Recreational shooting and other stuff
Brian 
Creating a 10/22 Build Checklist is long overdue for me. Shooting is more fun than writing, but I realized there was a need for this article. Building a custom rifle from scratch? Or maybe you want to customize the one you got for Christmas? Either way, I’m going to list out all the parts you’ll … Read more
With a new Magpul MOE X-22 stock, my 10/22 just got an upgrade. Yes, at less than half the price of the Hunter X-22 it replaced, this stock is an upgrade. It’s got fewer features, yet it’s still an upgrade. There are zero options for changing LOP and cheek rest height. But it’s definitely an … Read more
This Smith & Wesson Model 648 is the latest entry in my “One from the safe” series. This .22 WMR (Winchester Magnum Rimfire) revolver is the companion to my S&W 617, which is the .22 LR version. They’re not quite twins, but pretty close. Holding just 8 rounds to the 617’s ten, it’s pretty much … Read more
In my quest to try every accessory for America’s favorite rimfire rifle platform, I recently got my hands on the Timney Calvin Elite Two Stage Trigger for the 10/22. This trigger is a complete drop-in replacement unit. No need to mess with small parts, no gunsmith skills required. If you can remove your rifle (or … Read more
After years of building and shooting custom 10/22-based rifles, the Bear Creek Arsenal BC-201 landed in my collection. This is a 10/22 clone utilizing a mix of in-house, Ruger, and aftermarket parts. It checks all the boxes for both new and seasoned shooters. Featuring a heavy stainless (and threaded) barrel, integrated rail on the receiver, … Read more
If you’re looking to do some CZ 457 upgrades, it’s worth checking out Pete’s Pillars. While he started out offering pillars for bedding rifle actions, the site offers much more than that today. Browsing the site, you’ll find many of the big names in the firearms aftermarket, with a focus on rimfire. Since installing his … Read more