10/22 Barrel upgrade

[G21Shooter]

I have had my 10/22 for a couple years now and I have decided it is time to upgrade the factory barrel with something nicer.

Any suggestions on a sub $200 barrel? I'd like to be able to shoot sub half inch groups at 50 yards. With the factory stainless barrel the best I can do is 1.5 inches.

Lots and lots of brands to choose from, very overwhelming.

Thanks.

[mnichols]

There are many good options. Rimfirecentral has tons of info for you. Kidd is #1

[Fenr1r]

Kidd has some sales going on now. I bought the lightweight barrel for my 10/22 but it hasn't arrived yet but over at Rimfire Central they say Kidd is the best of the best.

http://www.coolguyguns.com/10-22-KIDD-BARRELS_c_8.html

[G21Shooter]

Thanks for the input. I'll take a good look at Kidd barrels.

Does anyone have experience with Beyer barrels?

http://www.beyerbarrels.com

[SmallShark]

You can not go wrong with kidd 20 " stainless blasted bull barrel practically and cosmetically.

They ship very fast.

[mnichols]

If youre not aware, a bull barrel will not fit your stock without modification. just fyi

[TKM]

Talk to Fred.

http://www.1022rifle.com/longcontoured

[G21Shooter]

If youre not aware, a bull barrel will not fit your stock without modification. just fyi

I know, I have my mind set on the Houge stock in ghillie tan with the bull barrel channel.


I think I have settled on a Kidd barrel, the 18 inch bead blasted fluted with comp. Going to research more though.

Is there any good reason to get a 20 inch barrel over 18 when it comes to 22 lr?

[Staticsouls]

http://www.1022racerifle.com/category/barrels/ruger-1022-lr-barrels/

Try that link. The er shaw and green mt stuff is very affordable, and has a good rep i guess.

[crufflers]

I had a 10/22 with a Hogue nylon (ridgid) regular channel stock, and didn't want to upgrade the stock so I tried a Volquartsen Muzzle-weighted barrel. It is a shooter.

It is a "choked" stainless target barrel that is HEAVY .920 for the last 4" or so. It shoots great. Price was $140 way back when... not sure what today's prices would be.

Makes for a short light handy rifle too.

Length is pretty optimal too at 16.5" just don't put it into one of those Red Jacket bullpup stocks - not quite long enough.

https://www.volquartsen.com/products/541-stainless-muzzle-weighted-barrel

[Press Check]

I know, I have my mind set on the Houge stock in ghillie tan with the bull barrel channel.


I think I have settled on a Kidd barrel, the 18 inch bead blasted fluted with comp. Going to research more though.

Is there any good reason to get a 20 inch barrel over 18 when it comes to 22 lr?

Peak velocity in a 22LR round is reached at about 16 inches. Beyond that, the round is slowed by friction.

[BigStiCK]

I had a TacSol X-ring aluminum barrel on my previous 10-22 build- Absolutely loved it.

Didnt realize how light it was until I bought a 10-22 target with the standard bull barrel. HUGE difference!

I will be getting another X-ring soon.

[fourtraxmc]

Kidd barrel looks great and is very accurate, but likes premium ammo.

[sholling]

I think I have settled on a Kidd barrel, the 18 inch bead blasted fluted with comp.

Great choice.

Is there any good reason to get a 20 inch barrel over 18 when it comes to 22 lr?

None, other than aesthetics.

[Paperchasin]

20" barrel can add additional weight.