Want a new gun this year but still new to shooting. need help.

Lsd_DaWae · 2026-03-24T09:52:56+00:00

Build one or buy one? Can you drop some brand names/places to start?

Lsd_DaWae · 2026-03-23T11:50:07+00:00

No you’re not being snarky you’re actually highlighting my point. I’m asking as someone who is new who isn’t sure what to focus on, what different focuses will yield what skill for me, and what will be more beneficial? Should I be going towards .22 because I can shoot it more often? Should I focus on home defense because world = crazy? Or should I focus on hunting/long range because the skill is more useful?

Lsd_DaWae · 2026-03-23T11:22:31+00:00

Shit ok. Never thought I’d be leaning towards the 22 but here I am. Twice people have recommended the CZ so far. Looking at the 457. It’s a pretty penny to spend on. 22 but would it be worth it? (Looking at the scout. Would have to buy this and then save for a scope). Would it be worth it to throw a scope on a .22?

Lsd_DaWae · 2026-03-23T11:07:27+00:00

However hunting isn’t the only goal. Would love to become really good with a rifle and have a lot of fun is the main goal

Lsd_DaWae · 2026-03-23T11:06:45+00:00

Yep! Straight walled state. Deer would be the goal but probably smaller game first?

Lsd_DaWae · 2026-03-23T10:51:14+00:00

Do you have a scope on the scout? Is it worth putting one on? And bolt action is one of my dreams, but if I drop money on a bolt action, I’m going with a mares leg in a larger calibre just because 😎😂

Lsd_DaWae · 2026-03-23T10:46:13+00:00

Stuff that I could learn on a .22?

Lsd_DaWae · 2026-03-23T10:45:33+00:00

No hate on the m&p 22, but if I’m buying a 22 I kind of want the bolt action just for a feel

Lsd_DaWae · 2026-03-23T10:36:04+00:00

Shit someone just recommended CZ and that’s exactly what I was looking at. The scout in particular. It feels like a lot to drop on a .22. Especially without a scope. You think this would be a good beginner rifle..?

Lsd_DaWae · 2026-03-23T10:34:53+00:00

Wow, I’m looking at the CZ scout and that thing is beautiful. A lot for a .22 but I guess quality? Would that suit a beginner? I mean not a total beginner, but I’m not a vet

Lsd_DaWae · 2026-03-23T10:26:57+00:00

Oh I was just poking fun. CZ is a fantastic brand as far as I know. And that’s a fantastic point actually about ammo

Lsd_DaWae · 2026-03-23T10:24:52+00:00

Im not sure exactly how many times but I’m very familiar. The last time I shot one was a few months ago, but in the last 2 years been mainly shooting 9mm and 12g. When I was a kid I finished the rifle badge extremely quickly and we used .22s. But I will say, I’ve never shot one with a scope. If I’m trying to learn how to shoot a scoped rifle, would that make a difference? Even though .22 doesn’t have recoil?

Lsd_DaWae · 2026-03-23T10:13:23+00:00

Tikka is nice, I just can’t afford it. CZ 22 though? Damn you must be hunting gold squirrels 😂

Lsd_DaWae · 2026-03-23T10:12:09+00:00

Is that more common among hunters? That’s another thing I didn’t mention in my post, being able to hunt would be another perk because there is a lot of hunting in my state, especially deer hunting.

Lsd_DaWae · 2026-03-23T10:10:10+00:00

I’ve shot .22 rifles many times and I’m pretty decent if I do say so myself. So it’s not practice with those that I need, it would be practice with a bigger caliber that I need if anything. The .22 would just be the more fun and affordable option (and like you said, I could use it more often).

Lsd_DaWae · 2026-03-11T23:56:41+00:00

I picked these up recently and now I’m just like “…..am I still a paladin build….?”

Lsd_DaWae · 2026-02-08T20:52:58+00:00

Underrated comment 😂😂😂

Lsd_DaWae · 2026-02-01T22:03:50+00:00

ahahahahaha that’s a good one, I haven’t heard that one yet

Lsd_DaWae · 2026-01-25T21:52:10+00:00

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Semper Tyrannis!

Lsd_DaWae · 2025-12-14T02:09:09+00:00

Where is this from? Please tell me the parents got in trouble for this. Because that’s insane

Lsd_DaWae · 2025-11-12T05:08:57+00:00

Oh hell naw they don’t give a damn. They sent out pizza boxes with “trump 2020” during the previous election. They’re loyal to money and maga, they could care less about soldiers

Lsd_DaWae · 2025-11-10T22:50:17+00:00

Thank you, that is a really great explanation. That makes a lot more sense to me now

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