Re: New shooter bought a savage MKII TR. Questions now
the rings would probably be medium or high to compensate for the size of the objective (to keep the scope high enough from rubbing or making contact with the barrel). the style or look is dependant on what you prefer if you are going for a "look". being a "newbie", i'd have a qualified gunsmith or seasoned shotter mount the scope. this may help you out if you wish to learn setting up a scope or give you a basic idea on what to do (or at least how i do it):
http://www.snipershide.com/forum/ubbthre...804#Post1560804
http://www.snipershide.com/forum/ubbthre...808#Post1560808
ammo -
http://www.ammunitiontogo.com/catalog1/index.php/cPath/465_187
https://www.championshooters.com/store/home.php
or even your local gun shop for whatever they have on the shelf.
i would go with trying many brands first to match up the ammo your rifle prefers. usually wolf, sk, eley, lapua, are the most used top shelfers, but also try some mid priced and bulk stuff to give you an idea of what the rifle is capable of and the rifles true potential at different ranges.
a bi-pod is nice for a "portable attached rest" and should be used with a rear shooting bag for better support and accurracy. (less human interaction gives you a better result). but nothing really beats a regular rifle rest for zeroing in. a harris bipod (or one of the knockoffs) would be the best choice if you are going to change positions from the bench to prone or plan on being mobile. i like a 6"-9" adjustable for bench, a 9"-13" for prone as the extra inches come in handy on your belly. the 9"-13" set the rifle up a little too much for me on the bench, and i can't comfortably "lock in" to my shooting position like i can with the 6"-9".
the harris (and the knockoffs) attach to the sling swivel stud easily, so as long as your stock has a sling swivel stud, your good to go.
i'd pick up an extra magazine, this seems to be the cheapest:
http://search.store.yahoo.net/cgi-bin/ns...mp;x=7&y=16
a nice one piece cleaning rod with tips, some toothbrushes for cleaning, and a make shift tool kit with everything that fits every nut and bolt on the rifle and accessories, staple gun and staples for posting targets. hearing and eye protection. a range bag or box or both to keep it all together. for example, i like these for entry level as they are economical and holds everthing in place:
http://www.sportsmansguide.com/net/cb/plano-shooters-case.aspx?a=148225
http://www.sportsmansguide.com/net/cb/plano-magnum-field-box-lift-out-tray-combo-camo.aspx?a=351101
http://www.sportsmansguide.com/net/cb/winchester-tactical-rifle-case.aspx?a=606349
i'd start off simple though, and add to your "tool box" as needed or as your budget allows.
if shooting off the ground in the prone position, a shooting mat is a comfortable thing to have. a cheap but nice entry level:
http://www.sportsmansguide.com/net/cb/roll-up-shooters-mat.aspx?a=389653
if longer ranges is your goal a wind gauge is almost essential to have, entry level:
http://www.sportsmansguide.com/net/cb/caldwell-wind-wizard-.aspx?a=261448
data book to record and repeat your performance, there's a thread here:
http://www.snipershide.com/forum/ubbthreads.php?ubb=showflat&Number=1658087#Post1658087 could be made up of simple index cards in a holder, just to start out.
spotting scope is nice to see your hits, but you should be able to make do with seeing them with that 6-24x
check out the learnings threads for the rimfire competitions:
http://www.snipershide.com/forum/ubbthreads.php?ubb=showflat&Number=1328297#Post1328297 lots of tips, tricks, facts, and suggestions based on actual shooters experience.
i'd also lurk around the site abit as there are tons of information that'll do you good. the google search function is a great source of finding it.
http://www.google.com/cse/home?cx=010955838166721108978:qcbx5qqy10o&hl=en
i would say start off at 50 yards or less. when that becomes no challenge or boring, move out to 100 yards and so on. start out easy, identifing and correcting your mistakes at shorter ranges hones the skill quicker and is less frustrating.
don't get caught up in the "it's only a .22" bull, you'll probably end up having more fun and trigger time with your rimfire.
targets- i've always felt that a smaller target increases your focus and increases groups, so i like to preach using smaller spots or even staples to shoot at is better.
do some reading on breathing, trigger squeeze, cheekweld / eye alignment, as these are factors for consistant shooting. try dry firing to get the "feel" of things and to get down your squeeze. use spent casings or snap caps / dummie rounds to protect the firing pin. more detailed :
http://www.snipershide.com/forum/ubbthre...649#Post1627649
it's a good exercize for breathing, trigger squeeze, alignments, etc.
when at the range, don't be afraid to ask a question or two. from your original post it seems your an honest guy that knows what his objective is. be honest, you'll get more help that way.
also being a new shooter, get familiar with the rifle and safely handling it as much as you can and perhaps you should take a safety course, or read up on some firearm saftey tips and why they are there. sounds corny, but if / when a new shooter does something pretty hazardous on the ranges i've been on......well, it's not a pretty sight. situational awareness rule #1.
hope this helps you out.
