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Looking for First Single Shot Recommedation
Aug 14th, 2015 at 7:45am
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I've been bitten by the single shot bug and am looking for recommendations for a first rifle.  I enjoy shooting offhand and have been thinking that I'd like to start with a .22 rimfire, possibly a BSA Martini but am unsure which version MKII, III, IV, or V would be best.  I'm also open to suggestions.  Is a .22 a good way to begin?  I like to shoot, not tinker so I'm looking for a gun that will shoot not a project.  Thanks,  Dr.J
  
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Reply #1 - Aug 14th, 2015 at 8:29am
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The Martini MkIII International is a good rifle to have. No tinkering and is a reliable rifle.

Then you start looking for a Centerfire rifle.  I'd suggest a Dehaas/Miller if you can find one.  Not cheap but then again NO tinkering and reliable.
Spend as much as you can afford or save up for a good rifle and it will be much more economical in the long run.

Same with scopes, buy a good scope instead of messing around trying this and that.

Been there done that.  Do not try to reinvent the wheel.


  
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Reply #2 - Aug 14th, 2015 at 10:30am
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I started with an Ithaca model 49.... Grin
  
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Reply #3 - Aug 14th, 2015 at 12:48pm
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Martini's are a good choice. I think you can find a competitive 22 with less trouble by choosing one. But, to know for sure, regardless of price, that it will have the accuracy to be at the top of the standings, you have to either see it shoot or have a lot of faith in the seller, if he says it's accurate and what ammo makes it accurate. W/o that, you buy a rifle and then start trying ammo to see what shoots the best, expensive tinkering.

As far as "tinkering" goes, I don't think you (or any shooter) will be exempt from that. Everyone that I know, is always looking for that next box, brick or case of ammo, that will either tighten the groups or keep that flier from happening. Not to mention that a case of ammo can cost you as much as a scope!

Me, I like tinkering, it makes my rifles unique to me and is a lot of fun, too.

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Re: Looking for First Single Shot Recommedation
Reply #4 - Aug 14th, 2015 at 2:55pm
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Consider investing in a CPA built for RF (22LR). When (not if) the day comes when you decide to get into center fire, CPA can supply a barrel with fore end, breech block and the proper extractor to install on your existing action. It probably sounds more difficult than it is. It's really easy and as many will attest the folks at CPA (Paul & Gail) will be there to help you achieve success after the sale. They are great folks to deal with. I speak from experience as I joined the single shot game just a couple of years ago and went that route. I must admit to having started with other rifles, none of which were competitive as purchased and required more "fiddling"than I was willing to provide. Also, I must admit to now having 3 CPAs, each of which is a match winner. Oh yes, I'm thinking of a BSA Martini MkII for a 100yard bench rifle. Shied away from the MkIII because of likely problems related to the barrel hanger. Lots to learn and it's lots of fun with plenty of help from fellow shooters on this forum. Enjoy.
  
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Reply #5 - Aug 14th, 2015 at 3:56pm
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I have several BSA's III, IV, and V and all are great rifles, I think my III is the best shooter. As for the hanger I know that is something that is mentioned as a possible problem but in almost 30 years of shooting around BSA's I have never seen one come loose. As far as a CPA that is a great choice as well and does give you that ability to move to CF. Good luck.
  
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Reply #6 - Aug 14th, 2015 at 4:24pm
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Thanks to everyone for your comments.  Dr.J
  
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Reply #7 - Aug 14th, 2015 at 5:57pm
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If you are looking for rimfire I would take a look for a stevens 44 too.   

My personal favorites, rimfire or cf, are Winchester 1885's but they will be more expensive than a stevens or bsa.
  
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Reply #8 - Aug 15th, 2015 at 12:17am
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Buy a CPA. Ready to go, good people, well supported, made in usa, they support the shooting sports, shoot well, can add barrels/calibers etc. The only proem with getting a CPA is you lose the excuse to buy any other gun
  
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Reply #9 - Feb 14th, 2016 at 5:56pm
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SBoomer wrote on Aug 14th, 2015 at 10:30am:
I started with an Ithaca model 49.... Grin


Me too, when I was 15, which was, uh, well, uh, a looong time ago.

It's in the safe as we speak. Need to take it out and shoot it.
  
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Depending on your budget, look for a nice old Winchester 1885. I've got 3 of them, and I really enjoy them. 2 rimfires, one centerfire.
  
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Re: Looking for First Single Shot Recommedation
Reply #11 - Feb 15th, 2016 at 9:20am
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A lot of this is how much money you have to spend. If you are just starting out and don’t know if your going to stay with it a Martini is a good way to go in .22 RF you can’t beat the dollar / accuracy ratio. 
  If you are well and truly bitten by the bug then step up and buy a CPA. They are infinitely changeable. If you want to start with .22 RF they will build you a rifle that will shoot. When you are ready to step up to centerfire you can add a centerfire breechblock and a barrel of your choice now you have a two gun set up and can shoot both RF and centerfire matches. 

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Re: Looking for First Single Shot Recommedation
Reply #12 - Feb 15th, 2016 at 3:24pm
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You can spend over $800 dollars on a good Martini II. Check out CMP for H&R .22 match singleshots.(Civilian Marksmanship Program) You need to be a member of NRA and a Club that supports CMP. Several always show up at gun shows. AS good as if not better than Winchester or Remington. john
  
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Re: Looking for First Single Shot Recommedation
Reply #13 - Feb 17th, 2016 at 5:44pm
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Zack T wrote on Aug 15th, 2015 at 12:17am:
Buy a CPA. Ready to go, good people, well supported, made in usa, they support the shooting sports, shoot well, can add barrels/calibers etc. The only proem with getting a CPA is you lose the excuse to buy any other gun


I received my CPA about two years ago with two barrels.  Sent it back to them last year for two more barrels (one a 22 rimfire).  I have two stocks and three forearms for the rifle.  One set for long range black powder shooting and the other set for Scheutzen.

So, since I have 4 barrels,  3 forearms and 2 butt stocks I really have 24 rifles (4 x 3 x 2 = 24)  When you consider I shoot them with both iron sights and scope I have 48 rifles.

I wish I had discovered CPA years ago.

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