Four of the most popular rimfire rifles – taking a closer look
Shane Robinson puts some popular brands through their paces and reports back.
Four of the best rimfires
Weirauch HW66
Weirauch HW66
Put together very nicely by Weirauch who have done a great job with all their products. This is a bit more of a lump so to speak, as it weighs in at over 7lbs but it doesn’t feel heavy. It feels quality.
- Again, another compact hunting rifle but it is more than capable of standing up for itself in any competition.
- I found the thumbhole stock to be one of the most comfortable stocks I’ve ever shot.
- Prices starting from £650 up to around £1000.
- The fish scale chequering on the thumbhole and stippled finish on the production and Jagdmatch models is something I like a lot over the standard chequering.
- The operator adjustable match grade trigger is great quality. So crisp and a joy to use.
- Imported by Hull Cartridge
Weirauch HW66
I was lucky enough to be one of the first to try the HW66 in the newly made 17 Hornet which was a really capable calibre. I can see it becoming a very popular if not the top option, as not many makers are making 17 Hornet and those that do are not as well finished.
