Minimalistic 22LR survival rifle battle Part 1 - benchtop - Little Badger, 10/22 TD, Henry Survival

Published on December 31, 2024
Duration: 16:49

This benchtop review compares the Chiappa Little Badger, Ruger 10/22 Takedown, and Henry US Survival .22LR rifles for survival scenarios. The Little Badger excels in deployment/storage speed and weight, while the Henry offers superior portability by storing all parts in its stock. The Ruger 10/22 leads in capacity and ergonomics but is the heaviest and most expensive.

Quick Summary

The Chiappa Little Badger excels in rapid deployment (1s) and storage (1s) with a lightweight design (2lb 15.5oz). The Henry US Survival offers superior portability by storing all parts in its stock. The Ruger 10/22 Takedown boasts the highest capacity (70+1) but is the heaviest and most expensive option.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction & Comparison Criteria
  2. 01:13Speed to Deploy and Store
  3. 03:32Portability and Weight
  4. 05:23Capacity and Ergonomics
  5. 09:50Sights, Floating, and Cost

Frequently Asked Questions

Which .22LR survival rifle deploys and stores the fastest?

The Chiappa Little Badger is the fastest, taking only 1 second to deploy and 1 second to store due to its simple folding design. The Ruger 10/22 Takedown takes about 3 seconds to deploy and 12-13 seconds to store, while the Henry US Survival is the slowest at 40-45 seconds.

What are the weight differences between the Little Badger, 10/22 TD, and Henry US Survival rifles?

The Chiappa Little Badger is the lightest at 2lb 15.5oz. The Henry US Survival weighs 3lb 8.5oz. The Ruger 10/22 Takedown, especially with aftermarket parts like a heavy barrel and optic, is the heaviest at 5lb 14.5oz.

Which of these .22LR survival rifles is the most portable?

The Henry US Survival AR-7 is the most portable because all its components fit inside the stock for storage. The Chiappa Little Badger is noted for being the thinnest, while the Ruger 10/22 Takedown is the heaviest and requires a separate bag.

How do the sights and floating capabilities compare on these survival rifles?

The Little Badger and Ruger 10/22 TD generally have superior sights compared to the Henry US Survival's basic peep sight. However, the Henry is the only one of the three that floats, which is a significant advantage in wet environments.

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