My 452 rimfire barrels do pretty well with mid grade SV ammo. SK Std, Tac-22, Eley target and Geco all wok pretty well out to 50 yards. I'd start in that price range. Some report great results with HV ammo, also.
The spec for the grub screws on the barrel is pretty high. Most recommend around 35in/lbs. No more than 25 in/lbs on the action screws or you can crush the wood ,and bend the bottom metal.