I guess it comes down to you can buy fundamental accuracy. I have more than most when it comes to rimfire rifles. I have a collection of vintage rimfire target rifles that all most of all which are more accurate than I can shoot them. So for the most part what you want out of a 22 long rifle, there are options at every cost point . With anything I compete with I demand sub moa accuracy . Tha being said I have semiautos that serve certain disciplines, bolt guns and singles that do others. The ability to keep 10 rounds touching at 25 yards is a balance of ammo, gun and shooter. The Gun and ammo can preform but can the shooter.