Ruger 10-22 Rifle

[RikersBeard]

Can anyone tell more more about this rifle?

My dad passed away and this was one of his rifles at his home in AZ. I'd like to get more information about it. Other than the foldable stock.

It's just stamped Ruger Model 10/22 Carbine. So, is that what it is?

Tried to find out if there is a newer version on Ruger's site. But this one has a pistol grip. Do they not make this any more?

[ARDude]

It’s a standard 10/22 with aftermarket folding stock. Maybe Choate or Butler Creek.

[RikersBeard]

Thank you. Can you recommend a non-foldable stock for this? I'm guessing as is, it's not CA compliant, correct?

Sorry...I'm a noob at this.

[JohnnyMtn]

There are SO many options available for a 10/22, which is a big reason why people love them. Customization on a 10/22 is an endless project.

Here is a simple list of 10/22 stocks from one site: https://www.brownells.com/search/ind...k=10+22+stocks

But keep searching and you will find more and more and more. The 10/22 is a great little rifle. People have been known to put 3-4x the amount of the original rifle into it with customizations.

[223556]

Looks like any other 10/22 with the exception of the ring on the barrel by the end of the forend.
Clearly it is not the barrel band as that is present.
Interesting camo job too.

[echo1]

Sorry for your loss. There are dozens of stocks for them. I've got a standard wood one you can have for $25 bucks if we meet at the top of Altamont Pass. PAX

[krypto99]

Originally Posted by 223556

Looks like any other 10/22 with the exception of the ring on the barrel by the end of the forend.
Clearly it is not the barrel band as that is present.
Interesting camo job too.

Sling swivel? Interesting indeed..

[RikersBeard]

Thanks for the info.

As for the camo, I'm not sure if he bought it that way, had someone else do it, or he did it himself.

Should be fun to just plunk targets at a range.

Sorry last question, what about a CA compliant magazine. Would something like this work?
https://www.sportsmans.com/shooting-...ounds/p/301987

[krypto99]

Originally Posted by RikersBeard

Thanks for the info.

As for the camo, I'm not sure if he bought it that way, had someone else do it, or he did it himself.

Should be fun to just plunk targets at a range.

Sorry last question, what about a CA compliant magazine. Would something like this work?
https://www.sportsmans.com/shooting-...ounds/p/301987

I believe the folding stock is fine in CA due the rifle being a 22. You would just need a 10 round mag like the one you linked.

[RikersBeard]

Hmm...I think it is legal as this is being a .22 LR rimfire rifle. However, it would be good to have a different stock at some point.

[alpha_romeo_XV]

Lots of Ruger 1022 stocks on Ebay (new and used) and new on Amazon.

Be sure you get a stock for the carbine model not target model. Target model has a fat bull barrel.

[jarhead714]

Take off the scope, put some Tech Sights on there and choot it!

[ARDude]

OP, AW laws don't affect 22lr rifles. Here is one of my 10/22's tacticool'd out. Standard tactical 10/22 with a Midwest Industries chassis system.
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['ol shooter]

The production year can easily be found by using the serial number list on the Ruger website.

https://www.ruger.com/service/produc.../RI-10-22.html

[joefrank64k]

Originally Posted by Ishootforblood

https://sapoutfitters.com/product-ca.../10-22-stocks/

The link above is for S&P Outfitters. I’ve ordered a barrel and a stock from him. He’s legitimate. His business model is this: he buys new firearms, disassembles them, and sells the parts/components. The parts are basically new, and are called take-offs. He offers free shipping provided you spend enough.

+1 for S&P. I got a Charger stock and various components from them to make a faux-Charger 'Other' out of a Brownell's stripped 10/22 receiver. Shipped fast and everything was in tip-top shape.

[ojisan]

The stock is an Eaton, they were the original makers of this type of stock.
Eaton sold the design to Butler Creek, who added the rubber plug for the grip cavity.

A folding stock is legal in CA on a rimfire.
Just be sure that the barrel you use is 18" or longer, (standard is 18 1/2") the Compact model 16" barrel will leave you an inch or so short of the Ca minimum folded length of 26" when the stock is folded.
CA measures overall length in the shortest possible configuration.

If it was your Dad's gun, I would leave it just the way he has it and enjoy it.
Looks like a nice set-up.

[ARDude]

Originally Posted by ojisan

The stock is an Eaton, they were the original makers of this type of stock.
Eaton sold the design to Butler Creek, who added the rubber plug for the grip cavity.

A folding stock is legal in CA on a rimfire.
Just be sure that the barrel you use is 18" or longer, (standard is 18 1/2") the Compact model 16" barrel will leave you an inch or so short of the Ca minimum folded length of 26" when the stock is folded.
CA measures overall length in the shortest possible configuration.

If it was your Dad's gun, I would leave it just the way he has it and enjoy it.
Looks like a nice set-up.

I agree!! Mags and ammo! That's all it needs.

[CSACANNONEER]

Originally Posted by ojisan

The stock is an Eaton, they were the original makers of this type of stock.
Eaton sold the design to Butler Creek, who added the rubber plug for the grip cavity.

A folding stock is legal in CA on a rimfire.
Just be sure that the barrel you use is 18" or longer, (standard is 18 1/2") the Compact model 16" barrel will leave you an inch or so short of the Ca minimum folded length of 26" when the stock is folded.
CA measures overall length in the shortest possible configuration.

If it was your Dad's gun, I would leave it just the way he has it and enjoy it.
Looks like a nice set-up.

I agree and am glad you pointed out that it would be too short with an otherwise 16" barrel. I had to put a flash hider on one so it would not be considered a SBR in CA.

[RikersBeard]

Originally Posted by 'ol shooter

The production year can easily be found by using the serial number list on the Ruger website.

https://www.ruger.com/service/produc.../RI-10-22.html

Thank you for this. Looks like it was shipped in 1990. Model #01103

[RikersBeard]

Originally Posted by ARDude

OP, AW laws don't affect 22lr rifles. Here is one of my 10/22's tacticool'd out. Standard tactical 10/22 with a Midwest Industries chassis system.
Attachment 1138353

That look pretty cool.

[RikersBeard]

Originally Posted by ojisan

The stock is an Eaton, they were the original makers of this type of stock.
Eaton sold the design to Butler Creek, who added the rubber plug for the grip cavity.

A folding stock is legal in CA on a rimfire.
Just be sure that the barrel you use is 18" or longer, (standard is 18 1/2") the Compact model 16" barrel will leave you an inch or so short of the Ca minimum folded length of 26" when the stock is folded.
CA measures overall length in the shortest possible configuration.

If it was your Dad's gun, I would leave it just the way he has it and enjoy it.
Looks like a nice set-up.

Looks like the barrel is 18.5"

Folded the rifle is just a bit over 27" long from end to end.

I go back and forth. Ultimately if I don't need to replace the stock, I'll just leave it as is.



Thank you everyone for your input and time. Much appreciated.

[echo1]

I had one of my 10/22's in a side folder for 45 years, then went with TacStar. PAX

[CSACANNONEER]

BTW, your rifle is built better and has better components than a brand new one.

[RikersBeard]

That's good to know!

[AR22]

I would put a wood stock back on that poor thing, but that is just me..

[stormvet]

It was your fathers, my condolences. I’d leave it just the way it is, minus the scope. Think I’d put a inexpensive small red dot on it and just enjoy it as a fun little compact plinker.

[RikersBeard]

Originally Posted by Ishootforblood

Oh, I don’t know; it has that Hillbilly, trailer park charm to it.

Well, he was kind of an okie. LOL

[RNE228]

I would put a wood stock, and a stock extension on it. I'm only 6-2, but find the typical 10/22 stock to be too short...

But, it's his Dad's rifle; would probably just leave it as is. Get another 10/22 if you want something different.

Originally Posted by AR22

I would put a wood stock back on that poor thing, but that is just me..

[RNE228]

I'm a big fan of Tech Sights. I updated my and my Dad's 10/22's to the "Liberty Training Rifle" aka Appleseed style configuration. Tech Sights, GI sling, extended mag release. Works great.

But I did that while Dad was around, and he could choot it.

In this case, I would say leave it as is, and shoot it, as long as the folding stock and barrel are in fact legal in Ca. The scope is ok, and already "camo'd".

If he wants something different, go get a basic 10/22 and modify to his hearts delight. Keep Dads rifle, Dads rifle.

Originally Posted by jarhead714

Take off the scope, put some Tech Sights on there and choot it!

[RikersBeard]

Originally Posted by Ishootforblood

No offense intended. That was a common look back in the 80s-94ish. Movies of the time, like Rambo, Red Dawn and the A-Team all fueled the fad. Butler Creek and Ram-line stocks, and the mandatory “hi cap” mags. Not really shot for accuracy, so much as “Fire-power.” In actual use, it’s difficult (impossible?) to get a proper cheek wield on that stock with a scope sitting above the receiver. For that reason (mostly) experienced guys will recommend you change out the stock. Having a wood stock from S&P Outfitters is like $60. You could keep & use both stocks. (I would.).

None taken. He did have a "Rambo" knife at one point in his life. LOL

He's of that era. US Navy vet that served 21 years. He did three tours in Vietnam in River Assault Division (Mekong Delta). He seen some ****. Got a Bronze Star with "V".

[44fred]

Sorry about your Pops man.
Honor him and enjoy it just the way it is. He put his hands on it during customization….it’s him, if you know what I mean.

[Mr. Blue]

Originally Posted by RikersBeard

Thank you. Can you recommend a non-foldable stock for this? I'm guessing as is, it's not CA compliant, correct?

Sorry...I'm a noob at this.

I lost my Dad about a year ago. He had a lot of guns that he wanted to give me, guns I grew up shooting with him. But my Step-Mom decided to keep everything after he passed. I say this to say, hang on to your Dads guns. I hope they mean a lot to you. And I’m sorry for your loss. It’s never easy. But hopefully you have some great memories.
The receiver is clearly a standard 10/22…you can drop in just about any after market stock. The Ruger 10/22 has a lot of after market support. If you want to save money and get a quality stock, you could probably find a pre-owned, never used at the range OEM stock. As many people upgrade their stock to something aftermarket and are left with the OEM. I have an OEM take down stock that I’d like to sell. If you want it. LMK. But I’m not sure if it will work with the standard 10/22 receiver and barrel. I’m sure someone can chime in on that.

[AR22]

Maybe not a possibility, but any chance the original stock might still be stashed somewhere?

I only have one Rifle from my Dad, and it is actually a piece of crap Remington Viper..Not Remingtons brightest moment for sure..But mine has a very interesting, Macabre story behind it..

A Drunken Friend who claimed he was going Coon Hinting with it borrowed it from him...... Maybe he did go Coon Hunting, but he died that night..

He went out to his on and off Girlfriends house around 2 in the morning..He walked in, she came out of the Bedroom..He point the Viper at Her and attempted to fire..It either misfired or maybe he did not load it..She ducked into the Bedroom and grabbed Her .357..Well that was the end of Kevins Coon hunt and his life..

It was at the Sheriffs Dept for about 15 years...I was always going to take him up to get it..But never did..He passed about 5 years ago and I as the Executor of his estate was able to get it back..Deputy who signed it out to me said, sorry I cannot find the Magazine..My thought was maybe that was Kevin's screw up..He forgot to put the Mag in it..

[RikersBeard]

No other stock was found. I'm going to leave it as is since I don't have to change anything to make it CA legal.

[jyo]

10-22s are the most customized 22 rifles on the planet---I'm glad you're gonna keep it as you dad (RIP) modified it. Enjoy it---they're much fun... Remember your dad every time you take it out to shoot!

[newbie1234]

My condolence. If I was you, I would hang that 10/22 on the wall after engraving "I always remember you Pop" on the rifle.
And buy another 10/22 to shoot if I want one.

[Cowboy T]

OP should take that rifle out to shoot as often as he can. That's Dad's rifle. It deserves to be properly honored by using it.

[Thrashard340]

Originally Posted by RikersBeard

Can anyone tell more more about this rifle?

My dad passed away and this was one of his rifles at his home in AZ. I'd like to get more information about it. Other than the foldable stock.

It's just stamped Ruger Model 10/22 Carbine. So, is that what it is?

Tried to find out if there is a newer version on Ruger's site. But this one has a pistol grip. Do they not make this any more?

That looks like a clone of the M1 Carbine Paratrooper stock. 10/22's are fun to shoot with a ton of aftermarket support. Stock up on the .22 and enjoy. Here is what I did with my Wife's 10/22.

[jason925]

How’s the trigger on the ps90 / 1022. I always heard they were horrible. But I do think it looks good. That what kept me from getting one

[Thrashard340]

Originally Posted by jason925

How’s the trigger on the ps90 / 1022. I always heard they were horrible. But I do think it looks good. That what kept me from getting one

It's horrible. I added a BX trigger and it helped somewhat, but yeah, that's the trade off with a bull pup kit or any kit that uses a trigger bar. I'll add that the HTA 90/22 is pure fun factor at an indoor range. It is still the most fun gun to shoot in my collection. It's not a precision shooter by any means compared to some of the builds on here.