I personally would keep the 10/22 and go buy a Savage 93r17...I own a 93r17 blued barrel with wanut stock and a heavy barrel. Its the most accurate little gun i have ever owned. I've shot many of animals out as far as 200 yards. You can get one very reasonably priced. I know they are right around $200 and they come with a 3x9x40 scope.