I have 2 Marlins that shoot very well. A model 882 in .22 Mag that shoots 3/4in at 100 yards and a 917V in .17 HMR that shoot 1/2in or less at 100 yards. My little brother has a Marlin Modle 925 that shoots right at 1in or less at 100 yards. I know there are other good rimfires out there but for around $200 you can beat a Marlin or Savage for the accuracy. I never owned a Sacage but my 882 has over 3000 rounds through it and my 917V has about 600 rounds through it. I dont remember ever having a misfire with either of them.