I bought two of the standard, walnut stocked models in .22 LR not too long after they came out. Both shot very well. I seldom modify guns, get triggers worked on, etc. If they don't shoot well out-of-the-box, I don't keep them long. Some years later, probably mid-1990s, I bought a laminate & stainless 77/22 with a 24" barrel slightly heavier the early guns. It's always shot very well. It may take a while to find the best ammo for a particular rifle, but these guns should all be capable of about half-inch groups at 50 yds.
