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Ruger 10/22 Ruger 10/22
Ruger 10/22 Ruger 10/22
  • Massive aftermarket
  • Affordable ammo
  • Reliable
  • Plastic trigger guard
Editor’s Note:

The Ruger 10/22 remains America’s most popular rimfire rifle, with millions having been sold since its inception. Utilizing a simple blowback design and a 10-round rotary magazine, the standard 10/22 is a reliable and accurate rifle that is cheap to operate and easy to maintain. With the ability to easily mount optics, along with a massive aftermarket, the 10/22 is possibly the most accessible plinking rifle on the market.

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Ruger 10/22 Specs

Action
Semi-Auto
Barrel Length
18.50 inch
Magazine Capacity
10+1 rounds
Caliber
22 LR
Weight
7.6 lbs
Price
$289.72

Ruger 10/22 Features

18.5" cold-hammer forged barrel
10-round detachable rotary magazine
Adjustable rear sight and gold bead front sight
Hardwood or black synthetic stock
Combination scope base adapter

By The Numbers - Ruger 10/22

Accuracy
Each model comes with cold-hammer forged barrels that will produce solid accuracy. Accurized models are available for those seeking smaller groups.
Reliability
The rotary magazine and simple action ensure great reliability. As with an .22 LR, cheap ammo may cause issues, but this is not a fault of the rifle.
Customization
The aftermarket for the 10/22 rivals that of the AR-15 and Glock platforms.
Ergonomics
These guns are light and handy. The mag release can take a little getting used to, but everything is intuitive and balanced.
Overall
The 10/22 is an excellent gun for beginners and experienced shooters alike. Affordable, customizable, reliable, and widely available - a tough combination to beat.

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Henry AR-7

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“Henry’s AR-7 is perfect for those who like to backpack or hike but want a little protection along the way. It’s lightweight, compact, and the perfect addition to a camping backpack.” – Eric Hung

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Chiappa Little Badger

$196.99

“Chiappa’s Little Badger is a single-shot rifle with a wire stock and hardly anything but a small barrel, receiver, and wire stock. It weighs 2.9 pounds and comes with four short rails to attach accessories to. It’s very easy to operate — all you have to do is load the gun, close it up, cock the hammer, and pull the trigger. The gun folds in half to be only roughly 17 inches long. It’s super thin and fits in a backpack with hardly any room taken up.” — Travis Pike

 

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Henry Golden Boy .22 LR

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Classic lines, cheap ammo, and an affordable rifle are all calling cards of the Henry Golden Boy .22 LR. For those looking for some western-style lever-action fun, it is hard to pass up the 6.75 lb brass and walnut beauty of the Golden Boy. Its low weight, adjustable buckhorn sights, and good balance help make this rifle easy to shoot offhand and fun to plink with. A good trigger, a smooth lever action, and the low recoil of .22 LR will be sure to put a smile on your face for hours on end.

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final verdict

The Ruger 10/22 has, is, and always will be America’s go-to plinker. There is something about a simple and affordable design that is reliable and cheap to shoot. Whether you are a new shooter, a veteran of the craft, a survivalist, or someone just wanting to teach their kids how to shoot, it is truly a gun that should be in your closet. If there is anything on the gun that doesn’t suit you, it is almost guaranteed an aftermarket company has you covered. There is just no reason to not have a 10/22 around.

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