So tell me about your favorite .22 Hornet

[DAS HUGH!]

Maybe go the 700 route? Here's a post talking about how and parts

 

[FLT]

My favorite one is a model 43 Winchester, but I like the Ruger 77/ hornet almost as much. The ones that are somewhat available would be ruger, CZ 527, and savage.

 

[Mullet Hunter]

Does anyone know where I can find one for sale? Other than gunbroker…

 

[Rebel_Rider1969]

Just did a search... wow 1k and way up. Dang

 

[capt.joe]

A contender barrel is cheaper than that

 

[BowChamp]

This is the one I like...Ruger 77/22 hornet stainless varmint, 24" barrel. It shoots well under MOA.....been quite a few years since I've shot it. The only rifle I own that I've not handloaded for, I have everything, just never got around to it.

Hope you find one to try.

 

[Krazy1]

It's early Mullet but when the wife gets up moving around I have a Ruger 77/22 Hornet Collectors Edition "medallion in the stock" with scope I'll post pics of. Last time I shot it 4 or 5 years ago I shot a nickel at 100 yards using Hornaday green tips. It is a beautiful rifle. You got me thinking that I have not shot it in so long I might be willing to part with. It just sits in the back of the safe, it's got a very nice leather strap also.

 

[Duckyou]

Plenty of old timers have used the ‘ol Hornet for decades to harvest truck loads of deer. It’s also a favorite of poachers.
I like the Sierra 45 gr bullet in mine (may be discontinued now).

For poaching?

 

[FowlHunter13]

I had one of the Ruger M77/22 Hornets while I was stationed in Kodiak, AK. I used to fox hunt with it. I had no trouble at all blistering a fox at 200 yards with it. Crazy accurate and like has already been mentioned, much more quiet than any other centerfire. I sold that rifle because I had a couple contender barrels in Hornet and didn’t figure I would ever need it again. I have been kicking myself ever since.

 

[ccc]

For poaching?

Yep

 

[ccc]

It's early Mullet but when the wife gets up moving around I have a Ruger 77/22 Hornet Collectors Edition "medallion in the stock" with scope I'll post pics of. Last time I shot it 4 or 5 years ago I shot a nickel at 100 yards using Hornaday green tips. It is a beautiful rifle. You got me thinking that I have not shot it in so long I might be willing to part with. It just sits in the back of the safe, it's got a very nice leather strap also.

Oohhhhhhhhh jump on this Mullet !!!!

 

[Krazy1]

Serial# puts it as made in 2002. I'd say it's a 8 out of 10. Possibly 8.5, The Prostaff was spot on at 100 yards. This is a shoot the deer between the eyes gun if your a good shot. I'll be leaving in 1.5 hours to go up to that old Santa Rosa deer farm at 89 and 178 to shoot some different rifles today. I know you live in the country, just not sure where but I can throw it in the truck and you can come shoot it if you want? Just let me know 850 Five Five 4 08 Three Five, Mike.

 

[Krazy1]

Well, I got to stop at my property in Jay first and drop my tractor off so I'll be there for 30 minutes, then to Allentown.

 

[ccc]

Serial# puts it as made in 2002. I'd say it's a 8 out of 10. Possibly 8.5, The Prostaff was spot on at 100 yards. This is a shoot the deer between the eyes gun if your a good shot. I'll be leaving in 1.5 hours to go up to that old Santa Rosa deer farm at 89 and 178 to shoot some different rifles today. I know you live in the country, just not sure where but I can throw it in the truck and you can come shoot it if you want? Just let me know 850 Five Five 4 08 Three Five, Mike.

Not going to rain on mullets parade, but I got to know what are you asking ????

 

[Krazy1]

Not going to rain on mullets parade, but I got to know what are you asking ????

I'm not really looking to sell so I never gave it any thought. I know that sounds dumb. Jeremey read the post late but turns out he live about 3 miles from me. He swung by and I gave him the gun and 2 boxes of shells, told him to take it and shoot it for a week and tell me what it's worth. Him and I know so many of the same people it's amazing we have not met each other. My nephew is PPD like he was at one time. Either way, he is a great guy.

 

[ccc]

I'm not really looking to sell so I never gave it any thought. I know that sounds dumb. Jeremey read the post late but turns out he live about 3 miles from me. He swung by and I gave him the gun and 2 boxes of shells, told him to take it and shoot it for a week and tell me what it's worth. Him and I know so many of the same people it's amazing we have not met each other. My nephew is PPD like he was at one time. Either way, he is a great guy.

Now that warms my heart. Back when you shook a man’s hand, looked him in the eye and could count on his word. Hope y’all make a great deal, that is one beautiful looking rifle

 

[Krazy1]

Now that warms my heart. Back when you shook a man’s hand, looked him in the eye and could count on his word. Hope y’all make a great deal, that is one beautiful looking rifle

Thanks CCC, Jeremey came over looking to buy a rifle but instead got a rifle and 2 boxes of pricey shells to go have fun with and make sure he likes it. His said he birthday was in a day or 2 so I told him happy birthday, the ammo was on me!

 

[RidgeRunner]

Jeremey has always been a great guy to deal with, and very fair. I am certain your rifle has found a new home, and you a new friend. There's no way he will let that beauty pass.
If so desired, I have 500 rds of vintage surplus .22 Hornet ammo I will sell or trade for.
@Mullet Hunter

 

[J pace]

This is my favorite 22 hornet with a matching 22 long rifle.(Anschutz)

You can't compare a 22 hornet With other calibers there's plenty of things that are more efficient and cheaper. You buy a 22 hornet because you love them. If you have never played with the 22 hornet I suggest that you do not for if you do you Well get Stung too.