Bolt Action Tube Fed 22LR

[King31]

Looking for a 22 rifle in the above configuration has been very tough to find. It looks like Marlin produced a variety of these in the XT series but I cannot seem to find one for sale online. Other than that I have seen much older rifles like a Winchester 72A, Mossberg 146, and Remington 512. Does anyone have any suggestions on where to find one of these outside of GB?

 

[TheGrumpyGuy]

Pawn shops have been my go-to lately.

 

[Hookeye]

Id look for a Rem 582

 

[92FSTech]

I had a Revelation 110M that was a store-brand Marlin in that configuration. It was a nice gun but I traded it on a Marlin 25 because tube mags are annoying.

 

[Cavman]

A marlin 881 is a nice bolt action tube fesif ya can find one.

 

[Bstarkey_46947]

I have a 512 that was given to me 40 years ago. The bolt is nice and firm, fit and finish are very nice. Manufactured in the period when they made them well. Good luck on the hunt.

 

[Michigan Slim]

I have a 512 that was given to me 40 years ago. The bolt is nice and firm, fit and finish are very nice. Manufactured in the period when they made them well. Good luck on the hunt.

I just gave one away. Was worse for wear but has a walnut stock that will clean up beautifully. Made room for a Ruger No 1

 

[mmpsteve]

Id look for a Rem 582

I have a Rem 582 that will put 10 rounds into .375" at 50 yards. It definitely performs way above it's cost factor. 582 prices have gone up steadily the last few years, I guess like everything else, but still more affordable than a modern rifle of equal quality.

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[Mgderf]

If you can find an old Mossberg bolt gun, and there were gazillions of them made, buy it.
As long as it's not beat all to hell or rusted bore, these things shoot lights out almost every time.
Mossberg produced several different model number bolt guns, though most I think we're box magazine.
There are treasures to be found at estate sales, pawn shops, rural yard sales...
Anytime I eye an old Mossberg I give it the once over, to see if it needs to come home with me.

 

[DoggyDaddy]

If you can find an old Mossberg bolt gun, and there were gazillions of them made, buy it.
As long as it's not beat all to hell or rusted bore, these things shoot lights out almost every time.
Mossberg produced several different model number bolt guns, though most I think we're box magazine.
There are treasures to be found at estate sales, pawn shops, rural yard sales...
Anytime I eye an old Mossberg I give it the once over, to see if it needs to come home with me.

Agreed!

 

[Mongo59]

I have a 72 and they do shoot well. This is a 72 with 72A cocking ring. Someone busted off the bolt handle and a chunk of wood behind it. I picked it up for a song and so far I haven't fixed the wood.

It took me a long time to find it but the wait was worth it.

 

[Basher]

Ignore them fellers talking about Mossbergs, they’re TERRIBLE rifles, just real sour lemons, you know? I plan to help the world dispose of them, so send them all to me and I’ll make sure they’re dealt with appropriately…

 

[King31]

sounds like I just need to get lucky or over pay on GB. Thanks folks

 

[Mgderf]

sounds like I just need to get lucky or over pay on GB. Thanks folks

Seriously, scout the rural sales, estate sales, and just put out some feelers.
I've had guns find me, because most everyone who knows me, knows I'm interested in firearms.

You could also snipe one from GunBroker.
If you are a registered member, you can watch several auctions at any given time.
I look at auctions that interest me, that are due to close in the middle of the night, or better yet, on a holiday.

Many years ago I saw a Marlin model 336 in .30-30 and it had no reserve. It was also due to close at like 11:58 on Thanksgiving Eve.
Now understand, GunBroker has a "15 minute rule" in their bidding structure.
No matter the scheduled close time, if someone places a bid with less than 15 minutes left on any auction, said auction is extended for an additional 15 minutes to allow bidders the chance to top the last bid.

So, I waited until 17 minutes before the auction end and placed my bid.
This gives me time to bid again if my latest isn't high enough, but doesn't trigger the 15 minute extension.
I won that Marlin 336 for a measly $225.25.
After the auction I looked at the bids and realized I won that gun by $0.25!

You just never know, but the less people actively watching the bidding favors you.
As always, ymmv.

 

[marvin02]

Check out this Web site:

https://shop.pawnkingnwi.com/Subcategory/Rifles/33588866?page=1&pageSize=32&sort=2&filter=1&listView=true&images=false&freeShipping=false&shipping=false&categoryId=33588866

It's my local pawn shop and they often have bargains. I've gotten some older .22 rifles from them and they'll ship to your FFL.

Good luck.

 

[ancjr]

guns.com is another place to look. I don't know anything about them, but I look there.

 

[TheGrumpyGuy]

Check out this Web site:

https://shop.pawnkingnwi.com/Subcategory/Rifles/33588866?page=1&pageSize=32&sort=2&filter=1&listView=true&images=false&freeShipping=false&shipping=false&categoryId=33588866

It's my local pawn shop and they often have bargains. I've gotten some older .22 rifles from them and they'll ship to your FFL.

Good luck.

They sure seem to have an over-abundance of S & W handguns

 

[marvin02]

They sure seem to have an over-abundance of S & W handguns

They get what folks walk in and sell. I was there picking up and a guy brought in 3 guns at once.

I've gotten some nice guns there for good prices.

Use the make an offer feature and negotiate. A couple of offers I considered on the low end were accepted.

@King31 - see if there are any pawn shops near you that deal in used guns.