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From: kanterman@camb.com
Newsgroups: rec.hunting
Subject: Advice wanted
Message-ID: <1991Apr26.063238.20808@doug.cae.wisc.edu>
Date: 26 Apr 91 11:32:38 GMT
Organization: Cambridge Computer Associates, Inc.
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I'm interested in purchasing a .22 semiautomatic rifle to be used to
learn how to shoot. I'm totally new to the sport and initially I'd be
using it at range.

I've shot a gun just a few times in my life and don't currently have a
desire to become an expert marksman.  I want to feel comfortable with
a rifle and maybe in the long run I'll do some hunting.  A friend
recommended a Ruger 10/22 as a good gun to start with.

 Is a Ruger 10/22 a good choice to start with ? Does anyone have any
  experience with the Ruger ?  Someone told me it has a tendency to jam.
  Is this common in semiauto rifles or less expensive semiautomatics or
  just in the Ruger 10/22 (if true) ?

 What are other good choices for a rifle that would fit my needs ?

 What are the laws in New York State regarding purchasing/owning/trasporting/
  hunting with a semiautomatic rifle ?

 I live about 50 miles north of New York City.  Does anyone know of any
  good ranges to shoot at or gun clubs in this area ?

Thanks in advance !

Gary Kanterman
kanterman@camb.com