New Meets Old With This 22LR Lever Action - Derya TM 22 Lever

Published on March 19, 2026
Duration: 13:48

This review covers the Derya TM22 Lever, a .22LR lever-action rifle. The expert instructor highlights its affordability, suitability for new shooters, and plinking potential. Key features include a threaded barrel, adjustable stock, and various magazine capacities, though some minor improvements are suggested for optimal performance.

Quick Summary

The Derya TM22 Lever is an affordable .22LR rifle with a lever-action mechanism, suitable for new shooters and plinking. It features a 20-inch threaded barrel, adjustable stock, Picatinny rail, and comes with 10, 15, and 25-round magazines, priced at $399.

Chapters

  1. 00:06Introducing Derya TM22 Lever
  2. 00:42Channel Disclosure and Support
  3. 01:28Sponsor: Rise Armament
  4. 02:26Rifle Accessories Overview
  5. 03:00Magazine Options
  6. 03:11Rifle Specifications
  7. 04:01Features: Pic Rail, Action, Sights
  8. 04:31Magazine Release and Unique Safety
  9. 05:42Ammunition & Experience
  10. 06:16Accuracy Test at 50 Yards
  11. 08:32Rifle Review Summary
  12. 09:03Target Audience and Value
  13. 10:20Price Point and Features
  14. 11:30Suggested Improvements
  15. 12:57Final Thoughts and Appreciation

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Derya TM22 Lever rifle?

The Derya TM22 Lever is a .22LR caliber rifle featuring a lever-action mechanism. It's designed as an affordable plinker, suitable for new shooters, and comes with modern features like a threaded barrel and adjustable stock.

What are the key features of the Derya TM22 Lever?

Key features include a 20-inch threaded barrel, a 5.3-pound unloaded weight, an adjustable rubber buttstock and cheek riser, a Picatinny rail for optics, and proprietary polymer magazines available in 10, 15, and 25-round capacities.

How reliable is the Derya TM22 Lever?

During testing of 500-600 rounds, the rifle was generally reliable, with most failures to fire (around 50) attributed to the .22LR ammunition, particularly Federal brand, rather than the firearm itself.

What is the price and value proposition of the Derya TM22 Lever?

Priced at $399, the Derya TM22 Lever is considered affordable for its feature set, including a threaded barrel, Picatinny rail, and adjustable stock, making it a good value for recreational shooting and plinking.

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