But I still want a .22 to learn and practice with!
I just bought the Henry Golden Boy Lever Action .22. You can go with the Ruger 10/.22 for less, but with the Henry, you feel like you’re holding a bit of history. DON’T scope it. Learn to shoot it...
A Marlin 795 can be had for under $100 after the mail in rebate. Bring it to an Appleseed.
My local gun shop has a nice selection of Henry rifles. I salivate whenever I go in there.