The Ruger 10/22. They are reasonable,reliable ,accurate and many accessories available for them.You can't go wrong with a Ruger 10/22.The Ruger M77/22 which is a bolt action and another excellent 22.It also has a bigger price tag.When I worked for a gun shop as a second job,I saw allot of the Marlin (Glenfield's) model 60's with jamming problems.They need to be kept cleaned to function properly.I'm not saying the Ruger's don't need to be cleaned but are more forgiving then the Marlin.
Dollar for Dollar the Ruger 10/22 is a great investment.
Ruger Redhawk