10/22 build advice

[toddnjoyce]

You fellas are doing a good job of talking me out of a build.


The fact that flamethrowers exist is proof that someone thought “I want to set those people on fire, but I’m just not close enough to get the job done”.

I went down this decision tree about this time last year. If you want to build a 10/22, then bring a big wallet and expect great results in the accuracy department.

I ended up buying a CZ455 Varmint with an extra 17HMR barrel and put a great Vortex optic on it all for under $900 last year and am shooting dime-sized groups at 50 and quarter sized groups at 100 in 22LR.

My goal was to work on precision and see if I liked the game. I don’t like it enough to go long range, but I still enjoy the 455. And the plain Jane 10/22 next to it in the gun cabinet is perfect for a day in the woods with small game. That’s got a BX-25 trigger and a decent, but not great variable power scope on it.

 

[easy rider]

I'm sorry, I was guessing it wasn't an "old school" 10/22, but the trigger wouldn't help accuracy much without upgrading the internals (bolt, firing pin etc.) and a good free floating bull barrel.

 

[TreyG-20]

You can find KSA barrels for "cheap" on ebay. They may or may not be up to par with other brands, but I have one on a Tactical Innovations reciever that shoots pretty damn well. No experience with the others brands besides factory, so it may not be the best for your build.

 

[EZ-E]

You fellas are doing a good job of talking me out of a build.


The fact that flamethrowers exist is proof that someone thought “I want to set those people on fire, but I’m just not close enough to get the job done”.

You can get into those Magnum Lites for $500-$600 on gun broker. They have a few versions of them in that price range. It would still be cheaper than a build.

 

[Hoji]

I'm sorry, I was guessing it wasn't an "old school" 10/22, but the trigger wouldn't help accuracy much without upgrading the internals (bolt, firing pin etc.) and a good free floating bull barrel.

You would be shocked at how much groups shrink with just a good trigger.

 

[easy rider]

You would be shocked at how much groups shrink with just a good trigger.

Look, I'm not arguing that the trigger you suggest isn't better. I was suggesting a cheaper route, since he did say he wants to keep it under $1,000 overall.

 

[lightflyer1]

My suggestion for a 10/22 build is a Savage Mark II FV-SR 22LR Bolt Action with an Apachee Trigger kit and your choice of stock. Significantly cheaper and if you read up on them they are very, very accurate right out of the box. Add that trigger (mile is right at 1 lb) and it is a real tack driver. Way, way less than $1k. With my Sparrow silencer on it it almost makes no noise than the hammer falling. I have heard BB guns louder than this. CCI SV ammo.

I am biased though as I have never had any luck with 10/22 magazines.

 

[Hoji]

Look, I'm not arguing that the trigger you suggest isn't better. I was suggesting a cheaper route, since he did say he wants to keep it under $1,000 overall.

$150- used 10/22
$199-289 Kidd trigger
$273 Volquartsen trigger
The bull barrels, bedded stocks, improved bolts, etc do have an effect as well, but the least expensive way to much improved accuracy is a smooth as glass trigger. If you are happy with it at that point, you are less than $450 into the gun( minus optics)

If you do everything else first and are not happy with your groups, you will spend the money on the trigger anyway and boom, you have crossed well into that $1000 threshold.

 

[easy rider]

$150- used 10/22
$199-289 Kidd trigger
$273 Volquartsen trigger
The bull barrels, bedded stocks, improved bolts, etc do have an effect as well, but the least expensive way to much improved accuracy is a smooth as glass trigger. If you are happy with it at that point, you are less than $450 into the gun( minus optics)

If you do everything else first and are not happy with your groups, you will spend the money on the trigger anyway and boom, you have crossed well into that $1000 threshold.

Don't take my word for it, ask Darkpriest if he thought my rifle was accurate.

 

[Bozz10mm]

These guys have an excellent reputation for reworking 10/22 triggers. 3 tiers to choose from ranging from the basic tier 3 for $45, tier 2 $85 and tier 1 for $120.

http://brimstonegunsmithing.com/tier-2-intermediate-10-22-trigger-work/

 

[Hoji]

Don't take my word for it, ask Darkpriest if he thought my rifle was accurate.

I have no doubt your rifle is accurate. Is it 5 shot/1 hole accurate @50 yards?

That is a .22 casing covering the 5 shot group in the lower picture

 

[Charlie]

(Off topic a bit!) Not a 10-22 but 7.62x39 CZ527 with the single set trigger and hand loaded ammo groups can be covered with a dime easily. On a fluke a few years ago (mine was around $500 then), I bought it and started hand loading for it and found the formula it really likes. And it's good for bigger game than the 10-22.

 

[easy rider]

I have Volquartsen carbon fiber bull barrel, and it's a great barrel, but if he was looking for better, I would suggest Proof Research, but then you have shell out the bucks for it.

 

[Hoji]

I have Volquartsen carbon fiber bull barrel, and it's a great barrel, but if he was looking for better, I would suggest Proof Research, but then you shell out the bucks for it.

The Lothar barrel from Kidd is also fantastic. But about the same price as some of their triggers.

 

[jrbfishn]

I will agree with Hoji on this point.
A good bull barrel better than stock, yes. But one that is consistent is all that is required. A trigger is more important. So are optics. Without a lot of practice with a bad trigger you will never get accurate with any firearm. And then not as good as with a good trigger.
Bedding can do a lot towards accuracy as well. And I thought otherwise until I bedded a cheap Savage .22lr. My groups went from 3-4 inches to less than 1 1/2 inches. No other changes. Although Boyds makes some very nice stocks, I have several and when I called them about one of the ones I have, they recommend that you bed their stocks as well for best accuracy.
Along with decent optics, a decent trigger and bedding will go a long way fairly cheap.

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[Dead Roman]

Welp, this idea looks like its out the window. Might have to re-allocate the xmas money to buy new AC for the house.


The fact that flamethrowers exist is proof that someone thought “I want to set those people on fire, but I’m just not close enough to get the job done”.

 

[SQLGeek]

Ugh. I'm sorry.

 

[Dead Roman]

Ugh. I'm sorry.

The joys of home ownership!


The fact that flamethrowers exist is proof that someone thought “I want to set those people on fire, but I’m just not close enough to get the job done”.

 

[Dad_Roman]

Lol....it was a damn good thread though. I appreciate all the input because I had the same questions.

I like the sound of the Desert Eagle.


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[TxStetson]

Lol....it was a damn good thread though. I appreciate all the input because I had the same questions.

I like the sound of the Desert Eagle.


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I have one. It’s pretty nice.