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Posted: 12/26/2017 6:41:48 PM EDT
Just bought my first 10/22. I have *several* ARs in .22LR including a 604-ish clone and SBRs. No 10/22s until today.
I picked up the takedown model from Sportsman's Warehouse for $249 - seemed like a good deal. I needed a threaded barrel for my suppressors so that was a plus. I was not sure about having a takedown, but as I researched, it seemed like a good option - especially for swapping between vehicles on the farm. I have a Magpul Backpacker stock already on the way... what should be next on my list? My intended purpose beside farm use is as a first rifle for my 6-year old (who will have her NRA life membership paid-off in about 4 months). 
Thanks in advance! ETA - first thought was to buy a RAR, but this was called my name today. I'll have to order the RAR - no one has them in stock locally threaded. I'm sure I'll take myself into it soon enough. |
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Posted: 12/26/2017 6:53:47 PM EDT
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I thought the trigger on new ones kind of sucked, I took the easy way out and bought the Ruger bx trigger but they are much better ones available.
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Posted: 12/26/2017 7:00:51 PM EDT
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I thought the trigger on new ones kind of sucked, I took the easy way out and bought the Ruger bx trigger but they are much better ones available. |
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Posted: 12/26/2017 7:02:08 PM EDT
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I'd definitely go for a BX trigger. What is a lighter pull for an adult should be perfect for your youngster. As mentioned above, there are others, but if you look at reviews the consensus seems to be that the BX is as good as any.
Also, I have a newer take down, and an older pre-plastic band model. The old one is definitely half the spread of the new one at 100 yards, but for around the farm plinking and varminting, should be fine. Great 1st rifle for sure. ETA: And I'm not very happy with the BX-25 25 round magazines in my takedown. The action seems to catch on and lock up behind the mag pretty often. I can't figure out why. |
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Posted: 12/26/2017 7:06:06 PM EDT
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I'd definitely go for a BX trigger. What is a lighter pull for an adult should be perfect for your youngster. As mentioned above, there are others, but if you look at reviews the consensus seems to be that the BX is as good as any. Also, I have a newer take down, and an older pre-plastic band model. The old one is definitely half the spread of the new one at 100 yards, but for around the farm plinking and varminting, should be fine. Great 1st rifle for sure. ETA: And I'm not very happy with the BX-25 25 round magazines in my takedown. The action seems to catch on and lock up behind the mag pretty often. I can't figure out why. |
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Posted: 12/26/2017 7:07:30 PM EDT
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Dang, just go shoot it. Then shoot is some more. It's a fabulous gun. Congrats to you.
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Posted: 12/26/2017 7:21:55 PM EDT
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I bought a Stainless 10/22 about 6 years ago and it is an excellent shooter, accurate and better than some of the AR clones out there.
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Posted: 12/26/2017 8:13:40 PM EDT
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Factory trigger is rough. As others have said replace it or re work it. There is some info here but another great source is rimfirecentral.com
Factory sights also are somewhat limited. There are several rear peep sights available or you can go with a optic or red dot. For younger kids the red dot has lots going for it. Less than perfect cheek weld ( small kid trying to fit stock) as long as the kid sees the dot he can hit stuff and have fun. If you go the optic route keep in mind only something fairly compact will fit in the factory bag without a QD scope mount. Lets see...... You have the TD covered so you will need a heavy barrel tactical model and a no holds barred bench/target model at least to get started , although a plain wood stock model that you could saw off the butt to make a shorty for the kid until he outgrows it and then buy some aftermarket stock. Let's see , that's four---not all you will want but it is a start |
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Posted: 12/26/2017 8:49:41 PM EDT
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I installed Hi Viz fiber optic sights on my stainless/synthetic TD. What a difference that makes since I am not going to scope it. Also OP, you might want to consider an auto bolt release mod.
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Posted: 12/26/2017 11:06:07 PM EDT
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M&P 15-22. I don't even look back anymore. Great training rifle. Mags are $12 on sale these days.
I'm done with the 10/22. |
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Posted: 12/26/2017 11:36:41 PM EDT
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The Brimstone intermediate trigger is very nice. You send yours in and they work it. The BX trigger isn’t bad at all and it’s cheaper. If you sell your original trigger you can lower your cost even more.
The Weaver rimfire scopes are nice esp for the money |
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Posted: 12/26/2017 11:38:27 PM EDT
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M&P 15-22. I don't even look back anymore. Great training rifle. Mags are $12 on sale these days. I'm done with the 10/22. |
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Posted: 12/27/2017 1:03:46 AM EDT
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Recommendation on a rail? It comes with a Weaver(?) rail, but I think I probably need something Picatinny?
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Posted: 12/27/2017 1:12:04 AM EDT
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Recommendation on a rail? It comes with a Weaver(?) rail, but I think I probably need something Picatinny? In regards to other upgrades, I’d shoot it a while first and see what you “need.” Besides maybe finding the BX trigger for a good price I can’t see dropping $150-300 on a trigger for a ~$200 gun. You will likely find that it’s a plenty accurate platform with the right ammo and a halfway decent scope. However, if your pockets can handle it the sky is the limit on 10/22 accessories. |
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Posted: 12/27/2017 1:36:50 AM EDT
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Quote HistoryQuoted: Why? Guess it depends on what kind of rings/mount/optic set up you’re looking for. Nothing wrong with a Weaver rail. In regards to other upgrades, I’d shoot it a while first and see what you “need.” Besides maybe finding the BX trigger for a good price I can’t see dropping $150-300 on a trigger for a ~$200 gun. You will likely find that it’s a plenty accurate platform with the right ammo and a halfway decent scope. However, if your pockets can handle it the sky is the limit on 10/22 accessories. On the rail - as nhsport suggested, I was planning to use a red dot to start. I thought would be a lot easier for my daughter to get the hang of handling the gun (she's got some issues with spacial acuity). The Weaver rail should work if the recoil tabs will fit. If not, I wanted to know the best option to accommodate one. |
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Posted: 12/27/2017 5:07:09 PM EDT
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The Weaver rail should work if the recoil tabs will fit. If not, I wanted to know the best option to accommodate one. Kidd makes great products and has the best shipping prices around. This rail hangs over the barrel a little. http://www.coolguyguns.com/KIDD-Scope-Base-for-factory-Ruger-1022-receiver_p_19.html |
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Posted: 12/28/2017 5:45:39 AM EDT
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I bought a Take Down when Ruger just came out with them. I added all Kidd internal parts. I took off the factory sights and installed Tech Sights Aperture sights. At the moment I am also using an Aimpoint H-1 micro red dot sight on the gun. Buy lots of magazines and ammo. I've never had problems with the Ruger BX-10 and BX-25 magazines. Enjoy and be safe.
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Posted: 12/28/2017 5:07:51 PM EDT
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Im a fan of the Volquartsen drop in hammer kit. About $30.
All you really need to do to the trigger to make it much better. |
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Posted: 12/30/2017 12:13:47 PM EDT
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I'm not gonna tell you what to do w/ your kid, but a couple notes worth mentioning:
-The Magpull stock LOP is around 13". This is A LOT for a 6yo. My kids (7 & 3) both have Rascals and even 11.25" seems like a bit much. Especially, in the colder months with jackets and such. -My kids have plenty of other firearms to use, but I try to keep them to iron sights, for now. A random plinking w/ a red dot does happen. I feel it's paramount to start at the basics and get skills and fundamentals nailed down. It's too easy for them to get distracted from these key things when they have a semi-auto w/ a magazine full of fun. -By the time you're all said and done (stock, threading, trigger, mount, dot/scope) you could have started w/ a very good bolt trainer for much less. Just saying |
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Posted: 12/30/2017 4:40:06 PM EDT
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Just bought my first 10/22. I have a Magpul Backpacker stock already on the way... what should be next on my list? Kidd |
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Posted: 1/8/2018 11:33:06 AM EDT
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Just bought my first 10/22. I have a Magpul Backpacker stock already on the way... what should be next on my list? Kidd |
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Posted: 1/8/2018 3:01:49 PM EDT
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I'd definitely go for a BX trigger. What is a lighter pull for an adult should be perfect for your youngster. As mentioned above, there are others, but if you look at reviews the consensus seems to be that the BX is as good as any. Also, I have a newer take down, and an older pre-plastic band model. The old one is definitely half the spread of the new one at 100 yards, but for around the farm plinking and varminting, should be fine. Great 1st rifle for sure. ETA: And I'm not very happy with the BX-25 25 round magazines in my takedown. The action seems to catch on and lock up behind the mag pretty often. I can't figure out why. |
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Posted: 1/11/2018 9:37:05 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryQuoted: You aren't the only one having issues with the BX-25s. At least once per mag, mine will cause a cartridge to miss the chamber and jam the nose of the round against the breach face above the chamber opening. Happens with two of my BX-25s, haven't tried the other two yet. Might give Butler Creek a try. |
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Posted: 1/31/2018 12:47:14 PM EDT
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Tagged. I just purchased a Ruger 10/22 takedown and a Ruger ISB (Rugers suppressed barrel for it). I was not able to shoot it as the rifle was purchased on the last day I was home as an impulse buy. The ISB should be good to go when I get home next time. With that said, I have seen where people in the thread has said to upgrade with KIDD parts. What parts specifically would I get the most benefit out of? This rifle will be what I teach my young son to shoot on at first when I am back. I can see a lighter trigger may help him, but is there anything else? This will be a training tool more than anything else if that helps.
Thanks in advance. |
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Posted: 1/31/2018 1:17:25 PM EDT
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