I mean sure you can spend 2x-3x the price of a Marlin 60 to get a Ruger 10-22. Then spend another $200, $300, $400 or $500 on it to make it a decent rifle. Or....just go spend $130 at a pawn shop on a Marlin 60 or 795, buy a pack of bulk ammo, take it to the range and just have a decent rifle. But hey man I'm all about personal freedom, I'm not trying to tell you how to spend your money.