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Hands-on reviews of firearms, optics, knives, shooting accessories, outdoor gear, and more, based on real-world use and testing.
The Creekside Custom Ruger Mark IV Trigger (works with Mark III as well) is one of the best upgrades I have found for this pistol. The specific goal in its design was to give the user a “1911” style trigger feel. Its actual name is the Creekside Custom 19.22 Trigger for the MKIII & MKIV. … Read more
When it comes to chassis options, the Spectre Superlite 10/22 Chassis from Spectre Ballistics International is aptly named. At just 6.9 ounces (195 grams), it’s extremely light. Over the past several weeks, I have used it as the foundation for a few rifle and 22 Charger builds using barrels from under six inches to standard … 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
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 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, decent … Read more