the-12bore-kid Posted January 7, 2009 Report Share Posted January 7, 2009 Buying my first ruger 10/22 for rabbits but not sure weather to go for a standard or the bull barrel, black or stainless finish ive heard the silver comes away from the action as its painted on,anyone got any advice please Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bullet boy Posted January 7, 2009 Report Share Posted January 7, 2009 I`ve got the carbine version,my Dad got the Sporter version and my mate steve b wales got the Stainless,and in my opinion they are all good!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dogfox Posted January 7, 2009 Report Share Posted January 7, 2009 whatever you feel like really, i think its only with heavy calibers that the bull barrels make the differences in accuracy, with a .22 i doubt it would make a substancial difference Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rimfire4969 Posted January 7, 2009 Report Share Posted January 7, 2009 All the 10/22 i have shot seem to shoot the same. Good thing about the 10/22 is you can add bits very easily have a look here you can change the trigger system, barrel most bits to take it from a very basic tool to a fine rifle when the cash lets you I have changed just about everything on my one and it shoot very well indeed. Trouble i have it does not come out of the cabinet very much now as i always pick up the 17 hmr Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bullet boy Posted January 7, 2009 Report Share Posted January 7, 2009 The 10/22 is the most popular rimmy of all time. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lloyd90 Posted January 7, 2009 Report Share Posted January 7, 2009 Get the target version Apparantly the heavier barrel is more accurate and takes more shots before it heats up. Plus it looks much better hehe!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Billy. Posted January 8, 2009 Report Share Posted January 8, 2009 My only experience of firing a 10/22 included a complete disappointment at the fact that the bolt didn't stay open on the last shot. I do believe there is a fix to that though, as you really don't want that amazing bunny shot to be ruined by a "click' as the pin hits nothing but thin air! Not sure about the barrels, just thought I'd put my input in! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LeeinVA Posted January 8, 2009 Report Share Posted January 8, 2009 The 10/22 is a fantastic rifle and easy to carry in the bush.. There are all sorts of mods that can be made on the rifle.. It is a tried and true design of Ruger.. Had Ruger's Mini 14 (.223) come out 10 years earlier we would be using those instead of the M16.. And as far as the bull barrel goes? It has added benefits? It adds weight to the rifle for steadier shots, removes much of the barrel resonance (vibration) and will keep barrel cooler.. It is worth the money Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
luckytrigger Posted January 8, 2009 Report Share Posted January 8, 2009 (edited) Ive got a 10/22 with a heavy walther target barrel its as accurate as my bruno bolt action and a superb rabbit gun. Edited January 8, 2009 by luckytrigger Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
the-12bore-kid Posted January 8, 2009 Author Report Share Posted January 8, 2009 Ive also noticed the target model is not screw cut for a mod as the barrel is so thick can this still be screw cut? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
luckytrigger Posted January 8, 2009 Report Share Posted January 8, 2009 Ive also noticed the target model is not screw cut for a mod as the barrel is so thick can this still be screw cut? My target barrel is screw cut and fitted with a custom venom mod. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
the-12bore-kid Posted January 8, 2009 Author Report Share Posted January 8, 2009 Thankyou for your help guys, ive decided im going to get a target model with the laminated stock, just stuck on stainless or black so many choices Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LeeinVA Posted January 8, 2009 Report Share Posted January 8, 2009 My opinion is? The stainless looks great, but stands out like a sore thumb if trying to conceal youself or your position, plus there is always the possibility of glare from the sun.. If soley used for target shooting? Go with the stainless.. No matter which you chose you will like Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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