wagner Posted November 28, 2012 Report Share Posted November 28, 2012 I would like to pick up a .22 and it seems the 10/22 is one of the better options out there. What model would the gun people of CR suggest? I will be using this for plinking, tinkering, and maybe hunting. Should I go with just your standard 10/22 or the tactical? I really wanted to get the M&P 15-22 but I don't know if I can justify the cost yet since I don't have the big boy version yet. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Scotty2Hotty Posted November 28, 2012 Report Share Posted November 28, 2012 Ditch the M&P 15-22. The Ruger 10/22 Carbine is what you need. If you look at it closely, the loosely based it upon the M1 Carbine in operation. - Magazine fed - Thousands of parts to make it a tack driver - Fires damn near anything put in it - Accurate enough out of the box - Did I mention you can change everything on the rifle? I got another one for Christmas to give me a rimfire project. If you have to have an "AR" style .22, save the $, buy a 5.56 AR, then a .22 conversion. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
87GT Posted November 28, 2012 Report Share Posted November 28, 2012 Carbine is always a great option. I picked the takedown model because I wanted it to come apart. I thought it would fit in my bag long ways but it is a little too long. My AR-7 seems to be the only one that will fit. That gun hurts after shooting a few hundred rounds though. The takedown does come with a nice bag so that is always an option. Mine will fire anything, russian junk, wally world bullshit, and CCIs. No jams ever. Get a few 25 round ruger mags and that gun is awesome. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ramsey Posted November 28, 2012 Report Share Posted November 28, 2012 Im in the same boat, i want get a tactical style and wanted something reliable and i know that is hard in 22lr. I have been looking at the sig 522, it seems to be the new kid on the block and very reliable. But it is also expensive and hard to find. Does anyone have the 10/22 tactical in stock? or the base and tactical parts to add on? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
2pointslow Posted November 28, 2012 Report Share Posted November 28, 2012 Carbine is always a great option. I picked the takedown model because I wanted it to come apart. I thought it would fit in my bag long ways but it is a little too long. My AR-7 seems to be the only one that will fit. That gun hurts after shooting a few hundred rounds though. The takedown does come with a nice bag so that is always an option. Mine will fire anything, russian junk, wally world bullshit, and CCIs. No jams ever. Get a few 25 round ruger mags and that gun is awesome. This is my next purchase. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
87GT Posted November 28, 2012 Report Share Posted November 28, 2012 This is my next purchase. Vances usually has them in stock. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sol740 Posted November 28, 2012 Report Share Posted November 28, 2012 I just picked up a Marlin 795 that I love. Dirt cheap, around $120 new and have seen for less. Locks on empty mag, has eaten up all my cheap brick ammo, and is pleasantly accurate. I love 10/22s though, and if you plan on any customizing beyond boyds stock, or need reliable 25 round magazines go with one of those. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
motozachl Posted November 28, 2012 Report Share Posted November 28, 2012 This rifle in on my xmas list as well. Surprisingly hard to find for a decent price imo Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KillJoy Posted November 28, 2012 Report Share Posted November 28, 2012 Get the cheapest you can. The SS Version - The Receiver is the exact same as the blued. It is just clear anodized vs black. :thumbup: KillJoy Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Avenger1647545502 Posted November 28, 2012 Report Share Posted November 28, 2012 I have to say that if I was to buy a factory 10/22 and NOT mess with it, I'd be going with the Mannlicher style version: http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/b/ba/Ruger_10_22_International.png I just wish they made them with the 20" or 22" inch barrel. The 18.5" works okay, but I like a longer barrel. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Scotty2Hotty Posted November 29, 2012 Report Share Posted November 29, 2012 Does anyone have the 10/22 tactical in stock? or the base and tactical parts to add on? Troy Industries, TAPCO, Archangel stocks.......the list goes on. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
copperhead Posted November 29, 2012 Report Share Posted November 29, 2012 just get the cheapest 10/22 you can find and modify it how you want Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TurboGoKart Posted November 29, 2012 Report Share Posted November 29, 2012 My ZK-22 bullpup stock is *now* supposed to be here in December. I pre-ordered it in April lol. The rest of my 10/22 is ready to go. Polished trigger nose/hammer notch, bolt lock mod, E.R. Shaw 18" bull barrel fluted and threaded currently with an A2 compensator, later to be a suppressor. Should be a fun gun. TONS of options for a 10/22. Kinda like the Civic of guns....only cooler. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nate1647545505 Posted November 29, 2012 Report Share Posted November 29, 2012 Have to agree with the response in this thread; find the action'ed barrel assembly cheap, shop for a stock/chassis. I think even XLR is making 10-22 setups now Believe it or not my 10/22 hasn't been touched yet.. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dtbeedy Posted November 29, 2012 Report Share Posted November 29, 2012 My opinion is to buy a 10/22 put some rounds down range then customized based on what you want to improve Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wagner Posted November 29, 2012 Author Report Share Posted November 29, 2012 Good info here kids. So should I go new or used? My family is bugging me for christmas ideas so if I have them get it I would go new. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gaewsky1 Posted November 29, 2012 Report Share Posted November 29, 2012 I think they hold their value well, so you should probably go new, as used won't save you too much. I have the 10/22 Tactical and love it. Anyone who shoots it wants to go buy their own. Its also easy enough to shoot where my wife and 8 yr old son have fun shooting it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RedRocket1647545505 Posted November 29, 2012 Report Share Posted November 29, 2012 I think they hold their value well, so you should probably go new, as used won't save you too much. I would find an older one if I could. They used to make everything out of metal and have since switched to making a lot of shit out of plastic in the past few years or so. A 10/22 is one of the few 'standards' that I do not own. My intention is to eventually build one up completely from aftermarket parts; receiver included. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ramsey Posted November 29, 2012 Report Share Posted November 29, 2012 Picked up a 10/22 last night at vances 245 out the door. Now its time to get some magazines. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KillJoy Posted November 29, 2012 Report Share Posted November 29, 2012 I picked up a used 10/22 for ~ $160 just a year or 2 ago.... KillJoy Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ramsey Posted November 29, 2012 Report Share Posted November 29, 2012 I picked up a used 10/22 for ~ $160 just a year or 2 ago.... KillJoy I probably could have found one cheaper, i just didnt want to wait. :masturboy: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TurboGoKart Posted November 29, 2012 Report Share Posted November 29, 2012 (edited) The BX-25 mags are by far the best. They're about $25 per mag, compared to the other brands at about $19 per mag. The best thing about the BX-25's are the metal feed lips. Edited November 30, 2012 by TurboGoKart Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
motozachl Posted November 29, 2012 Report Share Posted November 29, 2012 what's the difference between the m&p vs the 10/22? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wagner Posted November 29, 2012 Author Report Share Posted November 29, 2012 what's the difference between the m&p vs the 10/22? M&P is about double the price and a .22 version of a fullsize AR. I know a few people who got them to train with and try stuff on before it went to their fullsize AR. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JaSSon Posted November 30, 2012 Report Share Posted November 30, 2012 I ordered a woodstock 10/22 from Dick's on BF for $180. I ordered this scope:http://www.sportsmansguide.com/net/cb/bsa-sweet-22-3-9x40-mm-scope-matte-black.aspx?a=644012 All it needs to do is plink cheaply. Might add a cheap bi-pod or a synthetic stock if I decide I don't like Ruger's wood. I'm thinking of trying out some subsonic ammo for quiet plinking in my back yard. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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