I know this is the “noob” thing to do, but I am having a little trouble deciding what I want to do based off what I have been reading.
Do you guys suggest:
A) buy a savage mark II variant or cz 452/455
or
B) upgrade my current 10/22 w/ Kidd auto bolt release, cocking assembly, bolt buffer, mag release and maybe the trigger job kit and/or bolt extractor/firing pin
Thanks!
It really depends on what you want to do with it. If it were my I would go with choice “A.” A bolt action opens up more ammo choices, like the new CCI “quiet” ammo that won’t cycle in a 10/22. You can’t go wrong with either one of the rifles. I have no direct experience with that CZ, but have heard good things about it. The Mark II is a real tack driver for the money even if the stock feels a little cheap. Plus, you won’t feel as guilty putting a few dings and dents in the Savage if you are actually going to be banging around in the woods with it.
In the rimfire world, 10/22s are almost as bad as ARs as far as the “improvements” you can make. You can buy a really nice rifle for the cost of a 10/22 “upgrade” if your not careful.
Ya I was just thinking for the amount I am going to spend on upgrading the 10/22, I could easily buy one of the two bolt guns and still be more accurate.
I really like my savage .22 as it came with a threaded barrel. Suppressor ready and threw a vortex scope + rings on the thing all for a whopping $400 which is less than my SWR silencer. And it is accurate! Can’t go wrong with the savage as its a fun rifle.
I see there are quite a few variations of the Mark II. Haha time to research.
Savage MKII FV-SR
May I ask what the difference is between this model and say the BV or TR?
Does it not include a heavy barrel? Plus its a synthetic stock right?
I am +1 for the bolt gun.
Thanks!
Btw, how does 22 lr compare to 17hmr? I know the 17 is way more expensive though?!
As someone who has both a customized 10/22 and a customized Savage FV-SR, I can tell you that for me they fill completely different roles. The 10/22 will never be as quiet as the 10/22 and will cost over twice as much to get comparable levels of practical accuracy. The Savage will never equal the 10/22’s rate of fire, ease of reloading or platform flexibility.
I went lightweight and fast handling for the 10/22 and quiet accuracy platform for the FV-SR (the FV-SR comes factory threaded 1/2X28 for a can BTW). Both will accept my Silencerco Sparrow suppressor and it’s rare that either get shot without it. If I want to play and action gun game cheaply the 10/22 gets the nod. If I have to kill a varmint in the back yard, the Savage does.
Have both and enjoy the best each has to offer! 
I am definitely thinking bolt since I already have the 10/22.
Are you going to run iron sights or a scope on your bolt gun?
I am thinking a scope.
Savage MKII TR is a good rifle. Mine will shoot MOA out to 225 yards with Wolf MT ammunition.
If you already have the 10/22, then I suggest getting a bolt. Then you can one piece at time, upgrade either one as you go. My son bought some savage .17 camo, and my 9 yr old grandson shot a tannerite bottle @ 70yds, 3 times in a row. Damn, those grandkids love that tannerite! (ME TOO)
The 10/22 has the most optional upgrade stuff for any .22
I have a “Savage Anschutz” bolt, with RSW 3-9 AO, and I love that thing.
Isnt that the single shot model?
Also how are the savage mags?
I meant TR and corrected my original post. Mine is a 5 shot model with a tactical looking stock and oversize bolt handle. The Savage magazines aren’t pretty, but they work well.
I am not the only one who has had success with the Savage MKII TR. A friend of mine uses his to warm up before breaking out his F class rifle for practice. He consistently hits 8" steel at 300 yards.
I have a scope mounted on this one and shoot it out to 225 yards: http://savagearms.com/firearms/model/MARKIITR
I use this one to shoot with iron sights out to 150 meters: http://savagearms.com/firearms/model/MARKIIFVT
I own a CZ452 LUX and it is a fine rifle. The ranges marked on the tangent rear sight are very close out to 200 meters. If I were going to put a scope on one, I would not purchase the model with iron sights.
22 LR
Sku:
28702
Caliber:
22 LR
Handed:
Right
Rate of Twist:
16
Weight:
5.5 lbs
Overall Length:
35.25"
Barrel Length:
16.5"
Ammo Capacity:
5
MSRP:
$260.00
Synthetic stock, 16" fluted threaded heavy barrel, and larger bolt handle with pic rail to mount scope. Was my favorite suppressor host until I replaced it with a PWS T3 (T3 is just AWESOME but expensive too).
The Savage MKII TR has a wood stock. At some point I will have to glass bed the rifle.
Thanks for all the input guys!