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Posted: 3/30/2021 8:04:12 PM EDT
Could anyone suggest a .22lr 8-12” dedicated upper, that is in stock or doesn’t have 12 week lead time?

I ordered one with CMMG but the back order tells me 20+ weeks. I just really don’t want to wait that long.
Link Posted: 3/30/2021 8:49:47 PM EDT
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Sadly, I've not found any. Had an order two months in with CMMG, cancelled it. Really the only hard part to find is the barrel. Upper, bolt w/collar, handguard and charging handle are all available at Righttobear.com. .22 barrels show up on the EE here upon occasion.
Link Posted: 3/31/2021 6:37:15 PM EDT
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Build it yourself.  Shop around and you can find some good deals.  If you want a plinker, Righttobear is a good place to get CMMG bolts and barrels.  If you want something more accurate, have you checked out Compass Lake?
Link Posted: 3/31/2021 8:17:56 PM EDT
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You are likely going to have to assemble it yourself.  Sign up for email alerts on every site that inventories the parts you need and be ready with your card when you get the message.
Link Posted: 4/1/2021 9:20:56 AM EDT
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Appreciate all the info.

I think the consensus is to find a barrel, everything else does appear to be semi readily available.  

So if anyone comes across an in-stock .22lr barrel 8-12”, please let me know…

All .22lr barrels and completed uppers on RTB are out of stock.

Compass lake looks like just 20”+ and I just am looking for a plinker. 1k$ is a little pricy.. but can’t really be picky either.

Part of me wants to just use a .223/5.56 barrel and deal with the 1:7 twist but I have no idea how accurate that would be...
Link Posted: 4/1/2021 9:34:32 AM EDT
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I'd highly suggest holding out for a dedicated .22 LR barrel. With that said, at modest distances, in my experience, accuracy isn't horrendous with a 16" 1:7 5.56 barrel. However, you'll need to use the CMMG bolt w/chamber adapter instead of the barrel collar. This of course gives you the option to shoot 5.56 in your pistol. You'll have the gas coming into the bolt for no good reason, just have to clean it more often and shoot a couple 5.56 rounds from time to time to blow the crap out of the gas tube.

So I guess it's up to you if the dual caliber option is worth the loss in accuracy and extra mess from the gas tube (no getting around the fact that a BB .22 is going to make a mess anyway).

I lucked into a CMMG 4.5" barrel here on the EE, so they do show up if you're patient.
Link Posted: 4/2/2021 6:29:57 AM EDT
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I'd highly suggest holding out for a dedicated .22 LR barrel. With that said, at modest distances, in my experience, accuracy isn't horrendous with a 16" 1:7 5.56 barrel. However, you'll need to use the CMMG bolt w/chamber adapter instead of the barrel collar. This of course gives you the option to shoot 5.56 in your pistol. You'll have the gas coming into the bolt for no good reason, just have to clean it more often and shoot a couple 5.56 rounds from time to time to blow the crap out of the gas tube.

So I guess it's up to you if the dual caliber option is worth the loss in accuracy and extra mess from the gas tube (no getting around the fact that a BB .22 is going to make a mess anyway).

I lucked into a CMMG 4.5" barrel here on the EE, so they do show up if you're patient.
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I got on the Brownells back in stock notification list. Got mine 4 weeks later.
Link Posted: 4/2/2021 9:43:26 AM EDT
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You might not be interested but the S&W M&P 15-22 pistol is pretty easy to find under $500.

I have been looking for .22lr uppers to build dedicated rimfire AR's and ended up getting a couple 15-22's.
Link Posted: 4/2/2021 12:38:15 PM EDT
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You might not be interested but the S&W M&P 15-22 pistol is pretty easy to find under $500.

I have been looking for .22lr uppers to build dedicated rimfire AR's and ended up getting a couple 15-22's.
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8" barrel only, poly upper and lower. Plus I believe I've read that the poly upper won't mate to a regular AR lower w/o some modification (no personal experience). For the cost, I think it makes sense to build one's own dedicated upper. I know poly is fine for a .22, but I'm personally rather fond of aluminum and the ability to use any standard AR accessories.
Link Posted: 4/2/2021 12:49:54 PM EDT
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I’m not a fan of the polymer uppers like used in S&W 15-22 or Chiappa dedicated 22 uppers.   The more rigid aluminum is the way to go IMHO.  The KE Arms one piece polymer lowers look very promising if you want a fixed stock.
Link Posted: 4/6/2021 2:37:46 PM EDT
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Putting together a .22 upper couldn't be much easier. The only thing you need to do is torque the barrel nut, bolt on your handguard and drop in the bolt. Perhaps 15 minutes total.
Link Posted: 4/10/2021 12:44:50 AM EDT
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Sign up for email notifications for individual parts. Like others have said, they’re not hard to put together.  
RIght To Bear is GTG. Anderson or MAS Defense blem uppers are inexpensive. It took me maybe 2-3 months to gather everything for an upper, and I’m cheap and was shopping around.
Link Posted: 4/16/2021 8:51:03 PM EDT
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Consider the 4.5" bbl. It will keep most bulk pack ammo subsonic if you might want to suppress.
Link Posted: 4/17/2021 8:03:16 PM EDT
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PM sent to OP.

ETA: OK, I’ll post it up here, too, since OP said he/she was looking for a shorter barrel- AIM Surplus has Tippmann Arms 22LR rifles in stock.
Link Posted: 4/19/2021 2:45:05 PM EDT
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Appreciate the info everyone.

I already have a lower for this build so I am not looking for complete rifles/pistols at the moment.

I started buying parts and building before I realized how rare dedicated .22lr uppers are...
Link Posted: 7/20/2021 7:04:56 AM EDT
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I am still looking...

One showed up on an auction site... but I lost out when it went for double list price.

I wish CMMG would at least respond to my emails and say “yes, it’s still coming.”

I have been waiting 17 weeks.
Link Posted: 7/20/2021 7:37:10 AM EDT
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Do you just need a barrel?

An assembled upper minus the BCG?

An assembled upper with BCG?
Link Posted: 7/20/2021 10:51:12 AM EDT
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Rtb has you halfway there if you can build yourself: https://www.righttobear.com/RTB-4-5-inch-22LR-barrel-Bolt-Mags-p/rtb-22ba487-rtb-pcc-3.htm

Just need to find a barrel, handguard and you’re set. I’m using 2 uppers from rtb on my 9mm and .22lr, gtg
Link Posted: 7/20/2021 11:27:24 AM EDT
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That's a big need. :)

I am looking for whatever becomes available first.. barrel or completed assembly.

As Dave80 pointed out, I can build around a barrel if I find one (Pistol length < 8",  1:10 - 1:16 twist, .22lr). They just have been unavailable, at least through my searches.
Link Posted: 7/20/2021 11:33:25 AM EDT
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Rtb has you halfway there if you can build yourself: https://www.righttobear.com/RTB-4-5-inch-22LR-barrel-Bolt-Mags-p/rtb-22ba487-rtb-pcc-3.htm

Just need to find a barrel, handguard and you’re set. I’m using 2 uppers from rtb on my 9mm and .22lr, gtg
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That's not too bad.
The problem is finding a barrel...
I've been looking and waiting for months for a 4.5" to come back in stock.
Link Posted: 7/20/2021 11:54:42 AM EDT
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Link Posted: 7/20/2021 11:55:32 AM EDT
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Link Posted: 7/20/2021 1:09:16 PM EDT
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our pencil barrels will finally be available here in a few weeks.  
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Can you define a "few"?

I am encouraged to cancel my order with CMMG and order through RTB just based on the fact you respond..

Link Posted: 7/20/2021 1:21:41 PM EDT
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our pencil barrels will finally be available here in a few weeks.  

https://www.righttobear.com/RTB-16-inch-22LR-Lightweight-Pencil-Barrel-p/rtb22lr16lw.htm

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Nice!
How about your 4.5", any expectation on those?
I've been on the "contact when available" list for-ev-Ver!
Link Posted: 7/20/2021 7:05:32 PM EDT
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Link Posted: 7/20/2021 7:09:38 PM EDT
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Link Posted: 7/20/2021 7:42:47 PM EDT
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We're making big investments in machinery this year, with 22lr being the main driving force. For our next few batches of 22 barrels, we're still relying on contractors but once we're up and running in our new facility early next year, we'll have a steady supply of RTB in-house .22LR, 5.56, 300 Blackout barrels.
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Awesome!
Link Posted: 7/20/2021 7:53:06 PM EDT
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just get a whole tippman rifle

https://tippmannarms.com/shop-all/firearms/m4-22-pistol/
Link Posted: 7/20/2021 9:23:42 PM EDT
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More 9" .22LR barrels please!   Although I like my converted 10.5" PSA 5.56 with a reversed gas block well enough.
Link Posted: 7/21/2021 11:05:18 AM EDT
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That is awesome news!

RTB pulling through for us common folk in need of firearm parts!
Link Posted: 7/24/2021 2:05:50 PM EDT
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You could contact Clint at Beyer Barrels and see what he has available.
Link Posted: 7/27/2021 1:05:51 PM EDT
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I have been waiting 17 weeks.
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Optics Planet has 9" barrels listed as arriving in "7-18" days for $153.  I'm not suggesting that you should believe that estimate, but it's one resource.
Link Posted: 7/29/2021 9:21:25 PM EDT
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We should have a batch of stress relived but uncoated pencil barrels in 10-14 days.  We're using a local vendor here in FL for black nitride, so that shouldn't take more than a week. As long as we don't run into any hiccups we should be able to QC and have them ready for sale within 3-4 weeks
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Good because I have a 22LR build that I am waiting for a pencil 16" profile 22lr barrel!
Link Posted: 7/30/2021 11:05:29 AM EDT
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Optics Planet has 9" barrels listed as arriving in "7-18" days for $153.  I'm not suggesting that you should believe that estimate, but it's one resource.
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I have been waiting 17 weeks.


Optics Planet has 9" barrels listed as arriving in "7-18" days for $153.  I'm not suggesting that you should believe that estimate, but it's one resource.


Wait till it’s actually in stock.

I waited on an 11.5” spikes barrel last summer. It took 4 months till it actually went in stock(estimation is just that and kept changing). Once it was in stock, I ordered immediately on a Wednesday and they delivered it on a Sunday with free shipping
Link Posted: 8/24/2021 4:59:17 PM EDT
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We should have a batch of stress relived but uncoated pencil barrels in 10-14 days.  We're using a local vendor here in FL for black nitride, so that shouldn't take more than a week. As long as we don't run into any hiccups we should be able to QC and have them ready for sale within 3-4 weeks
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How are we doing on that that 3-4 weeks?
Link Posted: 8/25/2021 7:55:27 PM EDT
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How are we doing on that that 3-4 weeks?
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Last I heard (about a week or 2 ago, directly from them), about 1st week of Sept. is when they should come back into stock.
Link Posted: 8/29/2021 2:41:37 PM EDT
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rather than start a new thread, do any reputable companies have a 16" barrel complete 22LR AR upper in stock right now?
Link Posted: 9/7/2021 3:26:25 PM EDT
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rather than start a new thread, do any reputable companies have a 16" barrel complete 22LR AR upper in stock right now?
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No one then?
Link Posted: 9/9/2021 7:13:20 PM EDT
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Optics planet 9" CMMG. 2 In stock.

But on a real note, I'd be surpised if it were actually in stock vs it being a mistake.  22lr barrels have been very hard to find.
Link Posted: 9/9/2021 8:54:20 PM EDT
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Optics planet 9" CMMG. 2 In stock.

But on a real note, I'd be surpised if it were actually in stock vs it being a mistake.  22lr barrels have been very hard to find.
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I am looking for a complete upper
Link Posted: 9/10/2021 4:17:18 PM EDT
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Late to the OP, but Midway USA has the Nordic 9.25 complete upper for just under $500:  9.25" barrel, uses Black Dog magazine.  

First time I have seen them for sale in a long time.  Mine is a little different model, but it has worked flawlessly (about 1,000 rounds).

Nordic made the DPMS 22LR uppers.

Link Posted: 9/10/2021 5:46:39 PM EDT
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Link is is for a complete .22lr cmmg 9" upper...  Not a 16", but I haven't seen anything 16" in a long time. I was just pointing out 22lr barrels have been a real struggle to find.  If barrels are hard to get, you wont be getting barrels either then was my point.

https://www.opticsplanet.com/cmmg-inc-banshee-200-series-upper-receiver-group.html?_iv_parent-caliber=dot-22-long-rifle&_iv_code=2CM-URC-BANSHEE200-22B8F2D&_iv_caliber-193146313=dot-22-long-rifle-1

if the link doesnt work, look up the cmmg and narrow down my .22lr caliber and it should show up as the Banshee 200.

Looks like only 1 left now.
Link Posted: 9/10/2021 7:45:39 PM EDT
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Link is is for a complete .22lr cmmg 9" upper...  Not a 16", but I haven't seen anything 16" in a long time. I was just pointing out 22lr barrels have been a real struggle to find.  If barrels are hard to get, you wont be getting barrels either then was my point.

https://www.opticsplanet.com/cmmg-inc-banshee-200-series-upper-receiver-group.html?_iv_parent-caliber=dot-22-long-rifle&_iv_code=2CM-URC-BANSHEE200-22B8F2D&_iv_caliber-193146313=dot-22-long-rifle-1

if the link doesnt work, look up the cmmg and narrow down my .22lr caliber and it should show up as the Banshee 200.

Looks like only 1 left now.
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And now 0 left.  On sale for 510 plus 10% off.
Link Posted: 9/12/2021 8:20:14 PM EDT
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Link Posted: 9/12/2021 8:36:19 PM EDT
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Back in stock!  Sorry guys, took longer than we originally thought it would.  We've also migrated to a new website and you may not be able to login to your account. Use guest checkout if you have any issues and we will sync the order with your account if you have one!
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Just got my e-mail notification and was on top of it.  Order placed!  Came here to spread the great news too.

RTB 16" pencil contour 22lr barrels for those interested on RightToBear.com
Link Posted: 9/13/2021 9:28:32 AM EDT
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Back in stock!  Sorry guys, took longer than we originally thought it would.  We've also migrated to a new website and you may not be able to login to your account. Use guest checkout if you have any issues and we will sync the order with your account if you have one!
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Nice!

Any idea of when you might have some 4.5" barrels back in stock?
Link Posted: 9/16/2021 7:13:12 AM EDT
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Do you need a dedicated 22 rf upper to build on or would a regular  upper work as well? It looks like the only difference is the size of the ejection port.
Link Posted: 9/16/2021 7:24:27 AM EDT
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Do you need a dedicated 22 rf upper to build on or would a regular  upper work as well? It looks like the only difference is the size of the ejection port.
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Regular upper works.

My PSA 22LR upper is built on a std. AR upper
Link Posted: 9/16/2021 1:48:21 PM EDT
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Nice!

Any idea of when you might have some 4.5" barrels back in stock?
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Here is a nice complete 4.5" CMMG Setup on the EE:



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