SrBanjo

Today is my 18th birthday. I was given some money for my birthday and was looking to buy a long gun of some sort. I've been thinking about getting a 10/22. I was going to buy a used one. What is a good price for a used 10/22? What should I look for in a used gun? Should I look for certain type of wear or abuse? I don't want to walk into the gun shop and buy a used gun blind. What do you guys usually look for when buying used guns? Specifically on a 10/22. Thanks.

Marine Division Two

Used in very good condition $175 Plus,Get a new one for $229 at Walmart,youll be glad you did,good luck.

shuvel

A good used 10/22 is hard to find. Since they hold their price so well, as Marine Division Two said get a new one. Some times Sports Academy has them a little cheaper than Walmart, but I like to check out my local dealer to see if he has one in stock. The local dealer will be able to help you with any issues you might incur with a first encounter of a 10/22.
They are excellent rifles, that group really well and are ready to give you a lifetime of service.
Good Luck

Diamond Jim

I would see about getting a handful of snap caps and load up a magazine with them. Basically make sure the rifle feeds and ejects ok by manually cycling the bolt. This is also a good way to be sure sure the action cycles smoothly, springs feel tight, etc. (this is pretty subjective--you kind of have to get a feel for it). Make sure there aren't any major rust spots, etc. It's also a good idea to take a light and shine it down the bore--make sure it's not pitted or rusty and the rifling looks fairly sharp. Also check the crown for excessive cleaning rod wear, dings, scratches, etc. because those will affect accuracy.

Mayor Al

All the above suggestions are good advice. I bought a used, but in like new condition (after I looked it over and checked the bore and receiver ) at an auction yesterday for less than $150. Keep your eyes open for a good used rifle . You can save some money if you shop carefully.

Lead Slanger

Appearance says a lot. When you look at my used guns, they look like new ones. Most likely, if they take care of the outside, they have taken care of the rest of it just as well. That being said, a blued gun is a lot easier to tell what kind of care was taken easier than a stainless gun.

SrBanjo

Thanks I really appreciate all the feedback. I've looked around for new 10/22's and they go for about $289 and up around here. As for looking for a used one, I'm just going to have to check at the next gun show. I can't seem to find one. Also my Wal-Mart does not sell guns.

SrBanjo

Thanks, I'll be sure to bring some snap caps with me.