22lr rifle again.

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02-03-2021, 09:24
Erni

22lr rifle again.

Ok there has not been enough gun talk here on this gunboard. So let?s pretend we can get some ammo and talk 22lr rifles.

Things did not align last time I wanted to buy a bolt 22 so wanted to ask again for recommendations and ask if upgrading the 10/22 is a better way to go.

The gun stores are mostly dry but Murdoch?s had a Christiansen arms, a Bergara (I think) with a carbon fiber barrel. I think both were semiauto so I was wondering if upgrading a 10/22 is not a better way to go. The only bolt gun I saw was a RIA m14y. Those are decent for the $ but clearly not precise.
Also since I have not bought a can yet a bolt gun has no benefit right now.

So maybe the following upgrades: a tacsol barrel, a decent 3-9 Leupold, a trigger update and eventually a stock.
Anyone done a similar project?
02-03-2021, 09:32
Irving

Like this?
https://www.ar-15.co/threads/120683-...=1#post2264519
02-03-2021, 09:42
Erni

Yes. Did you run a complete update on most of the components? Would you do it the same way again?
02-03-2021, 10:10
Irving

All I did was buy a barrel and the stock, everything else is factory. I love it because it is stupid light (3.5lbs?). I've mostly used it for small game hunting, with the red dot zeroed at something like 13 yards for CCI quiets. I think I'd do everything the same again; perhaps something like a 1-4 optic would be nice.
02-03-2021, 11:39
buffalobo

I spend more time behind my 22 bolt gun than semis. Lower rate of ammo consumption. Even practice with Eley at .25/rd is better than $1 + for centerfire.

Irvings 10/22 from the link is pretty cool, crazy lite.
02-03-2021, 12:39
ray1970

I made almost a carbon copy of Irving?s rifle after shooting his. Mine is tons of fun and likely could fare well as a precision type rifle with the right optic but I?m happy just plinking away with the red dot.

I do have plans for a bolt action in the future but am waiting for the firearms world to return to some sort of normalcy before diving in.
02-03-2021, 12:40
Grant H.

If you want to upgrade your 10/22 for accuracy, I would recommend Kidd.

https://www.kiddinnovativedesign.com/

My kidd barreled 10/22 is an absolute blast to shoot, and is crazy accurate.
02-03-2021, 12:41
ray1970

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Originally Posted by buffalobo

Irvings 10/22 from the link is pretty cool, crazy lite.

I?ve weighed mine and with a fully loaded magazine and the optic it comes in just shy of four pounds.
02-03-2021, 13:31
Irving

My rifle is a copy of wulf202's rifle after he let me handle his.
02-03-2021, 14:28
Delfuego

I wouldn't fix up a 10/22 unless it's something like a Kidd. It would be a Franken-Rifle. Some end up good, some end up as a money-pit, and you never get you money back out of it. At that point you might just buy a Kidd Super-Grade exactly how you want it.

Ruger RPR22 can be hit or miss, but for $200-$300 some really shoot well. More than that money and I would pass.
Tikka T1 is a good rifle and not expensive.
CZ457 is a great little gun for the money.
The Bergara is supposed to be very nice. R700 footprint, trigger, magazines, etc is a really nice thing
Anschutz is an Anschutz. Only downside are magazines.
40x / Vudoo / Bighorn are the next level up.
02-03-2021, 16:48
Wulf202

Savage mk2 has extraction issues. Otherwise it's a fun and accurate choice.

That 10/22 was a project I put together a while ago. Mine runs fiber irons with a fluted tacsol though and their rear sight wiggles... Plastic trigger housing guns got me thinking about it when ruger switched. Also has a super short length of pull for youngins. You could shave a bit more weight if you pulled the bolt lock components and lightened (bubba) the stock, thinned the trigger a bit and drill a cleaning rod hole in the reciever. But all that would be maybe 3 ounces.

I've got another setup in mind that will likely save about 1lb off this one but requires starting over
02-03-2021, 18:56
Grant H.

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Originally Posted by Wulf202

Savage mk2 has extraction issues. Otherwise it's a fun and accurate choice.

With what ammo?

None of mine struggle with Wolf Match
02-03-2021, 19:21
ray1970

I think some of the early mk2's had extraction issues but pretty sure there were easy fixes and Savage has since corrected the issue.
02-03-2021, 19:37
Irving

Quote:

Originally Posted by ray1970

I think some of the early mk2's had extraction issues but pretty sure there were easy fixes and Savage has since corrected the issue.

If anyone knows what the fixes are, let me know. My little brother has a Savage with extraction issues.
02-03-2021, 20:09
Wulf202

Quote:

Originally Posted by Grant H.

With what ammo?

None of mine struggle with Wolf Match

Aguila, Remington, cci, wolf match. Maybe 1 in 20 if the bolt is super clean
02-03-2021, 20:23
Grant H.

Quote:

Originally Posted by Wulf202

Aguila, Remington, cci, wolf match. Maybe 1 in 20 if the bolt is super clean

Wow... 100% not my experience with any of mine (multiple 22's, and a couple of 17's.)
02-03-2021, 22:00
Wulf202

Quote:

Originally Posted by Irving

If anyone knows what the fixes are, let me know. My little brother has a Savage with extraction issues.

Looking tonight for an answer. Looks like it's an extractor spring savage will provide an updated part
02-03-2021, 22:02
Irving

Quote:

Originally Posted by Wulf202

Looking tonight for an answer. Looks like it's an extractor spring savage will provide an updated part

Okay thanks. He bought his on his 18th birthday so his model is like 15 years old. Sounds like they've since corrected the issue. I'm sure he'll be glad to have an easy answer.
02-04-2021, 09:29
Tim K

I have two Savages I built up as .22 trainers. One is in a chassis that goes really small for the kids and the other is in a Boyds Tacticool stock. The shoot incredibly well considering the barreled action and trigger was a whopping $200.
02-04-2021, 11:32
beast556

My kids and my self have really been enjoying shooting precision 22lr. Only thing is quality ammo is a little hard to find right now.
02-04-2021, 12:21
rondog

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My very first gun a 1952 Remington 514 single shot .22, given to me by my oldest brother for Xmas when I was around 10. Still have it, still deadly accurate! Used to snipe turtles with it at some leased fishing ponds as a kid, it made some great head shots.

I stripped the stock a couple years ago and did a BLO finish on it, made a world of difference. Need to take the ol' girl out to play!
02-04-2021, 12:21
Grant H.

Quote:

Originally Posted by beast556

My kids and my self have really been enjoying shooting precision 22lr. Only thing is quality ammo is a little hard to find right now.

Not the cheapest I have ever bought the stuff, but not horribly over priced either. In stock per their website too.

https://ammunitionstore.com/products...round-box.html