Minimalist 22LR survival Rifle part 2 - accuracy at the range. 25 and 50 yards. I was surprised

Published on March 14, 2025
Duration: 24:51

This video details accuracy testing of several minimalist .22LR survival rifles at 25 and 50 yards. The reviewer evaluates the Chiappa Little Badger, Henry US Survival, Ruger 10/22 Takedown, and a Ruger 10/22 with a folding stock. Unexpected results were observed, with the reviewer noting the impact of shooting technique (off-hand vs. bench rest) and environmental conditions on group sizes. The 10/22 platform generally demonstrated superior accuracy and reliability compared to the more specialized survival rifles.

Quick Summary

Accuracy testing of minimalist .22LR survival rifles revealed the Ruger 10/22 platform generally outperformed the Chiappa Little Badger and Henry US Survival. Shooting off-hand significantly impacted accuracy for all rifles, highlighting the benefit of a bench rest for precise evaluation. The Ruger 10/22 Takedown achieved a 25-yard group of 3/4 inch by 3/4 inch.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction & Test Setup
  2. 01:13Range Day & Target Setup
  3. 03:34Minimalist Rifle Concept & Range Bag
  4. 04:32Chiappa Little Badger Accuracy Test (25 & 50 Yards)
  5. 06:56Chiappa Little Badger Target Review
  6. 08:24Henry US Survival Accuracy Test (25 & 50 Yards)
  7. 11:01Henry US Survival Target Review
  8. 12:31Switching to Bench Rest Shooting
  9. 14:23Bench Rest Accuracy: Chiappa & Henry
  10. 16:55Ruger 10/22 Takedown Accuracy Test (25 & 50 Yards)
  11. 18:12Ruger 10/22 Takedown Target Review
  12. 19:17Ruger 10/22 Folding Stock Accuracy Test (25 & 50 Yards)
  13. 20:56Ruger 10/22 Folding Stock Target Review
  14. 22:33Accuracy Test Summary & Surprises
  15. 23:36Upcoming Videos: Rapid Fire & Reliability

Frequently Asked Questions

What .22LR rifles were tested for accuracy in the minimalist survival series?

The accuracy testing featured the Chiappa Little Badger, Henry US Survival, Ruger 10/22 Takedown, and a Ruger 10/22 equipped with a Butler Creek folding stock. The tests were conducted at 25 and 50 yards.

How did shooting off-hand versus a bench rest affect accuracy?

Shooting off-hand significantly degraded accuracy for all tested rifles, with the reviewer noting it made them a 'terrible shot.' Using a bench rest demonstrably tightened the groups for the Chiappa Little Badger and Henry US Survival rifles.

Which rifle platform generally provided the best accuracy in the test?

The Ruger 10/22 platform, both the Takedown model with a red dot and the folding stock model with open sights, generally demonstrated superior accuracy and ease of use compared to the Chiappa Little Badger and Henry US Survival rifles.

What were the key findings regarding the Chiappa Little Badger's accuracy?

The Chiappa Little Badger showed a 25-yard group of about 2.25x2.5 inches and a 50-yard group of around 2.5 inches. The reviewer found it slow to shoot, less user-friendly, and noted its front sight post was too wide for precise shots.

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