r/canadaguns • u/Feisty-Confusion-356 • 25d ago

Buy recommendations First firearm recommendations

Hey folks,

I’m new to firearms and thinking about getting a used lever-action .22 as my first rifle. I like the classic style, the ammo is affordable, and it seems like a good way to learn the basics.

For someone buying their first gun, is a used lever-action .22 a good idea?

What models should I be looking at?

What should I check before buying used?

Any red flags with older .22 lever guns?

I want something reliable, safe, and fun to learn on. Not trying to overcomplicate it.

Thanks in advance.

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u/TheBulletBuddy 25d ago

A used rifle probably wouldn't be the best bet for a first rifle.

Do you know what you should be looking for in terms of damage/wear on a used firearm, do you know what's considered safe, what isn't, and what someone hacked together to make it do something they wanted?

Get your self a new 10/22 or an sks and learn on that, cant go wrong with either one.

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u/Feisty-Confusion-356 24d ago

Wow! It's a crime at this point if I don't get an SKS! Will definitely look into the 10/22.

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u/TheBulletBuddy 24d ago

They are both tons of fun. Hopefully you find something you like!