A “budget” 10/22 target rifle that anyone can build!

This video details the installation of the Mars FRT (Force Reset Trigger) into a Ruger 10/22. The presenter, 22 Plinkster, explains that the FRT is not a full-auto sear but a mechanism that resets the trigger as the bolt cycles forward, allowing for a high rate of fire. The installation involves using the factory trigger pack housing and is described as a relatively simple process taking about 10 minutes, with no permanent alterations to the firearm.

This guide, drawing on expert instruction, details how to enhance the accuracy of a Ruger 10/22. It covers critical modifications like free-floating the barrel, setting correct takedown screw torque, and maintaining magazines. The guide also emphasizes the importance of ammunition selection and trigger upgrades, offering paths from simple drop-in parts to more advanced match kits. Proper suppressor setup and maintenance are also addressed, providing a comprehensive approach to optimizing the 10/22's performance.

This guide details the installation of a Tacsol X-Ring barrel for the Ruger 10/22, featuring an expert tip for achieving a tight fit using thermal contraction. The video highlights the barrel's premium features and provides practical advice for enthusiasts looking to upgrade their rifle. The speaker's high authority level is evident in their demonstration of advanced techniques.

This guide details the process of building a custom 10/22 style rifle using the Brownells BRN-22 receiver. It covers selecting components like barrels, stocks, and triggers, and provides step-by-step instructions for assembly, including critical torque specifications. The build emphasizes using aftermarket parts for customization and performance enhancement, drawing on expert knowledge from Brownells.

This video details a comprehensive makeover of a Ruger 10/22, specifically model 320224, focusing on upgrading the stock and trigger. The host, Gavin Gear from Ultimate Reloader, installs a WOOX Exactus stock made of American walnut with an aluminum center section and MLOK forend, and a Kid Industries drop-in trigger that reduces pull weight to 1.5 lbs. The process involves removing the original Hogue stock and BX trigger, then installing the new components. The upgraded rifle demonstrates exceptional accuracy, achieving a 0.211-inch five-shot group at 50 yards with a suppressor.

This guide details the installation of the Volquartsen automatic bolt release for the Ruger 10/22 and its clones. The upgrade replaces the factory bolt catch to enable a 'slingshot' operation, allowing the bolt to be released forward by a simple pull and release of the charging handle. The process involves disassembling the barreled action from the stock, removing retaining pins and the original bolt catch, installing the new part, and reassembling the firearm.

This review focuses on a vintage 1980s Smith & Wesson Model 60 'no dash' revolver, identified as a new favorite by the reviewer. The expert firearm collector highlights key vintage features such as the pinned barrel, hammer-mounted firing pin, and original wooden grips. The revolver's history of ownership in Concord, Massachusetts, adds to its provenance.

This review by Cranky Gun Reviews provides a detailed, analytical comparison of three minimalistic .22LR survival rifles: the Chiappa Little Badger, Ruger 10/22 Takedown, and Henry US Survival. The expert reviewer assesses each rifle based on critical survival criteria including deployment speed, portability, weight, capacity, ergonomics, sights, floating ability, and price, offering practical insights for choosing the best option for specific needs.

This review of the Savage Model 301 break-action shotgun highlights its budget-friendly nature, ideal for survival scenarios. The expert demonstrates its simple operation, safety features like the hammer block transfer bar, and easy two-piece takedown for portability. Performance with various .410 bore ammunition types is discussed, along with its value proposition under $200.

This guide details a DIY approach to handloading 410 shotshells, focusing on cost savings and utilizing repurposed tools alongside specific MEC press components. The process involves trimming 3-inch shells to 2.5 inches, depriming, resizing with a dedicated die, and priming. It then covers measuring powder (14 grains of Winchester 296), seating wads, adding shot (half an ounce of #6), and performing both pre-crimping and final crimping using MEC accessories. The presenter emphasizes the challenges of achieving perfect crimps without a full MEC press setup.