First firearm recommendations

[u/Feisty-Confusion-356]

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.

[u/Conscious_Bid_8762]

Get a .357 lever gun and load up on .38 special I love the new miraku winchesters and the new marlins can’t go wrong with either.

For a .22 I tried a bolt action tikka and was super impressed on the list. Again not cheap but you often hear around here. buy once cry once ?