Recreational shooting and other stuff
Back in March, I posted the start of this project. This winter seemed endless, and I was bored. In that window between “too cold to shoot, but not warm enough to spend evenings in the garage”, I hatched a plan: Reshape and then refinish an OEM 10/22 stock. I’ve always enjoyed woodworking, but never thought … Read more
Several weeks ago, I was browsing our local classified ads for another rifle. I found one I was interested in, and the seller even mentioned that he might consider some 10/22 parts in trade. Well, I didn’t buy the rifle. And the 10/22 parts I had available were not what he was interested in. Trying … Read more
With the release of their new Super Wrangler, Ruger hit the sweet spot in single-action rimfire revolvers. If Goldilocks was shopping for a new SA .22 LR, this would be it. Ruger’s original Single-Six is a fine revolver, but the Convertible model’s current $799 MSRP makes it a tough choice for someone looking to plink, … Read more
Performance Services LLC is a machine shop that turns out some pretty cool firearms accessories. Their Ruger Mark IV 22/45 Lite Bolt-on Under-Barrel Picatinny Rail is one of those items, which you won’t find anywhere else. The premise is simple enough. Ruger’s Mark IV 22/45 pistol is one of the most popular rimfire pistols on … Read more
It’s not uncommon for someone to purchase a completely stock Ruger 10/22, with the intention of “maybe doing a few mods”. Over time, that sometimes results in nearly every single OEM part being replaced. In some cases, even the receiver gets swapped out, and the owner eventually ends up with two complete rifles. No one … Read more
I’m jumping right into this project by starting with the zero MOA Picatinny rail from EGW (Evolution Gun Works). The rifle itself is a Savage model B22 F, SKU 70240, AKA, the “wrong-handed” model. It’s from the newer B series of rimfire rifles, with the obvious differentiator here being the bolt installed on the wrong … Read more