Project Victory: Upgrading the SW22 from Smith and Wesson, Part 2

TandemKross Cornerstone Safety Thumb Ledge on the S&W Performance Center SW22 Victory

Welcome to the second installment of my Performance Center SW22 Victory project. In part 1, I went over the specs, and my plans for this pistol. It received a TandemKross halo Charging Ring, and their hiveBrid grips. And then I took it out shooting. I’m happy to report that it’s plenty accurate for my use, … Read more

Volquartsen VF-6 Lightweight 22 Charger Barrel

Crazy Ivan carbon fiber stock/brace tube with Tailhook Mod 1 brace on a 22 Charger

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

Boyds At-One Gunstock for the Remington 870

Boyds At-One Gunstock for the Remington 870

Installing a Boyds At-One Gunstock for the Remington 870 may be the most polarizing upgrade I have done in a while. Some friends saw it as awesome, others just shook their head. This particular shotgun doesn’t fit into the tactical, sporting, or hunting category very neatly. It’s got a 20″ barrel thread for chokes, and … Read more

SB22 Fixed Kit for the Ruger 22 Charger and 10/22

SB Tactical's SB22 Fixed Kit for the Ruger 22 Charger and 10/22 installed on my 22 Charger

When I first saw the SB22 Fixed Kit from SB Tactical, there was no question that I’d need to get one. I’ve had a completely stock 22 Charger since last October. It’s the perfect “drop-in” barreled action for this lightweight polymer chassis. Although the SB22 Fixed Kit chassis can be used on either a pistol … Read more

TandemKross Blast Pack for the Ruger Mark IV and 22/45

TandemKross Blast Pack for the Ruger Mark IV and 22/45, plus their Victory trigger, making their Ultimate trigger kit

With the release of their “Thunder” Hammer and “Lightning” Sear, TandemKross has upped their trigger game. This matched hammer and sear is available for the Ruger Mark IV and 22/45 pistols. If you’re looking to improve the performance of your factory trigger without gunsmithing, it’s the way to go. Drops right in with no fuss, … Read more