RE: Going to buy a new 22 rifle....
I own a Remington 597 for target shooting. I LOVE IT. It is awsome, I have the composite stock version. With the ten shot clip full, and one shot in the barrel, I was able to empty the gun in about 2.2 seconds. THAT IS FAST. It is VERY accurate, and VERY light. I would definetly say go with the Remington. I also like that it has locks for the safety. You can turn the safety on, then lock it. If someone tries turnign the safety off, they can't.
Good Luck This Season: Buck Magnet
P.S. Only Chuck Adams can sit at home and see deer so get into the woods. =;^)