Rimfire guides
Cross-rifle guides with quick answers, tables and cited sources.
Tikka T1x vs CZ 457 vs Bergara BMR/B-14R vs Ruger American Rimfire
Tikka T1x vs CZ 457 vs Bergara BMR/B-14R vs Ruger American Rimfire: MSRPs, specs, triggers, magazines, aftermarket and which bolt .22 fits you.
22 LR ammo testing for the T1x and CZ 457: CCI SV, SK, Eley, Lapua (50 and 100 yd)
Which .22 LR ammo groups best in a Tikka T1x or CZ 457? Published 50/100 yd data for CCI SV, SK, Eley and Lapua Center-X/Midas+, and how to lot-test.
Rimfire chassis and full precision builds for T1x and CZ 457: MDT, KRG, Grey Birch, XLR
Best chassis for the CZ 457 and Tikka T1x: MDT ORYX, XRS and ACC, KRG Bravo, Grey Birch La Chassis and XLR Element compared, with drop-in install, torque and balance tips.
Best rimfire suppressor hosts: T1x and CZ 457 with Mask, BANISH 22, Take Down, Sparrow
Suppressed T1x and CZ 457 setups: Dead Air Mask, BANISH 22, TBAC 22 Take Down and SilencerCo Sparrow compared on weight, published dB, first-round pop and subsonic ammo.
NRL22 Base division: rules and budget setups under $1,500
NRL22 Base division explained ($1,650 MSRP cap for rifle plus scope, what counts as an accessory) with sample setups under $1,500 for the T1x, CZ 457, Bergara BMR and RAR.
CZ 457 and Tikka T1x barrel and trigger upgrades: Lilja/Area 419 prefits, YoDave, Timney, TriggerTech
CZ 457 and T1x barrel and trigger upgrades: Area 419 Lilja prefits, CZ factory barrel sets, YoDave springs, Timney and JARD for CZ, TriggerTech and Timney for T1x, with prices.
Tikka T1x as a T3x trainer: what matches and what doesn't
Using a Tikka T1x as a T3x trainer: shared T3x Lite/UPR stock footprint, T3x triggers and accessories, the differences (mags, weight, bolt), and how to set up a matched pair.
Rimfire optics and mounting: Tikka T1x Picatinny vs CZ 457 11 mm dovetail, best FFP scopes for NRL22
How to mount a scope on a Tikka T1x (11 mm dovetail or T1x Picatinny rail) or CZ 457 (11 mm dovetail rings or Pic rail), MOA cant, ring height, and the best FFP scopes for NRL22.
T1x and CZ 457 troubleshooting: Tikka magazines and feeding, extraction, CZ cold-bore flyers
Fix common T1x and CZ 457 problems: T1x last-round feeding and the ejector wire, T1x magazine care, weak extraction, and CZ 457 cold-bore flyers, using owner-reported fixes.
Small-game and varmint setups for the T1x and CZ 457, including suppressed hunting
Squirrel, rabbit and varmint setups for the Tikka T1x and CZ 457: .22 LR vs .17 HMR, ammo, scopes, suppressed hunting with subsonic loads, shot distances and carry weight.
Budget rimfire builds under $1,000: T1x, CZ 457, Savage, Ruger American, Bergara BMR
Budget bolt-action .22 builds under $1,000 including scope: Savage Mark II FV-SR, B22, Ruger American Rimfire, Bergara BMR, CZ 457 and T1x options, with parts lists and honest trade-offs.
Savage Mark II vs Savage B22 vs Ruger American Rimfire: which budget bolt .22?
Savage Mark II FV-SR vs B22 FV-SR and B22 Precision vs Ruger American Rimfire: maker MSRPs, triggers, magazines, mounts, weight, published groups and which to buy.
Tikka T1x vs Ruger 10/22: bolt-action precision vs the classic semi-auto
Tikka T1x vs Ruger 10/22: bolt vs semi-auto, MSRPs, barrels, triggers, magazines, aftermarket, trainer value, accuracy reports and which .22 to buy first.
CZ 457 vs Ruger 10/22: which .22 should you buy?
CZ 457 vs Ruger 10/22: bolt vs semi-auto, CZ-USA and Ruger prices, swappable barrels vs huge aftermarket, youth options, accuracy reports, hunting and NRL22.
Best .22 bolt-action rifles by budget (2026): from $231 to custom actions
Best .22 bolt-action rifles by budget for 2026: Mossberg 802, Savage Mark II and B22, Ruger American and Precision Rimfire, CZ 457, Tikka T1x, Bergara, Sako, Anschutz, Vudoo and RimX.
Best first .22 and youth rifle: Crickett, Rascal, Henry Mini Bolt, CZ 457 Scout, Ruger American Compact
Best first and youth .22 rifles: Keystone Crickett, Savage Rascal, Henry Mini Bolt, CZ 457 Scout and Ruger American Rimfire Compact, compared by length of pull, weight, safety and price.
CZ 457 vs Tikka T1x aftermarket: barrels, chassis, triggers, mags and mounts compared
How deep are the CZ 457 and Tikka T1x aftermarkets? Part counts by category from our tracked database, key brands, what each platform lacks, and which to pick for upgrades.
Rimfire cleaning and maintenance: how often to clean a .22, what to use, and what the manuals say
How to clean and maintain a .22 bolt action: what the Tikka and CZ manuals say, cleaning frequency for accuracy, chamber scrubbing, tools, torque checks and storage.
.17 HMR vs .22 LR vs .22 WMR: trajectory, energy and which rimfire to choose
.17 HMR vs .22 LR vs .22 WMR compared with maker ballistics: velocity, energy, drop, and which suits targets, NRL22, small game and varmints, plus rifles in each caliber.
Rimfire PRS, ELR22 and wind reading: divisions, distances, gear and how to call wind with a .22
Rimfire PRS and ELR22 explained: divisions, 2026 Production price cap ($1,820), target distances, rifle and scope needs, and a practical wind-reading method for .22 LR.
Ruger Precision Rimfire vs Bergara B-14R vs Vudoo V-22: which rimfire trainer?
Ruger Precision Rimfire ($629) vs Bergara B-14R ($1,229) vs Vudoo V-22: action, Rem 700 compatibility, mags, triggers, weight, published specs, NRL22/PRS fit and which trainer to choose.
Anschutz 1761 / 64 vs CZ 457 MTR: is the upgrade worth it?
Anschutz 1761 and 64 MP R vs CZ 457 Varmint MTR: prices, actions, triggers, published groups, aftermarket, NRL22 fit and whether an Anschutz is worth roughly 2.5x the price.
Buying a used .22: CZ 455, Marlin XT-22 and Savage Mark II inspection guide
How to buy a used CZ 455, Marlin XT-22 or Savage Mark II: production history, what fits, what to inspect (bore, crown, extractor, trigger, mags), NRL22 Base rules for discontinued rifles.
MOA vs MRAD for a rimfire scope: reticles, click values and which to pick for .22 LR
MOA vs MRAD for .22 LR scopes: click values at 50 and 100 yards, FFP vs SFP, reticle types for NRL22 and hunting, and how to choose without regrets.
Bergara BMR vs CZ 457 American: price, specs, published accuracy and which .22 to buy
Bergara BMR vs CZ 457 American compared: MSRPs, barrels, triggers, magazines, published accuracy results, aftermarket and NRL22 Base fit.
Suppressor hunting laws by state (October 2026): where you can hunt with a .22 suppressor
State-by-state suppressor ownership and hunting legality as of October 12, 2026, including the October 9 ATF change, with sources. A dated summary, not legal advice.
.22 LR ammo lots: how to test, buy and store a lot your rifle likes
How to test and buy .22 LR ammunition by lot: what a lot number is, a home lot-test plan, factory test centers, how much to buy and how to store it.
.22 LR drop and wind charts: 50 and 100 yard zero, 25 to 200 yards (cited data)
.22 LR drop and wind drift tables from published ballistic data: 50 and 100 yard zeros, high velocity, standard velocity, Stinger and Quiet-22, out to 200 yards.
NRL22 Semi-Auto division: rules, rifles and setup tips for the 10/22, A22 and other .22 semi-autos
NRL22 Semi-Auto division explained: no price cap, the safety-call rule, and how to set up a Ruger 10/22, Savage A22 or other .22 semi-auto for matches.
Cold-weather rimfire shooting: velocity, zero shift, lubrication and winter gear
Cold-weather .22 LR shooting: what published tests show about velocity and temperature, zero shifts, lubrication, condensation, batteries and winter gear.
How to zero a .22 rifle: 25, 50 or 100 yards, step by step
How to zero a .22 LR rifle: choosing a 25, 50 or 100 yard zero, near and far zero points, step-by-step sight-in, click math and confirming at distance.
How far can a .22 shoot? Effective range vs maximum range, with safety data
How far a .22 LR can shoot: maximum travel (over 1.5 miles per hunter education), practical effective range for small game and targets, and what limits it.
Best scope for a .22 rifle in 2026: picks by budget and use (plinking, hunting, NRL22)
Best scopes for a .22 LR rifle by budget and use: rimfire-specific plinking scopes, hunting scopes, and FFP mil scopes for NRL22, with what to look for.
How to buy a .22 suppressor after the October 2026 ATF change (not legal advice)
How buying a .22 suppressor works after ATF's October 9, 2026 change: dealer transfers, state law checks, voluntary Form 4, and choosing a rimfire can. Dated summary, not legal advice.
CZ 457 vs CZ 455: every difference that matters, and whether parts interchange
CZ 457 vs CZ 455 compared: bolt throw, safety, trigger, receiver, bottom metal, magazines and barrel interchange, plus which to buy new or used.
Tikka T1x MTR review roundup: what American Rifleman, Shooting Illustrated and owners report
Tikka T1x MTR review roundup: published accuracy results, trigger weights, bolt feel, magazine notes and owner reports, with current MSRP and who should buy one.
CZ 457 review roundup: American, Varmint MTR and Scout, as reported by American Rifleman, Shooting Times and others
CZ 457 review roundup: published accuracy for the 457 American and Varmint MTR, trigger and bolt notes, common complaints, current MSRPs and who should buy which model.
Best bipod and rear bag for a .22 rifle: Harris, MDT, Ckye-Pod and shooting bags compared
Best bipods and rear bags for .22 LR rifles: Harris, MDT ORYX and Ckye-Pod, plus rear and barricade bags, with mounting options and what NRL22 shooters use.
Best .22 rifle for squirrel hunting: rifles, ammo, scopes and shot distances
Best .22 rifles for squirrel hunting compared by weight, price and features, plus ammo energy data, scope choice, shot distances and suppressor notes.
Subsonic vs standard velocity vs high velocity .22 LR: speed, noise, accuracy and which to use
Subsonic, standard velocity, high velocity and hyper velocity .22 LR compared: muzzle speeds, the sound barrier, drop, energy, accuracy and which to use for hunting, matches and suppressors.
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