Recreational shooting and other outdoorsy stuff
Three years ago, I shared a 22 Charger build that was supposed to be my July 4th project. Due to some timing issues, as well as poorly-chosen parts, it failed in a couple of ways. First, the chassis wasn’t received in time for the July 4th deadline. Worse though, the blue charging handle I had … Read more
Although I’m known for a collection of firearms that is mostly rimfire, I do have some centerfire options as well. But people ask me why I have such a preference for rimfire. Some suggest that maybe it’s because they’re inexpensive. They’ve clearly never built a custom pistol or rifle. One of my most recent acquisitions … Read more
If you like happy endings, this Ultimate Trigger Kit story is for you. It all started out last year, when I was scraping together parts for a few projects. I reached out to friends, looking for a spare 10/22 trigger group. One of them provided the saddest trigger group I had ever seen. Sure, he … Read more
Last week, I published a little teaser about the Open Top 11/22 from Fletcher Rifle Works. This is a receiver patterned after the Ruger® 10/22®, but with some new features. Sebastian Unger designed this receiver in a home workshop in Austria, and refined it over about four years. Then Paul Fletcher, of Fletcher Rifle Works, … Read more
Practical jokers and pranksters have April 1st, Star Wars geeks have May 4th, and fans of America’s favorite rimfire have 10/22. Yes, it’s the official day of the Ruger 10/22, Ruger’s top-selling rifle. Do we need a day devoted to this rifle? No, it gets plenty of love all year long. But that won’t stop … Read more
Volquartsen’s VF-6 Lightweight 22 Charger Barrel is great foundation for a no-holds-barred Charger build. With as many chassis companies as there are out there right now, the 22 Charger has become a must-have for many enthusiasts. And when suppressed, rimfire is probably the most fun round of all. It’s also the least expensive ammo these … Read more