I like my old Marlin micro groove 22mag that will deliver 5 shots in 1" at 100 yards on a lucky day. I had to strip my Marlin bolt down and repair the firing pin after 35 years use. I see the Ruger American is a far superior design and execution to the Marlin. My Ruger will also deliver the needed accuracy. The action is smoother, stronger with a better design. A better magazine. And better handling. Marlins I have seen are a tad too long.
The Anschutz Sporters are all way too muzzle heavy for my hunting needs. And way to finicky on extraction.
I have to plead some ignorance on Cooper. I image one could be special ordered to match the handling of the Ruger Compact and on average be far more accurate. Probably they could deliver and guarantee accuracy with test targets. It will cost some real money.
