Ruger 10/22 models

[91 whiskey 209]

Hey guys, I'm looking to buy a .22. I have researched a little and have decided to get a ruger. My question is which 10/22? Is it better/cheaper to get their top of the line 10/22 and not worry about modifying it very much or should I get the most basic model and then customize it? I'm on my iPhone and can't search very well on this app. Thank you.

[Rock6.3]

It really depends upon your intended use and your goals for the rifle.

I went with a heavy barrel model because I did not want to have to rework or replace the stock (but I did replace the barrel and extractor and added sling swivels and upgraded the sights.)

If you want to hit tin cans at 15 feet get the cheapest one you can find and you are done.

If you want an accurate toy you have work to do and parts to replace.

[91 whiskey 209]

I want it to practice my precision shooting cheaply (Compared to my .308). Secondary purpose is to shoot a rabbit or two.

[Rock6.3]

In my opinion an accurate Ruger 10/22 has a long barrel and has:

*been rechambered, or has had a barrel replacement, which probably requires an extractor upgrade
*has a trigger job done, or a trigger replacement
*has upgraded iron sights or a scope installed
*a modified stock such that the check weld area is at the correct height for the user
*a polished bolt top and a radiused polished heel (for function, not bling)

Thus I would be left with a factory receiver, barrel clamp, trigger guard, and the bolt.

[davek8s]

My friend bought the factory target 10/22 with the heavy barrel. Problem is it has the factory trigger. When I was upgrading my 10/22 1 part at a time, I found that upgrading the hammer and trigger made the biggest difference in accuracy.

My 2 cents is you're better off upgrading 1.

[JNunez23]

Go with the carbine, stainless steel. Enjoy.

http://www.ruger.com/products/1022Carbine/models.html

[Fadedline]

Get a used 10/22, and then go here:

http://www.coolguyguns.com/

[JavaBrewer]

I recently bought a new 10/22 for my son and spent the extra $$ for the stainless model with synthetic stock. Now after 3K rounds or so downrange the mod wish list continues to grow. If I could start over I would buy the cheapest 10/22 I could find - used (clean and taken care of) would be fine too...no sales tax on PPT.

[91 whiskey 209]

I recently bought a new 10/22 for my son and spent the extra $$ for the stainless model with synthetic stock. Now after 3K rounds or so downrange the mod wish list continues to grow. If I could start over I would buy the cheapest 10/22 I could find - used (clean and taken care of) would be fine too...no sales tax on PPT.

Thanks java, that's kinda what I was looking for. 1st hand experience. Advice noted and appreciated.

[stacym]

I recently bought a new 10/22 for my son and spent the extra $$ for the stainless model with synthetic stock. Now after 3K rounds or so downrange the mod wish list continues to grow. If I could start over I would buy the cheapest 10/22 I could find - used (clean and taken care of) would be fine too...no sales tax on PPT.

After looking at all the cool accessories, that's exactly what I did - bought a bone stock cheap one. I'm still on my 10-day wait, and overwhelmed with accessory options!

[movie zombie]

what about those of us [me] that just want one to shoot? i've no interested in tinkering....and think i'd be better just buying what i want in the first place. any suggestions?

i take it that this

http://big5sportinggoods.shoplocal.com/big5/default.aspx?action=detail&storeid=2503868&rapid=0&listingid=-2080880703&offerid=

is what jNuez23 suggested.

ideas?

[Brandon04GT]

what about those of us [me] that just want one to shoot? i've no interested in tinkering....and think i'd be better just buying what i want in the first place. any suggestions?

i take it that this

http://big5sportinggoods.shoplocal.com/big5/default.aspx?action=detail&storeid=2503868&rapid=0&listingid=-2080880703&offerid=

is what jNuez23 suggested.

ideas?

I'm in the same boat and would also like to know. I'm looking for a good cheap 22 plinker that has the potential for upgrades later down the road if I choose to throw money at it.

[JNunez23]

Yup, that's the one I have and I practically shoot it stock. No major mods to the inside of the rifle, only a scope and a bipod. I have about 3k to 4k rounds shot through this rifle with not one issue (knock on wood! lol) Anyway, I would say this is the best way to go if you like the stainless barrel-synthetic stock look, and want something you can shoot the same day you pick it up. I purchased mine from Turners during the Christmas sale for $229, which turned into $280 or so out the door. If you don't mind the blued barrel with the wood stock, it's about $20 or $30 cheaper. I'll post some pics tonight when I get home to show you my set-up. My favorite gun to shoot so far. Good luck!

* feel free to PM me if I can be of any help to you.

[JNunez23]

Here's one. I just swapped out the trigger for a billet aluminum one I bought online for $20. I'll post some more later, but as you can see it's practically stock. Just make it a habit to clean it after shooting it, and it will be a fun, cheap toy to shoot.

[sprintcar]

any model will work. I have a bone stock cheapie that is getting basically new everything and a target model with just a stock change and some tuning on the trigger. they both shoot great.