Need advice on .22lr

[u/Old-Guess6015]

Hey everyone I am planning to buy my first .22lr. I have narrowed down my list to Ruger 10/22, Ruger American.22 lr and Savage Mark 2. I am afraid to buy a semi auto as they might just ban it. I need some help with choosing the best out of three. If you have any other better recommendations within same budget please let me know.

[u/No_Win_9797]

Savage 64 is a cost effective alternative to the 10/22 You can get one with a scope just north of $200 Where a 10/22 you might be able to find one (no scope) for $400 That being said You’ll be able to sell your 10/22 for what you bought it, 20 years down the road

Don’t let the previous bans effect your firearm wants and needs

The savage 64 also has easy to find 20 round mags for extra fun You have to search high and low to find the ‘legal’ 25 rounders for the 10/22

I got a used savage mark 2, with scope and bipod on gunpost for $200

Just remember the gun cost you’ll only cry over once You’ll end up spending more on ammo that every gun you own

For example my $600 9mm, I’ve spend probably 5k on ammo I’m now reloading for my handguns lol