Well, I have finally seen the light regarding fun shooting.....22LR. I have always been a big bore pistol and rifle fan, telling myself that there was no need to own any little 22's. When I started accumulating children, two sons and a daughter, I had reason to get a couple for their introduction to shooting. That started me down a new path.....I went from one hand-me-down S&W 22LR to 4 handguns and 3 rifles in 22LR. My newest addition was a Remington 572 Fieldmaster. I had the first opportunity to shoot it last weekend. What a "Cool" little rifle! I had a blast and only cost me about $2 for the ammo shot. Hmmm....we're on to something here. Lots of Fun, good practice for trigger control, breathing, aligning sights, and very cheap....I may be shooting a lot not 22LR and less 45acp, 45 Colt, 45-70, etc (yes, I have something about 45 cal).
Anyhow, for you 22LR veterans, I am with you now. For the newbies, step up and embrace 22LR..you can save money (but not time) reloading, but rimfire will do both and help you with the shooting basics that can transfer to any firearm or caliber.