Solid, vintage .22 with heart and soul! Very accurate, too!
I like old vintage .22s... have gravitated to Remington bolts over the years for utilitarianism, cost, and performance. Also have had Browning T bolts, SA22s, Savage- Anshutz, a HK 270, a couple of Mossbergs, a Winchester 9422, and now a new Tikka.
They are hard to compare to the quality new stuff but have their own "intangibles."
I currently have grooved 511, a 512X, a 581, and a couple of 513 Sporters in my humble little Remington stable. As mentioned, all are very accurate and hold their own wrt my other .22s. The 513s are my personal favorite because of their "heft", sporter refinements, and crisper trigger... all in a 1940-1950s American made firearm. The 511 is less refined but cheaper as well and still performs! The 581 is kind of a mix of both in a more modern and shiny version.
In short, can't go wrong with a 511 if the price is reasonable and it has been taken care of. All .22s are fun!!!
