one brand new about 10 years back owned it for 7 and never once got it to zero i have a cz bolt and my son also cannot fault them mine works a treat just my experience, Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hodmedod.one Posted October 13, 2007 Report Share Posted October 13, 2007 Before buying my Ruger 10/22 I wanted a look at a Remington 597. I asked at my local Gunsmiths and he told me that they are that much trouble that he refuses to stock them I bought the ruger, spent 30 quid on a decent trigger and love it Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jcbruno Posted October 13, 2007 Report Share Posted October 13, 2007 neil dont buy the remington 597 they are real **** my friend bought a new one and pure **** malfunctions etc rate out of the box in my opinion that seems to be the norm with remington latley some will disagree and i am sure the 870 pump and the 700 can be decent but i have even seen one of the sh-t the bed i have seen a high volume of remingtons lates **** and that is exactly what they are **** for semiauto 22's RUGER, CZ, Thompson Centerfire, and Browning or the old anchutz if you can find one Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
njc110381 Posted October 13, 2007 Author Report Share Posted October 13, 2007 Neil. How long ago were these guns bought buddy? Remington had a lot of problems with the mag feed on the early models, but that's supposedly been sorted out now? They used to be a real problem and wouldn't feed unless only half filled! The guns also jam from new sometimes after not that many shots because of the excess grease that is put on them at the factory. It mixes with the powder residue and gums up the action and safety catch. Once cleaned out for the first time they are supposed to be very reliable because there's no more grease for the crud to stick to. It's kind of p***ed on my bonfire hearing that you've experienced problems though Steyrman. I think this is the first time I've heard a serious complaint about a CZ too, maybe it was just an unlucky bad gun? As you say, the bolt actions are very good. It's been said that they only have an 8 shot mag too, which is bad for comp use. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chunk Posted October 13, 2007 Report Share Posted October 13, 2007 The older 597`s did have problems but they were magazine related. If they are the gen 3 mags (10 inside a circle on the side) they`ll be fine. The bolt runs on tool steel bars, and should be run dry. Mine is no less reliable than my mates 10/22. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
apbuild Posted October 13, 2007 Report Share Posted October 13, 2007 Ruger 10/22 stainless synthetic for sale. This is a highly accurate self-loader due to the Rim-fire magic, match chambered barrel. I have used this rifle for target and rabbit shooting for about six years with great success. Hogue stock, 'Rimfire magic' match chamber barrel screwcut for moderator, Volquartsen trigger assembly, auto bolt release, Bolt has been machined for easier cycling of sub-sonic ammo, Volquartsen bolt spring, Volquartsen bolt buffer, four ten shot magazines. The only original bits left on this rifle are the receiver and the bolt. Some spares also included. Great accurate little semi auto. PM me for info mate. Rob. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Floating Chamber Posted October 13, 2007 Report Share Posted October 13, 2007 The vintage Remington 550A. The rifle with a floating chamber that can handle .22 short, .22 long and .22 long rifle interchangeably and without adjustment. God Bless Carbine Williams! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
steyrman Posted October 13, 2007 Report Share Posted October 13, 2007 Neil. How long ago were these guns bought buddy? Remington had a lot of problems with the mag feed on the early models, but that's supposedly been sorted out now? They used to be a real problem and wouldn't feed unless only half filled! The guns also jam from new sometimes after not that many shots because of the excess grease that is put on them at the factory. It mixes with the powder residue and gums up the action and safety catch. Once cleaned out for the first time they are supposed to be very reliable because there's no more grease for the crud to stick to. It's kind of p***ed on my bonfire hearing that you've experienced problems though Steyrman. I think this is the first time I've heard a serious complaint about a CZ too, maybe it was just an unlucky bad gun? As you say, the bolt actions are very good. It's been said that they only have an 8 shot mag too, which is bad for comp use. yeah mate that maywell be the case and the 8 mag is no good as you said Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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