My 10/22 favorite things part 1 - Magazines. Ruger 10/22 Accessories -

This video provides an unboxing and overview of the Ruger BX-25 25-round magazines for the Ruger 10/22 platform. It highlights features like stainless steel feed lips, an anti-tilt follower, and a constant force spring for reliable feeding. The presenter demonstrates loading and insertion, comparing them to the standard 10-round magazines. A notable issue with one of the two included magazines not functioning correctly in the reviewer's rifle is discussed.

Colion Noir, an established firearms personality, details his enhanced Ruger 10/22 build, emphasizing the appeal of its carbon fiber construction and lightweight design. He highlights the benefits of a BX-Trigger for a crisp pull, a Leupold optic for enhanced aiming, and a Surefire suppressor for suppressed shooting. The video showcases the rifle's versatility for training, plinking, and its overall fun factor, especially with the low cost of .22 LR ammunition.

Elliott Delp, an established firearms content creator, provides an expert overview of two highly recommended firearms: the Daniel Defense DDM4 V9 and the Ruger 10/22. He emphasizes the DDM4 V9's versatility and reliability for various applications, while positioning the 10/22 as an accessible and fun option for new shooters and small game hunting.

This video details a Christmas pawn shop challenge where participants aim to acquire firearms and gifts within a set budget. The host showcases a Savage RXR22 rifle, highlighting its compatibility with Ruger 10/22 magazines, threaded barrel, and picatinny rail. The challenge also features a Tisas 1911 pistol and a CZ 70, emphasizing budget-friendly firearm acquisition for recreational shooting and gifting.

This video reviews the German Precision Optics (GPO) Centuri 3-18x44i riflescope, highlighting its features and benefits for enhancing rifle accuracy, particularly on platforms like the Ruger 10/22. The instructor emphasizes the importance of quality optics to achieve sub-MOA accuracy and details the scope's locking turrets, illuminated MOA reticle, parallax adjustment, and clear optics.

This video outlines eight firearms experienced shooters would choose if societal stability collapsed. It emphasizes practicality, durability, and logistical considerations, covering platforms like the AR-15 and AK, handguns like the Glock 19 and full-size duty pistols, shotguns, and specialized rifles for different ranges and roles. The presenter, Luke from Line 45, highlights the importance of reliable platforms, readily available parts, and effective calibers for survival scenarios.

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.