22LR Bolt Gun - Action Recommendations

[Bobrobheimer]

I have gotten into the idea that a 22LR trainer would cool to have - especially with my range only going to 200yards. Would also be good to allow my kids to shoot more. I am currently in the Rem 700 clone world for my centerfire stuff and so I want to stick to that for the 22LR and use existing chassis.

From my research it seems the three main options would be:

1) Bergara B-14R barreled action,
2) RimX and then order a pre-fit
3) Vudoo Three 60 barreled action

Obviously the Bergara is the most cost effective option and as long as I don’t end up buying one of the more expensive options down the road would be my preference from an affordability and availability standpoint. That would leave more money for ammo and optic.

But I also am of the buy once cry once mentality. The RimX seems easier to get and from what I can tell seems pretty comparable to the Vudoo in terms of owner satisfaction.

Thoughts and recommendations?

 

[huntsman22]

The RimX has the best mags made, tho pricey.....

 

[waspocrew]

I went with the Bergara since it was priced right for me. I have several Rem 700 clones, so it was a good fit for an actual trainer. I set mine in another Manners stock I had, swapped trigger to a Triggertech like my other rifles and it's been great. Very accurate with CCI SV and SK Standard Plus.

 

[Bobrobheimer]

I put an order in for the B-14R heavy barreled actions. The price is too much less to ignore. Hopefully I don’t buy and cry again too soon!

 

[Nine Banger]

You'll be fine.

The barrel is really heavy as a trainer for a field gun tho.

Otherwise its good to go.