10/22 Factory Stock Project Part One: The Plan

Ruger 10/22 factory stock and an aftermarket barreled action.

I don’t currently have any rifles in a 10/22 factory stock. This is partly due to the fact that I don’t have any barrels with the factory taper. Mostly it’s because the 10/22 factory stock is pretty ordinary. Since I’m in the middle of what feels like a never-ending winter, I’ve decided to take on … Read more

The Versatility of the Ruger Mark IV

Ruger Mark IV Lite with TandemKross Kraken lower, and all the options

An evolution of a design first introduced in 1949, the Ruger Mark IV pistol is a favorite of enthusiasts today. That’s due to a couple of factors. First, Ruger offers the pistol itself in a wide variety of configurations, and even color options. Next, the aftermarket support for this pistol is huge. Combined, it’s no … Read more

TandemKross Manticore Trigger Review

The TandemKross Manticore Trigger is the most feature-packed trigger available for the 10/22 and similarly-patterned firearms. This innovative trigger assembly is adjustable for weight, pre-travel and over-travel. It’s also got a magazine release that works whether pushed or pulled. Instead of a button, the safety is now a rotary (toggle-type) ambidextrous safety. And the bolt … Read more

Midwest Industries Pistol Brace Compatible Beam

The Midwest Industries Pistol Brace Compatible Beam (MWI Beam Brace) and Ruger’s PC Charger are a match made in gun heaven. With the ability to accept either select Ruger magazines or Glock 9mm magazines, the PC Charger is a popular choice for enthusiasts. The fact that it’s got a strong aftermarket doesn’t hurt either. Of … Read more

DNZ Game Reaper One-Piece Rimfire Scope Mount

Adding a DNZ Game Reaper mount to my Ruger American Rimfire project rifle was a logical upgrade. While I was perfectly content with the scope I had mounted on it, it did look a little chunky. That’s because the Vortex Diamondback Tactical has a 30mm tube, and I used some tactical-looking heavy-duty rings. I recently … Read more

Stocking Stuffers from TandemKross

While I am calling these items “stocking stuffers”, they’re really a collection of modestly-priced TandemKross accessories. If TandemKross was a gas station with a mini-mart, these would be displayed next to the register. They’re the items you don’t necessarily need, but they can make your (shooting) life a little easier. And the most expensive one … Read more