Marlin XT22M Magnum questions - The Firearms Forum

gun runner · 11-24-2011, 12:42 AM

I got a new Marlin xt22m rifle thats the same one in my avatar and I set the scope perfect but every now and then the shots go somewhere where I dont want them to be but still around an 8 inch target. Is this because its a Remlin or because its the ammo? Im using CCI MAXI MAG ammo. Im just wondering because its a brand new gun with a brand new Redhead 3-9x50 scope. The scope before was a Redhead Long Range Scope but I cant remember the numbers but I couldnt get it on paper or anywhere I wanted the shots for anything so I decided to go with a new scope. Im not really trying to kill birds with it but I will say Ive owned several Marlin 60s before and still do and I shot sparrows heads off while aiming at their necks with cheap scopes but I cant understand this problem Im having. Thanks for any help!

StoneChimney · 11-24-2011, 06:18 AM

Make sure your scope mounts are solid first, then try different ammunition brands until you find one that groups best out of your rifle.

gun runner · 11-24-2011, 12:48 PM

You dont think Marlin made a defective rifle? Otherwise thanks for the info. I keep hearing that about ammo but Im using CCI and folks say its pretty good ammunition.

mr.t7024 · 11-24-2011, 01:30 PM

Each rifle has a preference for a certain type of ammo. If you have a chance ask your rifle..., or better yet, keep trying different ammo! Good luck.

hansom · 11-26-2011, 03:50 AM

Its not that Marlin doesnt make a defective Rifle, its just that Marlins are close to perfection as a Rifle can be.

In my years of shooting and currently owns about 60 Guns if that is not a scope base problem i dont know what is!

hansom

gun runner · 11-26-2011, 05:57 PM

I doubt the rifle is defective and the scope is good but the bullets are kinda drifting from one place to another randomly every once in a while

JLA · 11-26-2011, 07:30 PM

Only other variable is the shooter...

Freebore · 11-26-2011, 08:19 PM

I agree with JLA, operator error may be a factor here. Have a friend shoot a group with this rifle to see if he experiences the same pattern. Randon (shotgun) patterns are generally due to the shooter/wind/poor support, not the gun. Even a poorly bedded barrel or action will generally drift only in one direction, and not produce random groups. Increase your time between shots may help.

Good luck...

gun runner · 11-27-2011, 11:32 AM

hmm nah its not me I have a gun rest and still weather. So we can cross that out. Going to the farm today. Ill let you guys know with a picture of how it goes

11-24-2011, 12:42 AM	#1
gun runner Former Guest Join Date: Nov 2011 Location: South Texas Contributor Posts: 1,871	Marlin XT22M Magnum questions I got a new Marlin xt22m rifle thats the same one in my avatar and I set the scope perfect but every now and then the shots go somewhere where I dont want them to be but still around an 8 inch target. Is this because its a Remlin or because its the ammo? Im using CCI MAXI MAG ammo. Im just wondering because its a brand new gun with a brand new Redhead 3-9x50 scope. The scope before was a Redhead Long Range Scope but I cant remember the numbers but I couldnt get it on paper or anywhere I wanted the shots for anything so I decided to go with a new scope. Im not really trying to kill birds with it but I will say Ive owned several Marlin 60s before and still do and I shot sparrows heads off while aiming at their necks with cheap scopes but I cant understand this problem Im having. Thanks for any help! -->

11-24-2011, 06:18 AM	#2
StoneChimney Advanced Senior Member Join Date: Nov 2010 Posts: 1,087	Re: Marlin XT22M Magnum questions Make sure your scope mounts are solid first, then try different ammunition brands until you find one that groups best out of your rifle. __________________ Full service gunsmithing and firearm manufacturing shop. Licensed FFL 07/02 Manufacturer. Visit our website!

11-24-2011, 12:48 PM	#3
gun runner Former Guest Join Date: Nov 2011 Location: South Texas Contributor Posts: 1,871	Re: Marlin XT22M Magnum questions You dont think Marlin made a defective rifle? Otherwise thanks for the info. I keep hearing that about ammo but Im using CCI and folks say its pretty good ammunition.

11-24-2011, 01:30 PM	#4
mr.t7024 Senior Member Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: Near a brook & pond in Ma Posts: 734	Re: Marlin XT22M Magnum questions Each rifle has a preference for a certain type of ammo. If you have a chance ask your rifle..., or better yet, keep trying different ammo! Good luck.

11-26-2011, 03:50 AM	#5
hansom Former Guest Join Date: Jan 2010 Posts: 81	Re: Marlin XT22M Magnum questions Its not that Marlin doesnt make a defective Rifle, its just that Marlins are close to perfection as a Rifle can be. In my years of shooting and currently owns about 60 Guns if that is not a scope base problem i dont know what is! hansom

11-26-2011, 05:57 PM	#6
gun runner Former Guest Join Date: Nov 2011 Location: South Texas Contributor Posts: 1,871	Re: Marlin XT22M Magnum questions I doubt the rifle is defective and the scope is good but the bullets are kinda drifting from one place to another randomly every once in a while

11-26-2011, 07:30 PM	#7
JLA TFF Moderator/Host Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: Heart Of Texas Contributor Posts: 17,315	Re: Marlin XT22M Magnum questions Only other variable is the shooter... __________________ It takes 43 muscles to frown, 17 to smile, and 3 for proper trigger squeeze. The latest caliber or gear is no substitute for experience and skill. Rifles and cartridges don't make hits -- shooters do. Fact of life: After Monday and Tuesday, even the calendar says WTF!

11-26-2011, 08:19 PM	#8
Freebore V.I.P. Member Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: Midwest USA Posts: 265	Re: Marlin XT22M Magnum questions I agree with JLA, operator error may be a factor here. Have a friend shoot a group with this rifle to see if he experiences the same pattern. Randon (shotgun) patterns are generally due to the shooter/wind/poor support, not the gun. Even a poorly bedded barrel or action will generally drift only in one direction, and not produce random groups. Increase your time between shots may help. Good luck...

11-27-2011, 11:32 AM	#9
gun runner Former Guest Join Date: Nov 2011 Location: South Texas Contributor Posts: 1,871	Re: Marlin XT22M Magnum questions hmm nah its not me I have a gun rest and still weather. So we can cross that out. Going to the farm today. Ill let you guys know with a picture of how it goes