Quote Originally Posted by A-R View Post
Depends on the purpose off course, but I would get the bolt action first. Bolt guns are generally much less fussy about ammo. They shoot the cheap unplated ammo reliably and quite accurately. A semi-auto usually prefers plated HV ammo, which is more expensive. A semi-auto is also very HUNGRY. Yes, I love my 10/22, but depending on application, the bolt action usually gets preference.
My 15-22 consumes Remington Thunderbolts and Cyclones by the 100's between wiping the bolt clean and re-lubing it. That stuff is seriously dirty, you must see my face full of crap because I shoot left handed. LoL