I have no firsthand experience to share with you about an older 10/22 Sporter, having owned my newly purchased one only for about 3-4 months, but I would imagine that, all else being equal and with no unusual wear and tear it would shoot on par with newer 10/22 Sporters, maybe 1/2 to 3/4", maybe up to 1" groups at 50 yards using quality ammo. It seems to me that stock 10/22s are mostly fun plinking/casual target/hunting guns overall, although I would think your Sporter, not having a barrel band would tend towards slightly better accuracy than one with, all else being equal. Once you start putting money into it, and maybe bedding it and freeing up & /or replacing the barrel possibly then the potential would be there for greater accuracy and consistency. Only one way to find out!
Personally I prefer the Sporter models over the carbine style with the barrel band, especially if it has a walnut stock. Seems like they represent a lot of fun for the money!
Good luck to you.
Personally I prefer the Sporter models over the carbine style with the barrel band, especially if it has a walnut stock. Seems like they represent a lot of fun for the money!
Good luck to you.
