I rebuilt an old 10/22 from the early 90s into something similar last year. The original trigger housing was metal, and I didn't want to replace it with a plastic drop-in trigger like the BX, or spend $200+ for the Volquartsen group with an alloy housing. Then, I found the Volquartsen Accurizing Kit. It's the internal parts from their drop-in trigger assembly, but you swap them into your existing trigger housing. It's around $100. It took about 20 minutes to install and it breaks under 2.5 pounds. It's sweet.
I've had my 10/22 for over 30 years. I added a Bell and Carson stainless steel flutted bull barrel and a synthetic thumb hole stock with a 3-9x by 32 mm Simmons. Bench rest with cci ammo will stack them in the same hole, all, day, long... 1/2 moa at 100 yards. I have 10 shot groups (bench rest!) Under .40 at 100 yards. All i did was chamfer the new barrel and assemble. The bull barrel and synthetic stock was a kit sold from Bell and Carson through Cabela's i think (30 years ago). Stock trigger and action. Never even open up the action, just transferred it to the new stock and changed the barrel. 10/22's used to be $300 for stainless from Walmart. $220 for blued.
This looks like something fun I could do with each of my boys when they're a little older. I could work with each of them to help them spec and build their own little plinking rifle. What a blast that would be! Thanks for the great idea, Chris!
Thanks for building this, I'm in the market and I thought I had to buy a whole gun to make it look like this. That shopping list and price point you gave is exactly my budget. My daughter will learn to shoot on this
I built a 10/22 takedown with the magpul backpacker stock and a barrel mounted red dot to retain zero. Serves a similar purpose. The back packer stock is the coolest 10/22 accessory I’ve ever seen
Old inftryman trick for things that rattle. Try wrapping the hardware in a single wrap of tape, or use a "ranger band" (thick piece of cut bicycle tire inner tube or rubber band). Wrapping your hard bits with rubber helps cut down on the noise when trying to be sneaky. Makes detaching a little bit slower, depending on how you wrapped it, but lets you keep the capability without having to take apart the sling. Also protects the button from accidental releasing.
Looks like a nice build. One thing I do for my 10/22s is buy one of those elastic butt cuffs made to hold nine centerfire rounds. Cut out the stitching to make three big loops. Now you have a holder for three BX-1 mags on the gun.
I've got a very similar build - I went with a Brownell's takedown receiver, TacSol 9" Charger barrel, and an Engineered Silence chassis, which allowed me to semi-shroud a Silencerco Osprey Micro. Incredibly handy, and with a folding brace/stock it breaks down to just the length of the barrel.
I've always wanted to put together a Charger. I've seen guys get pretty wild w/theirs. Lot of advantages going that route, esp if you're lugging it around the woods..
This video is me about 6 months ago. I needed a fairly lightweight 22 that both my son and I could get some training with. Anything from some precision work to knocking out rabbits, or skunks or raccoons on the property. I do have the TacSol receiver and barrel. I loved it because it has a left sided charging handle option and the bolt design is incredible and with as many malfunctions as a 22 has, I like to be able to clear that quickly with my left hand as necessary. I’m a vortex fan boy, so I have a new strike eagle 3-18 on it. As far as trigger packs, I went with the Timney Calvin elite, and I like it quite a bit. I really have no comparison other than a standard Ruger 1022 trigger. But the Timney has done me well the last six months. Very adjustable. I have it in a Magpul stock like you do. And then I put a sawtooth rifles, Arca rail on the bottom of it. He built a rail just for the Magpul hunter stocks, which is awesome. Does add a little bit of weight, but it is quite robust. Thanks for sharing your vid. I was in the same boat about doing a ton of research and going with something quality, but not $2-3k.
Kidd triggers are hands down the best. When I was building a 10/22 I happened to go into a booth at a gun show that had (at the time) every available 10/22 trigger on display where you could test them out. At that time I wasn't really aware of all the names in the 10/22 world but I went and tried every single one. The Kidd won and it wasn't by a little bit. I prefer single stage triggers but I wouldn't turn down their two stage either.
I built something similar with a base 10/22. Same stock, same barrel, can, and volquartsen bolt release. A few small differences because I used what I already had, but it is a very fun gun! Love the content you put out! Keep it up!
The Thompson Center T/CR22 is basically this rifle but already done for you and barely more than a basic 10/22. I got mine for $220. I've found mine to be insanely accurate. Literally shooting flies off of rocks in the creek behind my house from roughly 30 yards
Mine is amazing with bulk standard velocity ammo. It shoots the same size groups as my old Ruger 1022 Target version at a much lower price. I just wish the T/C had an adjustable LOP for smaller shooters.
I looked into those, but couldn't find a new one for sale anywhere. Are they still being made? The most recent news I can find on the company is from mid-2021 when S&W announced they were selling Thompson Center.
Really love this setup. Just started the process of building a 10/22 and this is exactly what I want. Gonna copy this build and source brownells for the parts. Thanks.
I have a KIDD 2 stage (8oz uptake, 8oz break) on my 10/22 build. I would encourage anyone else building a 10/22 to run their two stage in whichever pull weight range you are comfortable with. They are worth every penny.
This video definitely inspired me to build out my own 10/22. I really wanted a lightweight, handy, rifle for hunting plinking and peat control. Here's a rough brrakdown of what i ended up doing so far. Base rifle was a Talo Exclusive 10/22 Takedown. I swapped the stock for the Magpul X-22 backpacker, the trigger to a BX trigger pack, and installed a EGW pic rail. I installed a primary arms 3x microprism with the griffin-mil reticle, and am running a bfg sling qd mounted to the stock. At some point, I'd like to swap the reciever for a fletcher 11/22. Biggest challenge was finding a non-threaded 10/22 takedown. Right now I travel between NY/VT and unfortunately the threaded barrel carries a felony charge in NY. That said the Talo edition comes cerakoted, which is a good value in my mind.
Another clear, succinct, to the point review that also hits all the point. I don't currently have any chickens (county is pretty restrictive in suburbia), but I enjoyed this review nonetheless. Always thought provoking and just a joy to watch. You're the best, Chris!
@@Dick_Gozinya I like the way you think! Too be honest, I'm not sure where I'd put a henhouse and run, anyway. We do have foxes and raccoons, so I'd need to build something solid to keep them out. I think our county allows 2 or 4 birds, but I want more. Of course.
@@TysoniusRex When I was a kid growing up in the country in North Georgia, people had chicken coups and chicken trees. They both worked well with coups favored by those with large flocks of chickens. Trees were more for family flocks of twenty or so chickens. Just put in a broad leaf type of tree with a fair number of horizontal branches to roost on for the birds. Seven or eight feet of ground clearance will defeat most coons and foxes. Rig up a ramp from a board with small cleats on it for the chickens claws to grip so they can walk up and down easily and remember to set it down on the ground at dust after the birds go up into the tree to roost. A kid I know well forgot to set the ramp down one night and just about half way through dinner all hell broke loose because a fox went up the ramp and ripped up several of the chickens before Dad got out there with the shotgun.
I like the Timney triggers. The Timney trigger pack has the extended mag release and an auto-bolt release built in, so you don't need those as aftermarket parts. Whether or not that and a slightly better trigger is worth the 200 dollar price difference (and waiting times due to apparent backorder status) is entirely up to the end user. I think the BX trigger is going to be fine for most people.
I like my 3oz kidd trigger, which puts the volquartsen to shame (I swapped it out of my volquartsen 10/22 custom build, and now Im finally happy with 10/22. I have a few 10/22s which break at 1 to 2 lbs, all too heavy for me personally. Now my volquartsen is truly an extension of my body. It goes bang when I want with no movement
@@truthismyidentityjgelineau733 oh im just talking about how he could use the "AK style reload" on this gun since it allows it and would seem fast and a bit cool lmao
This is the 1st video of this type that I've watched and I am impressed. By 15 year old stock 1022 that my kids learned on is aching for a new barrel for my grand kids to start with. Great choices, especially the barrel.
As usual, Chris, great job on the review - you're the best of the best on youtube. My fave 10\22 config - Kidd 1.5lb singlestage trigger (butter magic), Kidd receiver, Kidd 16" lightweight fluted barrel, FABdefense folding stock with adj cheekrest, FABdefense forestock vertical grip\bipod, Pinty 40mm red\green dot. 1\2minute 50yd tac driver
Nice useful rifle. I went with a Rossi 22 semiautomatic equipped with a sweet 22 scope and a green tactical 2000 lumen flashlight for the fowl burglars. Probably weighs about 5 lbs. I can shoot golf balls consistently at 60 yrds. It works.
I modified my Ruger 10/22 with a Kidd barrel, bolt and trigger and a Hogue over-molded rubber stick. Highly recommend the Kidd 2 stage trigger, although it is pricey. With match ammo, I can shoot one hole groups all day at 50 yards.
This video inspired my build very heavily. I just finished mine and absolutely love it. same stock, trigger group, Receiver and light. Slight changes on some other stuff though. I did a KIDD 18" Black Bull Barrell, KIDD Black Scalloped Bolt assembly with a KIDD charging handle. For the scope I chose a Leupold VX3i 3.5-10x50mm that I had taken off my .300 Win Mag rifle when upgrading its scope and the VX3i had been sitting rifleless ever since up until now. Now all my friends want to build a nice 22 for themselves. Such a perfect little rodent gun, and being realistic nowadays with .22LR actually being affordable to shoot.
I had to do a double take. I built the same rifle 3-year ago. But, I used a Green Mountain 18-inch fluted heavy barrel with a blued finish. The Brownells receiver is great. I’ve preferred a 10/22 for small game for awhile now.
Outstanding build!! Personally, I've added Volquartsen hammers to all my standard Ruger FCGs over the years and they've always been a fantastic improvement. And for comparison, I do have an old AMT Lightning all stainless 10/22 clone with an expensive Jewelll trigger for comparison. The Volquartsen isn't quite as good as the Jewell, but it's very close for basically 1/10th the price! Great video, Chris!
While anything is better than the original trigger, I’ve found the VQ trigger components and complete assemblies to be a bit disappointing and I sold mine. Kidd without question for anything trigger-related. The full units are sweet, but the basic Trigger Job kit in the stock Ruger housing is all you need.
I built my 10/22 almost the same as yours. Same stock and barrel. I used a volquartsen trigger that has a 2 1/2 pound pull. This made a big difference for me. I hope you are still enjoying yours as much as I like mine. I now have to build another for my wife so I can keep mine. Regards,
One of my favorite guns that I own is still my Marlin 795. Not exactly the same thing, but very similar. I love how light and handy it is and so easy to shoot. Possibly the best ~$150 I've ever spent :)
I'm a Marlin man myself and have had at least 5 M60's over the years but I have sold all except for my 2001 M60 SB that I have customized as much as I can and it shoots fantastic. I love having shoot offs with my custom built 10/22.
@@charlesmckinley29 Just bought me a Rossi RS22M (22WMR) last week and I'm dying to shoot it.....Just need to decide which scope it will wear and I have to wait for the Illinois winter to get over with.
@@Riley_1955 depending on what you want I have been happy with the Center Point 3-12x44, MOA reticle and exposed target turrets. Is was around $125. The cons are it is larger and heavy. The Simmons rimfire scope also are a good value.
Great looking setup. I like the tri-pod, I might have to get me one of those. And I know I need a sling. I have the Mag-pull on my AR and need to get a Trunk Monkey for my 22LR. I grew up shooting my dad's Winchester and between us both running thousands of rounds through it, it FTE'd all the time. 2 gunsmiths "fixed" it but same issue. Out of disgust, I went to Wal-Mart (early 2000's) and bought a Remington 597 for $130. SAME THING! 1st mag jammed up. 2nd mag jammed up. I through it across the field as hard and far as I could! My shooting buddy had to pick it up and bring it home. About 10 years ago I heard someone (nut'n fancy) mentioned the stock mags were an issue on that model so I invested in several modern units. THEY WORKED! Beautifully! That gun runs so smooth, fast and flawlessly... And it is a tack driver. Best groups out of any gun I have ever shot. I love it.
i did something similar. i used an old acog. it’s light and i had it laying around and i just like looking through it. the reticle works well. for standard velocity devide distance by 3 and high velocity devide by 2.
I'm going to attempt this, but without being suppressed and at a lower cost. Thanks for another great video. Lucky Gunner is my favorite and most anticipated channels.
It’s so easy to build a $1500+ 10/22, have a few of them now 😅. As far as triggers go, I don’t think you can go wrong with the KIDD triggers; they have a nice lineup of single/dual stage stuff, albeit a bit pricey. They’re definitely much higher quality than the BX, but it’s up to the end user if the price disparity is “worth it”.
My 10/22 has the same stock. No sling, Trigger is a TandemKross, set at about 1.5 lbs. Scope is a fixed 6 power Leupold from my inventory. Ruger barrel and action. Quick magazine release, which took some getting used to. Love it. It's a tack driver. Favorite ammo is CCI mini-mag, or Federal Eagle. Both jacketed hollow point.
Chris, great video - thank you. Very informative. I started with a 10/22 Takedown with Target Fluted Bull Barrel that I purchased last month. Immediately swapped out the standard Ruger bolt for a Tandemkross bolt, charging handle assembly, and synthetic bolt buffer pin. The Kidd bolt is very similar and a bit cheaper to boot. I'm told the Ruger target barrel is chambered Bentz, so the combination of the aftermarket bolt with proper headspace (0.0425" SAAMI) and the bull barrel are giving me great accuracy. Regarding the trigger - check out Brimstone Gunsmithing's new trigger work. They will have the parts by late January. They claim the pull weight is down to 1.75 lbs. I have my order in and will send my stock Ruger trigger (yuck!) to them.
I put a Primary Arm ACSS 22lr scope on my Ruger 10/22 Tactical and I love it. I'm no sniper but I can easily hit cans at 50 yards and that is all I need.
I have a backyard critter getter for both scenarios. A particular 22 rifle & pistol I go to. Both are budget & suppressed. And don't get me wrong, I love my rifles set up. It can handle everything from a coyote by the fence, to 3in steel out to 100. But sometimes a pistol works & is just plain fun. Like for those ballsy armadillos who find a way to break through my fences & declare a hazardous form of trench warfare on my backyard... 😒 Quick draw with a pistol light bc I'm trying to get 'em out of tight corners & from under things, then they charge me. I can't defend myself fast enough in the dark sporting a rifle with a 3-9 on top. Them angry armadillos will rip my legs apart if I let 'em.
I went the airgun route with an FX impact M3 in 30cal. I have a compressor for paintball that makes refills easy and I topped it with a cheap Pard NV scope and a vortex red dot. It's definitely more expensive than a 10/22, but the fat DonnyFL regulator keeps it nice and quiet and as a pellet gun, it's legal to shoot in the suburbs. It takes care of raccoons and skunks with ease...no follow up shots needed...and no complaints from the neighbors! (and yes, I do have the pesting license that my state requires)
siloet 56 here first of all i truly like your style... thanks for that.. I have 4 ruger 10/22 custom guns... 800.00 is a fairly tight budget but is possible... good choice with the receiver... I too have a BX trigger.. But one of the other triggers has a trigger kit in it and is pretty awesome... if you want to suggest that you made a mistake it would be barrel choice.. I truly to believe that anytime you build a 10/22 you must purchase the barrel and bolt from the same person... I guarantee you it would be way more accurate by matching the barrel and bolt together because like tony kidd his barrels and bolt are machined to match each other... EVERYONES machining tolerances are different... 3 of my 4 10/22s have kidd barrels and bolts... And yes for the money you could have installed a trigger kit in the factory trigger for the increase in barrel cost you spent... kidd 242.00 which is superior over the tacsol barrel for 325.00,, and the kidd would match the machining with the bolt... I have to be careful here with my choice of words because i am personally good friends with the volquartsens... i have known them for 30 years so i dont want to hurt anyones feelings... the only thing i will tell you is tony kidd is the best on the market and price too... KIDD OUT SHOOTS THEM ALL...now concerning triggers... the high end triggers are clearly better.. i have a BX trigger.. a trigger kit in a factory trigger... A kidd 2 stage trigger... and a kidd single stage... the kidd is supperior,,, i did have a volquartsen a few years ago but sold it and bought a kidd... eventually you will want to buy a better one because they are flippin awesome... I would also check out timney... timney makes a nice nice trigger these days... I am not a 10/22 magpul fan... i bought the victor company titan because i like the vertical pistol grip feel and design... but the heartbeat of the build is the barrel.. the kidd barrel simply shoots ALL ammo better... mine loves sk red... best group so far has been .311 at 50 yds... but you have a great start.. for future thoughts and desicions when you do upgrade AND YOU WILL... buy kidd you wont be sorry
Nice video, wish I'd seen THIS particular video because I recently had finished my own 10/22 project about 6months ago with a stainless 10/22 with the plastic stock so put a Volquartsen trigger assembly on clearance for a little over $100. Then ordered a Tactical Solutions X-ring fluted light weight stainless barrel for a little more than $100. And lastly is Hogue Thumbhole Tactical black rubber covered stick for less than $70 on clearance. SHIPPING WAS FREE from Midway USA for orders more than $50. I POLISHED the inside of the reciever and bolt. The fitting of the barrel was a little tedious because the fit "REALLY TIGHT". I did have a great small portable vise and a 2lb dead blow hammer which were very beneficial for my success (turned 70, 2 months ago) I was very happy after taking it to the range and it FUNCTIONED PERFECTLY, mission accomplished. Where I shot at is only 50' and NO BENCH RESTING so everything is FREE-HAND which I was able to once dialed in 1 quarter to half dollar size ragged hole with 10shots no just 5shots. It was FUN and SATISFYING to be successful in a task and say to yourself "I did that with out a proper shop" . 😁👍
Any chance you could do a review on the silencers for .22s? Paired with true audio for the video it would be super helpful for those of us looking at getting something for backyard use where noise complaints may be an issue from neighbors.
I think Brimstone gunsmithing does a great job on stock or the BX Ruger trigger as well. I did the tier 2 with sweet spot. Kidd also has awesome trigger group but as with any of their parts they are pricey but awesome quality as well.
A Vorquartsen trigger group complete, Kidd matching barrel w/ mating width extractor slot, matching bolt with widened extractor and recoil system, bell and Carlson varminter stock, tacsolutions v block, Tactical innovations receiver with integrated rail, and a Leupold mark 4 3-9x scope. Can shoot the bottle caps off of a Coke bottle at 100 yards every time. Yes the vorquartsen trigger group is worth the money. As a guy who Apprenticed under two master gunsmiths For 18 months I was impressed with the trigger group, Barrel recoil system and accuracy. But it's heavy
I went down this route and ended up swapping everything to get a super precision rifle. And basically looking to get a new receiver and putting all the factory parts together again to make the original rifle. 😂
I tried to stay far way from the 10/22 rabbit hole and fucus in on what I really want/need for my farm. I wanted a light platform around 6lbs too but I also wanted a fun AR style platform that really lets me dial in comfort. With a TacticalSol X-Ring barrel, Midwest industries aluminum chassis, AR grip, adjustable stock, sling, 3-9x scope, everything else came from my stock 10/22. Weighing in at 6lbs 9oz unloaded (7 lbs 4oz, loaded with the 25+20 mag from HCmags) I'm pretty happy. It weights very close to my lightweight AR build @ 8 lbs loaded. I will likely move to a green dot to really lighten the 10/22 up even more as I don't really need a scope. Great build and keep them chickens safe!
If the 10/22 is such a great design, why does everyone have to spend a thousand bucks or more on after market parts to make it accurate and truly great? My truly great 22 semi is a Remington 597 with a factory scope. That sucker is the most accurate 22 I have, right out of the box from big Green. Despite all their woes, they still can make a great gun, though you may want to buy an older one. I have a Winchester Wildcat semi, 10/22 clone, which is almost a great gun. I had to replace the mag with a Ruger mag. Now, it is ok. But, don't waste your money on a Ruger design. Get a 597 and tweak it. I taught myself how. I hate rotary mags, too. Bought that by mistake.
@@WilsonDowling Because the youtubers and NRA sell you all that cr@p... You do not need a bull barrel... nor a bolt hold open, nor a better trigger... you 'WANT' those things so you feel ''cool.''
I also used a fixed power 4x28 for a bolt action Marlin 22LR that I built 20 years aog. It was a great choice! Easy to get your eye into and alway clear. That gun shot well, but I sold it because I couldn't stand the clunky Marlin action any more. It had way too much slop in it and alway felt like it was broken. Thanks for introducing us into the world of DIY 10/22 - Great Video!
So many predators over here in the mountains of Arizona. Protecting our homestead animals has been challenging, but you gave me some good ideas here. Did I hear you correctly? The stock 10/22 is the same weight with the synthetic stock?
I started with the 10/22 compact from ruger. Added a BX trigger, modified the bolt release to be like the volquartsen, and got a high rest full length modular stock attachment. I went for a EGW +20MOA extended picatinny/weaver rail and simmons truplex .22 mag scope with weaver high quad lock rings. I also got a USGI cotton rifle sling with a J hook and and standard sling swivels. It's a really decent rifle for around $500 all in all
I've been pretty hardcore into 10/22's for going on 13 years now, that's what kicked me off into gunsmithing and I've taken notes who's rigs shot best and applied that amalgamation into my own setup. By _FAR_ the best trigger on the market has been _Brimstone Triggers!_ They take your existing BX trigger (or you can buy a stock one off them to mod too) and for about $98 turn it into a truly "handcrafted" custom trigger set, using _all the parts in your trigger assembly_ so they're mated to each other with a "legitimate trigger job" vs what every OTHER company offers... AKA a pile of 'random' mass produced parts out of a bunch of boxes all thrown together, that includes all the so called high end brands that cost a lot more too!
I use Kidd products almost exclusively, especially their trigger group. I have used most trigger groups on the market and the Kidd design is unique and a dream to shoot. I use Victor stocks exclusively also. They have the best bedding system out their because of the 3 screw design. This system hold your receiver to the stock and they become one. There is no way the receiver will move. Check these items out for yourself. I benchrest shoot with a semi-auto and beat bolt Guns.
You've got basically the same gun as me. I went with the Valquartsen mat upgrade for the standard trigger, the vortex diamondback ii scope, and a form 1 silencer. I couldn't be happier with the end result.
Thanks for this video. After a year of planning I finally pulled the trigger. I ordered all of the parts from around the internet and built a great shooting 10/22. Your guidance was valuable to my choices. (Green Mountain 20" SS Fluted - Brownell bolt - Tactical Innovations Receiver - Ruger BX trigger - Magpul Stock) I came in right at $800 like you suggested. Thanks
10/22s are SO customizable! I have two of the takedown models. Both are in the Magpul Backpacker stocks and BOTH are using the BX Trigger assembly. You can put Volquartzen parts in and save some on the 'high end' drop-in trigger options, but as you said the BX is the best value in an off the shelf assembly. I look forward to your "after the honeymoon" video on this rifle!, and the 'before' and 'after' photos.
@@cwr8618 Magpul QD Sling Swivels with the overpriced 'attachment point kit' (4 pcs) and a simple web strap and nylon buckle. Too much money for the metal parts, but they work perfectly!
I bought a thompson center tcr.22 for under $400 and it has many of these upgrades out of the box. I love it and it’s by far the best shooting gun I own.
I love Lucky Gunner vids. Time to nerd out 🤓 CCI standard stays sub for me out of an 18.5, good stuff w/a can. I really like the barrel you chose. Short bbl, short can, looks handy. I need better (more clear) glass on my backyard critter getter 🙄 Great build, your success is really tempting me to do a similar approach. Now my gears are turning... Thanks for sharing.
If this is your new favorite gun it might stay that way. Look up some of the mods, even just in an image search, people turn 10/22's into pirate guns, Tommy Gun replica's, Bull Pup 10/22's etc. Don't forget the 10/22 charger either, my charger stock is one of my favorite guns. What it lacks in power it makes up for in rapid shots without noticiable muzzle climb.
That Volquartsen bolt release seems pretty cool. Also, I didn't know you could buy a 10-22 receiver by itself. I only ever heard of people buying the cheapest Ruger 10-22 they could find pretty much just to get the receiver. These videos are always informative, one way or another.
A few years ago I took an old 10/22 and reconfigured it to essentially the same rifle you have for a similar purpose - I have a green mountain heavy barrel I will swap out for the X Ring once the paperwork on my Sparrow works through the ATF. I started out with the BX trigger and, after about a year, found a Timney at the local gun store. I find it to be a better trigger - crisper, lighter pull, shorter reset, etc than the Ruger. That is a great build you have. 10/22’s are great rifles. Enjoy!
This is exactly a video I needed. Thank you. I’ve wanted a 22LR rifle and some of the 22’s I have tried seem a lil cheap. This looks like a really nice build.
Yes, it definitely would. Trying to keep it quiet for the neighbors, though. I mentioned that in the first Backyard Sniper video, but didn't bring it up again in this one.
I was about to bring up air rifles, there's some really super cool stuff going on with them now days. They're fully capable, fairly priced, not a firearm so no NFA shenanigans, etc...
We used to use 22 shorts point blank to the forehead (draw an X from ear to opposite eye, X marks the spot, they'll kick for a bit but it's just the nerves firing off) when we trapped them and it works well. Like always, shot placement is king. For less precise shots like he's finding himself doing now, going up in caliber could help... raccoons are tough!
Raccoons can take a lot of killing. I had to put down more than 20 last summer in my PD job, and more than one took more than one shell of OO buck to meet his maker. The worst I've ever heard is from a deputy friend of mine who took all but one round from his G17 to put one down. He wasn't missing, it just wouldn't die. Thanks for the great content.
Too funny. I did much the same as you, but I used all Ruger OEM parts that I bought as new “take-offs”. My 10/22 build used the Brownell smooth top receiver, an oem bolt and charger handle, BX trigger group, and a Ruger 18” stainless steel barrel, but used a Ruger Sporter Deluxe walnut stock. I really like the looks of everything, but do wish I had gone with the silver Brownell receiver rather than black powder coat, which is a flat black. Put a picatinny rail on top of the receiver and mounted an inexpensive CV Life 3-9 x 38 scope on top. Amazing how easily everything fits right together and how well it all works.
I appreciate your educational series more than most. It highlights an extremely practical application for firearms that even the most rabid anti-gunner can respect. Oh, I should mention that I'm coming at this from a (mostly) vegan's perspective as well. Even though I've long since (mostly) given up meat because of dietary requirements and genuinely enjoying lentils more than most meats (although I'll still catch and cook my own fish since it's an accessible local resource in constant reliable supply) I'm still not adverse to permanently removing pests from my property. Besides, foxes are an introduced species here and their furs can fetch me a nice purse to feed my addiction to perfecting my .22LR varmint rifles projects. It's time more suburban dwellers realized that firearms are tools, no different to the sedan they drive around every day. And like all tools, they can be abused and cause damage, injury or harm -- or they can be used correctly with the right training in the safest manner possible and for the purpose they're designed for. Your videos always make this extremely clear.
Curious why not just with a CZ 457 ProVarmint Suppressor-Ready rifle. Nothing to put together and it's already a tack driver. The best part is that cost less. Only down side is that you will need to get a pic rail with a MOA slant.
id like to see this video but with a realistic price of under 300 for everything for regular folks. like getting a used 10/22, used scope, budget gun light or headlamp, extended mag, polishing trigger and reciever parts yourself.
I left rimfire for high precision high end PCP rifles not only for their extreme accuracy and quietness, but affordability per round. Good optics, ammo, and airguns have given me kill shots on pest species past 200 yards on the regular. Slugs and heavy pellets buck the wind about the same as a 32-40 grain .22LR rimfire round. The technology has jumped light years in the past 5 and is very impressive. I hope you dip your toes into this fast growing sport/hobby and give it a try. Really nice to set at the bench shooting sub MOA at 100 yards or your back yard without ear plugs. May I suggest an Air Venturi Avenger to try first then and FX CrownMK2/ImpactM3/Maverick/Wildcat BT MK3 in .22-.25-.30-.35 calibers later if you fall in love like I did. I prefer .22 & .25 the best. 2:57 Hope this helps. Stay blessed and thanks for the video.
Great timing on this video. I just picked up a new stock 10/22 yesterday, so I could teach my youths to shoot. My 5yo thinks it is a heavy rifle. I may have to swap out the barrel and stock to make it a little easier for my younger children to handle. Plus it just sounds like a fun thing to do.
If you want a 2 stage trigger I've used Kidd triggers although they are pricey. If you want a excellent cheaper route get the Kidd "Trigger Job" Kit to install on your Ruger trigger block. It's a very clean trigger for a litle over $100. I have and used both. I've tried other 10/22 triggers but once I tired Kidds. I've sold off the others and replaced them with Kidd triggers.
Very nice build. I put one together with almost the same specs. I used the Volquartsen Competition Bolt, Ruger BX Red 2lb trigger, extended mag release and a bull barrel with a Bushnell Rimfire 3-9x40mm Rifle Scope. Most of the parts were sourced off Armslist and the build came in around $750 when added up. Very happy with the results. It's a tack driver. I may swap out the barrel with a lighter one. Thanks for the video.
This is the most similar 10-22 I’ve seen to my personal build as follows: (Magpul hunter stock, Volquardsen carbon fiber barrel, kid innovations trigger and bolt assembly, Leopold 2-7 12oz scope,) The entire set up with scope weighs just 5 pounds 3oz. I want to comment on the kidd innovations trigger, it is absolutely worth the $300 price tag! I went with the single action so I can shoot as fast as possible. The range officer stopped me abruptly because he thought I was shooting a Binary trigger which is not legal in my state. I loaded the gun so the range officer could shoot it and he was blown away by the minimal reset and let me carry on 😂
I built one exactly like yours couple of years back except for the light weight barrel. Mine is an 18” fluted SS custom model / threaded. I used the same Brownells 10/22 receiver as well with the Ruger BX trigger group. Love that trigger! Don’t yet have a suppressor on mine. A real tack driver @ 50yds. Usually just one ragged (1 moa)) hole on targets. But I’m also using a nice 4 -12 power Nikon scope for bench rest shooting. May look into that lighter barrel later if I ever need the portability. Thanks for your videos.
I built a nice $1000-ish 10/22 several years ago starting with a stock receiver and bolt assembly. I added a Tactical Solutions X-Ring barrel, Timney trigger group and Tactical Solutions-branded Altamont Vantage laminated wood stock. I had a Nikon 3-9x40 scope on it as well. I quickly swapped out the Timney for a Kidd trigger group and it was well worth the money! I have been impressed with the Kidd trigger group for over 10k rounds now! I have since also traded the Nikon scope for a red dot and Vantage stock for a PMACA lightweight stock with AR attachments. I wanted to lighten the gun up as much as possible for Steel Challenge and Rimfire Challenge matches. I got it down to a little over 4 lbs.
We've seen you do a lot of mag dumps. But I like the smile after running through the 25 rounder at the end. That's the 22lr difference.! Thanks keep up the great work and Merry Christmas.!
I've swapped out the stock hammers for the Volquartzen versions on a couple of 10/22s and they've been beautiful, a big improvement. As a DIY project they're cheap and only take a few minutes to swap out. It's a big improvement. The other 'must have' upgrade is the bolt hold open.
The leupold vx-1 rimfire 2-7 is just over 8 oz and adjustable. Thats what I have on my 10/22. Magpul adjustable stock, c/f volquartzen barrel, 25 round mag and sparrow suppressor all on the scale comes in at 5 lbs. I even had the steel bolt stop swapped out for a nylon replacement. Now there is no noise at all besides the bolt slamming forward. I love that gun. When my friends shoot it, they think it malfunctioned bc of how quiet it is.
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I rebuilt an old 10/22 from the early 90s into something similar last year. The original trigger housing was metal, and I didn't want to replace it with a plastic drop-in trigger like the BX, or spend $200+ for the Volquartsen group with an alloy housing. Then, I found the Volquartsen Accurizing Kit. It's the internal parts from their drop-in trigger assembly, but you swap them into your existing trigger housing. It's around $100. It took about 20 minutes to install and it breaks under 2.5 pounds. It's sweet.
A purpose built gun that's sensible and actually accomplishes something real for you. This is so refreshing. I always loved Lucky Gunner
With a $1500 price tag theres nothing sensible about it lol. The barrel he used alone costs more than a standard 10/22.
Be honest, you raise chickens to tell your wife you need to buy gun/gear for protecting them.
Those coyotes aren’t going to kill themselves.
@@actontreadway1168 They might if we start charging them for healthcare!
$800 will buy a lot of eggs
I've had my 10/22 for over 30 years. I added a Bell and Carson stainless steel flutted bull barrel and a synthetic thumb hole stock with a 3-9x by 32 mm Simmons. Bench rest with cci ammo will stack them in the same hole, all, day, long... 1/2 moa at 100 yards. I have 10 shot groups (bench rest!) Under .40 at 100 yards. All i did was chamfer the new barrel and assemble. The bull barrel and synthetic stock was a kit sold from Bell and Carson through Cabela's i think (30 years ago). Stock trigger and action. Never even open up the action, just transferred it to the new stock and changed the barrel. 10/22's used to be $300 for stainless from Walmart. $220 for blued.
The primary arms 1-6 LPVO with the 22lr ACSS reticle would be a FANTASTIC fit for a rifle like this, especially at variable ranges.
Best I can tell, Primary Arms no longer offers their LPVO with a 22LR ACSS reticle. Looks like a nice piece of gear, though.
This looks like something fun I could do with each of my boys when they're a little older. I could work with each of them to help them spec and build their own little plinking rifle. What a blast that would be! Thanks for the great idea, Chris!
hopefully we can still buy guns then.
I’m late but that would be an awesome experience I would have loved that
Thanks for building this, I'm in the market and I thought I had to buy a whole gun to make it look like this. That shopping list and price point you gave is exactly my budget. My daughter will learn to shoot on this
I built a 10/22 takedown with the magpul backpacker stock and a barrel mounted red dot to retain zero. Serves a similar purpose. The back packer stock is the coolest 10/22 accessory I’ve ever seen
love that stock, can hold over 100 rds in the compartments. but how u mount a red dot on barrel? i tried one on receiver but it never stood zero'd
Old inftryman trick for things that rattle. Try wrapping the hardware in a single wrap of tape, or use a "ranger band" (thick piece of cut bicycle tire inner tube or rubber band). Wrapping your hard bits with rubber helps cut down on the noise when trying to be sneaky. Makes detaching a little bit slower, depending on how you wrapped it, but lets you keep the capability without having to take apart the sling. Also protects the button from accidental releasing.
Looks like a nice build. One thing I do for my 10/22s is buy one of those elastic butt cuffs made to hold nine centerfire rounds. Cut out the stitching to make three big loops. Now you have a holder for three BX-1 mags on the gun.
I've got a very similar build - I went with a Brownell's takedown receiver, TacSol 9" Charger barrel, and an Engineered Silence chassis, which allowed me to semi-shroud a Silencerco Osprey Micro. Incredibly handy, and with a folding brace/stock it breaks down to just the length of the barrel.
I've always wanted to put together a Charger. I've seen guys get pretty wild w/theirs. Lot of advantages going that route, esp if you're lugging it around the woods..
This video is me about 6 months ago. I needed a fairly lightweight 22 that both my son and I could get some training with. Anything from some precision work to knocking out rabbits, or skunks or raccoons on the property. I do have the TacSol receiver and barrel. I loved it because it has a left sided charging handle option and the bolt design is incredible and with as many malfunctions as a 22 has, I like to be able to clear that quickly with my left hand as necessary. I’m a vortex fan boy, so I have a new strike eagle 3-18 on it. As far as trigger packs, I went with the Timney Calvin elite, and I like it quite a bit. I really have no comparison other than a standard Ruger 1022 trigger. But the Timney has done me well the last six months. Very adjustable. I have it in a Magpul stock like you do. And then I put a sawtooth rifles, Arca rail on the bottom of it. He built a rail just for the Magpul hunter stocks, which is awesome. Does add a little bit of weight, but it is quite robust. Thanks for sharing your vid. I was in the same boat about doing a ton of research and going with something quality, but not $2-3k.
Kidd triggers are hands down the best. When I was building a 10/22 I happened to go into a booth at a gun show that had (at the time) every available 10/22 trigger on display where you could test them out. At that time I wasn't really aware of all the names in the 10/22 world but I went and tried every single one. The Kidd won and it wasn't by a little bit. I prefer single stage triggers but I wouldn't turn down their two stage either.
I have a 2 stage Kidd. It’s not cheap, but is delightful.
I built something similar with a base 10/22. Same stock, same barrel, can, and volquartsen bolt release. A few small differences because I used what I already had, but it is a very fun gun! Love the content you put out! Keep it up!
The Thompson Center T/CR22 is basically this rifle but already done for you and barely more than a basic 10/22. I got mine for $220. I've found mine to be insanely accurate. Literally shooting flies off of rocks in the creek behind my house from roughly 30 yards
Good call
But can you bullseye a womp rat in a T-16 in Beggar’s Canyon? Jk jk ❤
Mine is amazing with bulk standard velocity ammo. It shoots the same size groups as my old Ruger 1022 Target version at a much lower price.
I just wish the T/C had an adjustable LOP for smaller shooters.
I looked into those, but couldn't find a new one for sale anywhere. Are they still being made? The most recent news I can find on the company is from mid-2021 when S&W announced they were selling Thompson Center.
@@LuckyGunner Exactly the problem. TC seems to have vanished from the earth. Sad.
congratulations on your first 10/22 build. I've been doing these using various receivers for almost 20 years and are some of my most favorite guns.
Really love this setup. Just started the process of building a 10/22 and this is exactly what I want. Gonna copy this build and source brownells for the parts. Thanks.
I have a KIDD 2 stage (8oz uptake, 8oz break) on my 10/22 build. I would encourage anyone else building a 10/22 to run their two stage in whichever pull weight range you are comfortable with. They are worth every penny.
This video definitely inspired me to build out my own 10/22. I really wanted a lightweight, handy, rifle for hunting plinking and peat control. Here's a rough brrakdown of what i ended up doing so far.
Base rifle was a Talo Exclusive 10/22 Takedown. I swapped the stock for the Magpul X-22 backpacker, the trigger to a BX trigger pack, and installed a EGW pic rail. I installed a primary arms 3x microprism with the griffin-mil reticle, and am running a bfg sling qd mounted to the stock. At some point, I'd like to swap the reciever for a fletcher 11/22.
Biggest challenge was finding a non-threaded 10/22 takedown. Right now I travel between NY/VT and unfortunately the threaded barrel carries a felony charge in NY. That said the Talo edition comes cerakoted, which is a good value in my mind.
I’ve had my 10/22 for 25 years.. going to look into all of this for my older gun to see if they are compatible. Looks like a fun project!
Another clear, succinct, to the point review that also hits all the point. I don't currently have any chickens (county is pretty restrictive in suburbia), but I enjoyed this review nonetheless. Always thought provoking and just a joy to watch. You're the best, Chris!
You can't get away with claiming they're pets? Chickens are pets that poop breakfast!
@@Dick_Gozinya I like the way you think! Too be honest, I'm not sure where I'd put a henhouse and run, anyway. We do have foxes and raccoons, so I'd need to build something solid to keep them out. I think our county allows 2 or 4 birds, but I want more. Of course.
@@TysoniusRex When I was a kid growing up in the country in North Georgia, people had chicken coups and chicken trees. They both worked well with coups favored by those with large flocks of chickens. Trees were more for family flocks of twenty or so chickens. Just put in a broad leaf type of tree with a fair number of horizontal branches to roost on for the birds. Seven or eight feet of ground clearance will defeat most coons and foxes. Rig up a ramp from a board with small cleats on it for the chickens claws to grip so they can walk up and down easily and remember to set it down on the ground at dust after the birds go up into the tree to roost. A kid I know well forgot to set the ramp down one night and just about half way through dinner all hell broke loose because a fox went up the ramp and ripped up several of the chickens before Dad got out there with the shotgun.
I like the Timney triggers. The Timney trigger pack has the extended mag release and an auto-bolt release built in, so you don't need those as aftermarket parts. Whether or not that and a slightly better trigger is worth the 200 dollar price difference (and waiting times due to apparent backorder status) is entirely up to the end user. I think the BX trigger is going to be fine for most people.
Kidd > Timney. I’ve tested both, and both are nice, but it’s still no contest. My 1.5lb Kidd is the best trigger I’ve ever touched-period.
I like my 3oz kidd trigger, which puts the volquartsen to shame (I swapped it out of my volquartsen 10/22 custom build, and now Im finally happy with 10/22. I have a few 10/22s which break at 1 to 2 lbs, all too heavy for me personally. Now my volquartsen is truly an extension of my body. It goes bang when I want with no movement
Yep, hard to have more fun than putting together a pop-gun sniper. Cool rig man
id suggest the ak reload on this gun, super sleek little design, right where the mag is, bam, chamber a round
@@theshanamaster where do i find that one?
@@truthismyidentityjgelineau733 oh im just talking about how he could use the "AK style reload" on this gun since it allows it and would seem fast and a bit cool lmao
This is the 1st video of this type that I've watched and I am impressed. By 15 year old stock 1022 that my kids learned on is aching for a new barrel for my grand kids to start with. Great choices, especially the barrel.
As usual, Chris, great job on the review - you're the best of the best on youtube. My fave 10\22 config - Kidd 1.5lb singlestage trigger (butter magic), Kidd receiver, Kidd 16" lightweight fluted barrel, FABdefense folding stock with adj cheekrest, FABdefense forestock vertical grip\bipod, Pinty 40mm red\green dot. 1\2minute 50yd tac driver
The absolute best version of optics for this. QD mounts on an LPVO, red dot, and clip on thermal. During day, LPVO. At night red dot and thermal.
Nice useful rifle. I went with a Rossi 22 semiautomatic equipped with a sweet 22 scope and a green tactical 2000 lumen flashlight for the fowl burglars. Probably weighs about 5 lbs. I can shoot golf balls consistently at 60 yrds. It works.
I modified my Ruger 10/22 with a Kidd barrel, bolt and trigger and a Hogue over-molded rubber stick. Highly recommend the Kidd 2 stage trigger, although it is pricey. With match ammo, I can shoot one hole groups all day at 50 yards.
This video inspired my build very heavily. I just finished mine and absolutely love it. same stock, trigger group, Receiver and light. Slight changes on some other stuff though. I did a KIDD 18" Black Bull Barrell, KIDD Black Scalloped Bolt assembly with a KIDD charging handle. For the scope I chose a Leupold VX3i 3.5-10x50mm that I had taken off my .300 Win Mag rifle when upgrading its scope and the VX3i had been sitting rifleless ever since up until now. Now all my friends want to build a nice 22 for themselves. Such a perfect little rodent gun, and being realistic nowadays with .22LR actually being affordable to shoot.
I love the modularity and affordability of the 10/22 platform. Good looking rifle!
This looks like a great family project. I have a CZ 457 already, but am tempted to emulate your build just for the fun of it. Well done!
I had to do a double take. I built the same rifle 3-year ago. But, I used a Green Mountain 18-inch fluted heavy barrel with a blued finish. The Brownells receiver is great.
I’ve preferred a 10/22 for small game for awhile now.
Outstanding build!! Personally, I've added Volquartsen hammers to all my standard Ruger FCGs over the years and they've always been a fantastic improvement. And for comparison, I do have an old AMT Lightning all stainless 10/22 clone with an expensive Jewelll trigger for comparison. The Volquartsen isn't quite as good as the Jewell, but it's very close for basically 1/10th the price! Great video, Chris!
While anything is better than the original trigger, I’ve found the VQ trigger components and complete assemblies to be a bit disappointing and I sold mine.
Kidd without question for anything trigger-related. The full units are sweet, but the basic Trigger Job kit in the stock Ruger housing is all you need.
I built my 10/22 almost the same as yours. Same stock and barrel. I used a volquartsen trigger that has a 2 1/2 pound pull. This made a big difference for me. I hope you are still enjoying yours as much as I like mine. I now have to build another for my wife so I can keep mine. Regards,
One of my favorite guns that I own is still my Marlin 795. Not exactly the same thing, but very similar. I love how light and handy it is and so easy to shoot. Possibly the best ~$150 I've ever spent :)
I miss the $150 days dude
@@81peyote check out the Rossi RS22. I think you will be pleased.
I'm a Marlin man myself and have had at least 5 M60's over the years but I have sold all except for my 2001 M60 SB that I have customized as much as I can and it shoots fantastic.
I love having shoot offs with my custom built 10/22.
@@charlesmckinley29 Just bought me a Rossi RS22M (22WMR) last week and I'm dying to shoot it.....Just need to decide which scope it will wear and I have to wait for the Illinois winter to get over with.
@@Riley_1955 depending on what you want I have been happy with the Center Point 3-12x44, MOA reticle and exposed target turrets. Is was around $125. The cons are it is larger and heavy. The Simmons rimfire scope also are a good value.
Great looking setup. I like the tri-pod, I might have to get me one of those. And I know I need a sling.
I have the Mag-pull on my AR and need to get a Trunk Monkey for my 22LR.
I grew up shooting my dad's Winchester and between us both running thousands of rounds through it, it FTE'd all the time.
2 gunsmiths "fixed" it but same issue. Out of disgust, I went to Wal-Mart (early 2000's) and bought a Remington 597 for $130.
SAME THING! 1st mag jammed up. 2nd mag jammed up. I through it across the field as hard and far as I could! My shooting buddy had to pick it up and bring it home.
About 10 years ago I heard someone (nut'n fancy) mentioned the stock mags were an issue on that model so I invested in several modern units.
THEY WORKED! Beautifully!
That gun runs so smooth, fast and flawlessly...
And it is a tack driver. Best groups out of any gun I have ever shot.
I love it.
i did something similar. i used an old acog. it’s light and i had it laying around and i just like looking through it. the reticle works well. for standard velocity devide distance by 3 and high velocity devide by 2.
I'm going to attempt this, but without being suppressed and at a lower cost.
Thanks for another great video. Lucky Gunner is my favorite and most anticipated channels.
It’s so easy to build a $1500+ 10/22, have a few of them now 😅. As far as triggers go, I don’t think you can go wrong with the KIDD triggers; they have a nice lineup of single/dual stage stuff, albeit a bit pricey. They’re definitely much higher quality than the BX, but it’s up to the end user if the price disparity is “worth it”.
The Kidd triggers are smoooooth!
Omg
Dads friend has a bullpup red jacket one with a threaded barrel 😭😭 i can only dream
Yeah, don’t cheap out on the most important component.
Ct. Precision machine can make a factory 10-22 trigger just as nice as a Kidd, volquartson, etc. imo
My 10/22 has the same stock. No sling, Trigger is a TandemKross, set at about 1.5 lbs. Scope is a fixed 6 power Leupold from my inventory. Ruger barrel and action. Quick magazine release, which took some getting used to. Love it. It's a tack driver. Favorite ammo is CCI mini-mag, or Federal Eagle. Both jacketed hollow point.
Chris, great video - thank you. Very informative. I started with a 10/22 Takedown with Target Fluted Bull Barrel that I purchased last month. Immediately swapped out the standard Ruger bolt for a Tandemkross bolt, charging handle assembly, and synthetic bolt buffer pin. The Kidd bolt is very similar and a bit cheaper to boot. I'm told the Ruger target barrel is chambered Bentz, so the combination of the aftermarket bolt with proper headspace (0.0425" SAAMI) and the bull barrel are giving me great accuracy. Regarding the trigger - check out Brimstone Gunsmithing's new trigger work. They will have the parts by late January. They claim the pull weight is down to 1.75 lbs. I have my order in and will send my stock Ruger trigger (yuck!) to them.
I put a Primary Arm ACSS 22lr scope on my Ruger 10/22 Tactical and I love it. I'm no sniper but I can easily hit cans at 50 yards and that is all I need.
10/22 builds are quite the rabbit hole and a lot of fun to put together.
I've gone down it a couple of months ago... it never ends..
What a fantastic set up of a .22!! Wow. Well done.
My backyard pest control is a Taurus TX-22 with a Thompson Machine suppressor (It’s a small yard). Probably the most fun gun I own.
And probably much much cheaper and less time consuming than this build
I have a backyard critter getter for both scenarios. A particular 22 rifle & pistol I go to. Both are budget & suppressed. And don't get me wrong, I love my rifles set up. It can handle everything from a coyote by the fence, to 3in steel out to 100. But sometimes a pistol works & is just plain fun. Like for those ballsy armadillos who find a way to break through my fences & declare a hazardous form of trench warfare on my backyard... 😒
Quick draw with a pistol light bc I'm trying to get 'em out of tight corners & from under things, then they charge me. I can't defend myself fast enough in the dark sporting a rifle with a 3-9 on top. Them angry armadillos will rip my legs apart if I let 'em.
I went the airgun route with an FX impact M3 in 30cal.
I have a compressor for paintball that makes refills easy and I topped it with a cheap Pard NV scope and a vortex red dot.
It's definitely more expensive than a 10/22, but the fat DonnyFL regulator keeps it nice and quiet and as a pellet gun, it's legal to shoot in the suburbs.
It takes care of raccoons and skunks with ease...no follow up shots needed...and no complaints from the neighbors! (and yes, I do have the pesting license that my state requires)
siloet 56 here
first of all i truly like your style... thanks for that.. I have 4 ruger 10/22 custom guns... 800.00 is a fairly tight budget but is possible... good choice with the receiver... I too have a BX trigger.. But one of the other triggers has a trigger kit in it and is pretty awesome... if you want to suggest that you made a mistake it would be barrel choice.. I truly to believe that anytime you build a 10/22 you must purchase the barrel and bolt from the same person... I guarantee you it would be way more accurate by matching the barrel and bolt together because like tony kidd his barrels and bolt are machined to match each other... EVERYONES machining tolerances are different... 3 of my 4 10/22s have kidd barrels and bolts... And yes for the money you could have installed a trigger kit in the factory trigger for the increase in barrel cost you spent... kidd 242.00 which is superior over the tacsol barrel for 325.00,, and the kidd would match the machining with the bolt... I have to be careful here with my choice of words because i am personally good friends with the volquartsens... i have known them for 30 years so i dont want to hurt anyones feelings... the only thing i will tell you is tony kidd is the best on the market and price too... KIDD OUT SHOOTS THEM ALL...now concerning triggers... the high end triggers are clearly better.. i have a BX trigger.. a trigger kit in a factory trigger... A kidd 2 stage trigger... and a kidd single stage... the kidd is supperior,,, i did have a volquartsen a few years ago but sold it and bought a kidd... eventually you will want to buy a better one because they are flippin awesome... I would also check out timney... timney makes a nice nice trigger these days... I am not a 10/22 magpul fan... i bought the victor company titan because i like the vertical pistol grip feel and design... but the heartbeat of the build is the barrel.. the kidd barrel simply shoots ALL ammo better... mine loves sk red... best group so far has been .311 at 50 yds... but you have a great start.. for future thoughts and desicions when you do upgrade AND YOU WILL... buy kidd you wont be sorry
Nice video, wish I'd seen THIS particular video because I recently had finished my own 10/22 project about 6months ago with a stainless 10/22 with the plastic stock so put a Volquartsen trigger assembly on clearance for a little over $100. Then ordered a Tactical Solutions X-ring fluted light weight stainless barrel for a little more than $100. And lastly is Hogue Thumbhole Tactical black rubber covered stick for less than $70 on clearance. SHIPPING WAS FREE from Midway USA for orders more than $50. I POLISHED the inside of the reciever and bolt. The fitting of the barrel was a little tedious because the fit "REALLY TIGHT". I did have a great small portable vise and a 2lb dead blow hammer which were very beneficial for my success (turned 70, 2 months ago) I was very happy after taking it to the range and it FUNCTIONED PERFECTLY, mission accomplished. Where I shot at is only 50' and NO BENCH RESTING so everything is FREE-HAND which I was able to once dialed in 1 quarter to half dollar size ragged hole with 10shots no just 5shots. It was FUN and SATISFYING to be successful in a task and say to yourself "I did that with out a proper shop" . 😁👍
Why are you using all caps like that
Any chance you could do a review on the silencers for .22s? Paired with true audio for the video it would be super helpful for those of us looking at getting something for backyard use where noise complaints may be an issue from neighbors.
my Ruger 10/22 with integrated supressor barrel and BX trigger, and that same scope, is hands down my fav for plinking.
Outstanding content as always. Clear delivery, pleasant graphics, great lighting, and great scripting. Love the build idea too.
Looks good but I have a couple of stock rugers and love them. They will do everything that u describe u need for a very reasonable price.
I think Brimstone gunsmithing does a great job on stock or the BX Ruger trigger as well. I did the tier 2 with sweet spot. Kidd also has awesome trigger group but as with any of their parts they are pricey but awesome quality as well.
A Vorquartsen trigger group complete, Kidd matching barrel w/ mating width extractor slot, matching bolt with widened extractor and recoil system, bell and Carlson varminter stock, tacsolutions v block, Tactical innovations receiver with integrated rail, and a Leupold mark 4 3-9x scope. Can shoot the bottle caps off of a Coke bottle at 100 yards every time. Yes the vorquartsen trigger group is worth the money. As a guy who Apprenticed under two master gunsmiths For 18 months I was impressed with the trigger group, Barrel recoil system and accuracy. But it's heavy
This is exactly the build I’m envisioning for a 10/22. Thank you for showing us and giving a blueprint!
I went down this route and ended up swapping everything to get a super precision rifle. And basically looking to get a new receiver and putting all the factory parts together again to make the original rifle. 😂
I’ve got a ruger 10/22 magpul takedown version in OD green, it’s amazing. Love that gun and it breaks down for ease of carrying.
The BK trigger assembly has worked great for me, the thing I like most is you can test pull in the package at the store.
Great video !
I tried to stay far way from the 10/22 rabbit hole and fucus in on what I really want/need for my farm. I wanted a light platform around 6lbs too but I also wanted a fun AR style platform that really lets me dial in comfort. With a TacticalSol X-Ring barrel, Midwest industries aluminum chassis, AR grip, adjustable stock, sling, 3-9x scope, everything else came from my stock 10/22. Weighing in at 6lbs 9oz unloaded (7 lbs 4oz, loaded with the 25+20 mag from HCmags) I'm pretty happy. It weights very close to my lightweight AR build @ 8 lbs loaded. I will likely move to a green dot to really lighten the 10/22 up even more as I don't really need a scope. Great build and keep them chickens safe!
IMHO the best semi auto 22lr design. Regardless to who makes the parts.
If the 10/22 is such a great design, why does everyone have to spend a thousand bucks or more on after market parts to make it accurate and truly great? My truly great 22 semi is a Remington 597 with a factory scope. That sucker is the most accurate 22 I have, right out of the box from big Green. Despite all their woes, they still can make a great gun, though you may want to buy an older one. I have a Winchester Wildcat semi, 10/22 clone, which is almost a great gun. I had to replace the mag with a Ruger mag. Now, it is ok. But, don't waste your money on a Ruger design. Get a 597 and tweak it. I taught myself how. I hate rotary mags, too. Bought that by mistake.
@@WilsonDowling Because the youtubers and NRA sell you all that cr@p...
You do not need a bull barrel... nor a bolt hold open, nor a better trigger...
you 'WANT' those things so you feel ''cool.''
I also used a fixed power 4x28 for a bolt action Marlin 22LR that I built 20 years aog. It was a great choice! Easy to get your eye into and alway clear. That gun shot well, but I sold it because I couldn't stand the clunky Marlin action any more. It had way too much slop in it and alway felt like it was broken. Thanks for introducing us into the world of DIY 10/22 - Great Video!
So many predators over here in the mountains of Arizona. Protecting our homestead animals has been challenging, but you gave me some good ideas here. Did I hear you correctly? The stock 10/22 is the same weight with the synthetic stock?
I started with the 10/22 compact from ruger. Added a BX trigger, modified the bolt release to be like the volquartsen, and got a high rest full length modular stock attachment. I went for a EGW +20MOA extended picatinny/weaver rail and simmons truplex .22 mag scope with weaver high quad lock rings. I also got a USGI cotton rifle sling with a J hook and and standard sling swivels.
It's a really decent rifle for around $500 all in all
I've been pretty hardcore into 10/22's for going on 13 years now, that's what kicked me off into gunsmithing and I've taken notes who's rigs shot best and applied that amalgamation into my own setup. By _FAR_ the best trigger on the market has been _Brimstone Triggers!_ They take your existing BX trigger (or you can buy a stock one off them to mod too) and for about $98 turn it into a truly "handcrafted" custom trigger set, using _all the parts in your trigger assembly_ so they're mated to each other with a "legitimate trigger job" vs what every OTHER company offers... AKA a pile of 'random' mass produced parts out of a bunch of boxes all thrown together, that includes all the so called high end brands that cost a lot more too!
Great video I built the almost exact rifle a couple of years ago using the 10- 22 receiver one of my favorite rifles for sure!
1:08 so what you're saying is, you need a complete gun...
I use Kidd products almost exclusively, especially their trigger group. I have used most trigger groups on the market and the Kidd design is unique and a dream to shoot. I use Victor stocks exclusively also. They have the best bedding system out their because of the 3 screw design. This system hold your receiver to the stock and they become one. There is no way the receiver will move. Check these items out for yourself. I benchrest shoot with a semi-auto and beat bolt Guns.
Very nice! It would be fun if a 25/32 ACP carbine were available
You've got basically the same gun as me. I went with the Valquartsen mat upgrade for the standard trigger, the vortex diamondback ii scope, and a form 1 silencer. I couldn't be happier with the end result.
I bought one of the Ruger “tactical” 10/22s about 13 years ago and I use it for much the same purpose.
Also my kids love it tremendously. Great build.
Thanks for this video. After a year of planning I finally pulled the trigger. I ordered all of the parts from around the internet and built a great shooting 10/22. Your guidance was valuable to my choices. (Green Mountain 20" SS Fluted - Brownell bolt - Tactical Innovations Receiver - Ruger BX trigger - Magpul Stock) I came in right at $800 like you suggested. Thanks
10/22s are SO customizable! I have two of the takedown models. Both are in the Magpul Backpacker stocks and BOTH are using the BX Trigger assembly. You can put Volquartzen parts in and save some on the 'high end' drop-in trigger options, but as you said the BX is the best value in an off the shelf assembly.
I look forward to your "after the honeymoon" video on this rifle!, and the 'before' and 'after' photos.
how'd you mount a sling to your takedown? i love mine, but haven't figure out what the best setup is if i want to sling it, so it's ready
@@cwr8618 Magpul QD Sling Swivels with the overpriced 'attachment point kit' (4 pcs) and a simple web strap and nylon buckle. Too much money for the metal parts, but they work perfectly!
I bought a thompson center tcr.22 for under $400 and it has many of these upgrades out of the box. I love it and it’s by far the best shooting gun I own.
I love Lucky Gunner vids. Time to nerd out 🤓
CCI standard stays sub for me out of an 18.5, good stuff w/a can. I really like the barrel you chose. Short bbl, short can, looks handy.
I need better (more clear) glass on my backyard critter getter 🙄
Great build, your success is really tempting me to do a similar approach. Now my gears are turning... Thanks for sharing.
cci standard is great but its hard to beat the federal 45grain 970fps stuff
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Oh definitely, I love that stuff. It's prob my fav subsonic 22. 👍
Another lucky gunner video the greatest gift of all.
If this is your new favorite gun it might stay that way. Look up some of the mods, even just in an image search, people turn 10/22's into pirate guns, Tommy Gun replica's, Bull Pup 10/22's etc. Don't forget the 10/22 charger either, my charger stock is one of my favorite guns. What it lacks in power it makes up for in rapid shots without noticiable muzzle climb.
I just go with the factory 10/22’s. But I always swap out the firing pin and the extractor and add the auto release. That gun you have is awesome.
That Volquartsen bolt release seems pretty cool. Also, I didn't know you could buy a 10-22 receiver by itself. I only ever heard of people buying the cheapest Ruger 10-22 they could find pretty much just to get the receiver. These videos are always informative, one way or another.
buying a receiver alone means you can get a threaded steel receiver instead of the stock aluminum.
You can just grind or file off the little tab in the V-notch instead of buying a new plate, too.
A few years ago I took an old 10/22 and reconfigured it to essentially the same rifle you have for a similar purpose - I have a green mountain heavy barrel I will swap out for the X Ring once the paperwork on my Sparrow works through the ATF. I started out with the BX trigger and, after about a year, found a Timney at the local gun store. I find it to be a better trigger - crisper, lighter pull, shorter reset, etc than the Ruger. That is a great build you have. 10/22’s are great rifles. Enjoy!
What ATF paperwork do you need?
love this category of builds - if anyone has a list of similar options please share!
This is exactly a video I needed. Thank you. I’ve wanted a 22LR rifle and some of the 22’s I have tried seem a lil cheap. This looks like a really nice build.
Useful info, as always. Thx and good luck protecting those chickens! One question though: wouldn‘t a .22 magnum be better for things like racoons?
Yes, it definitely would. Trying to keep it quiet for the neighbors, though. I mentioned that in the first Backyard Sniper video, but didn't bring it up again in this one.
You could seriously use an air rifle and be fine. A 22LR. is more than enough for this particular job.
I was about to bring up air rifles, there's some really super cool stuff going on with them now days. They're fully capable, fairly priced, not a firearm so no NFA shenanigans, etc...
We used to use 22 shorts point blank to the forehead (draw an X from ear to opposite eye, X marks the spot, they'll kick for a bit but it's just the nerves firing off) when we trapped them and it works well.
Like always, shot placement is king. For less precise shots like he's finding himself doing now, going up in caliber could help... raccoons are tough!
Raccoons can take a lot of killing. I had to put down more than 20 last summer in my PD job, and more than one took more than one shell of OO buck to meet his maker. The worst I've ever heard is from a deputy friend of mine who took all but one round from his G17 to put one down. He wasn't missing, it just wouldn't die. Thanks for the great content.
Too funny. I did much the same as you, but I used all Ruger OEM parts that I bought as new “take-offs”. My 10/22 build used the Brownell smooth top receiver, an oem bolt and charger handle, BX trigger group, and a Ruger 18” stainless steel barrel, but used a Ruger Sporter Deluxe walnut stock. I really like the looks of everything, but do wish I had gone with the silver Brownell receiver rather than black powder coat, which is a flat black. Put a picatinny rail on top of the receiver and mounted an inexpensive CV Life 3-9 x 38 scope on top.
Amazing how easily everything fits right together and how well it all works.
I appreciate your educational series more than most. It highlights an extremely practical application for firearms that even the most rabid anti-gunner can respect.
Oh, I should mention that I'm coming at this from a (mostly) vegan's perspective as well. Even though I've long since (mostly) given up meat because of dietary requirements and genuinely enjoying lentils more than most meats (although I'll still catch and cook my own fish since it's an accessible local resource in constant reliable supply) I'm still not adverse to permanently removing pests from my property. Besides, foxes are an introduced species here and their furs can fetch me a nice purse to feed my addiction to perfecting my .22LR varmint rifles projects.
It's time more suburban dwellers realized that firearms are tools, no different to the sedan they drive around every day. And like all tools, they can be abused and cause damage, injury or harm -- or they can be used correctly with the right training in the safest manner possible and for the purpose they're designed for. Your videos always make this extremely clear.
it weighs the same as my AR with a red dot. i would have expected a bit lighter. AWESOME little gun. Sure looks good, too!
Curious why not just with a CZ 457 ProVarmint Suppressor-Ready rifle. Nothing to put together and it's already a tack driver. The best part is that cost less. Only down side is that you will need to get a pic rail with a MOA slant.
id like to see this video but with a realistic price of under 300 for everything for regular folks. like getting a used 10/22, used scope, budget gun light or headlamp, extended mag, polishing trigger and reciever parts yourself.
awesome build, thanks for sharing! best website for ammo by far.... cant even think of who would come in second because they are so far behind!
I left rimfire for high precision high end PCP rifles not only for their extreme accuracy and quietness, but affordability per round. Good optics, ammo, and airguns have given me kill shots on pest species past 200 yards on the regular. Slugs and heavy pellets buck the wind about the same as a 32-40 grain .22LR rimfire round. The technology has jumped light years in the past 5 and is very impressive. I hope you dip your toes into this fast growing sport/hobby and give it a try. Really nice to set at the bench shooting sub MOA at 100 yards or your back yard without ear plugs. May I suggest an Air Venturi Avenger to try first then and FX CrownMK2/ImpactM3/Maverick/Wildcat BT MK3 in .22-.25-.30-.35 calibers later if you fall in love like I did. I prefer .22 & .25 the best. 2:57 Hope this helps. Stay blessed and thanks for the video.
As far as the budget mentioned for this video - after the extra equipment necessary for an air rifle how much could one expect to spend all in?
thanks man 👍
Great timing on this video. I just picked up a new stock 10/22 yesterday, so I could teach my youths to shoot. My 5yo thinks it is a heavy rifle. I may have to swap out the barrel and stock to make it a little easier for my younger children to handle. Plus it just sounds like a fun thing to do.
If you want a 2 stage trigger I've used Kidd triggers although they are pricey. If you want a excellent cheaper route get the Kidd "Trigger Job" Kit to install on your Ruger trigger block. It's a very clean trigger for a litle over $100. I have and used both. I've tried other 10/22 triggers but once I tired Kidds. I've sold off the others and replaced them with Kidd triggers.
Very nice build. I put one together with almost the same specs. I used the Volquartsen Competition Bolt, Ruger BX Red 2lb trigger, extended mag release and a bull barrel with a Bushnell Rimfire 3-9x40mm Rifle Scope. Most of the parts were sourced off Armslist and the build came in around $750 when added up. Very happy with the results. It's a tack driver. I may swap out the barrel with a lighter one. Thanks for the video.
This is the most similar 10-22 I’ve seen to my personal build as follows: (Magpul hunter stock, Volquardsen carbon fiber barrel, kid innovations trigger and bolt assembly, Leopold 2-7 12oz scope,) The entire set up with scope weighs just 5 pounds 3oz.
I want to comment on the kidd innovations trigger, it is absolutely worth the $300 price tag! I went with the single action so I can shoot as fast as possible. The range officer stopped me abruptly because he thought I was shooting a Binary trigger which is not legal in my state. I loaded the gun so the range officer could shoot it and he was blown away by the minimal reset and let me carry on 😂
I built one exactly like yours couple of years back except for the light weight barrel. Mine is an 18” fluted SS custom model / threaded.
I used the same Brownells 10/22 receiver as well with the Ruger BX trigger group. Love that trigger! Don’t yet have a suppressor on mine.
A real tack driver @ 50yds. Usually just one ragged (1 moa)) hole on targets. But I’m also using a nice 4 -12 power Nikon scope for bench rest shooting. May look into that lighter barrel later if I ever need the portability.
Thanks for your videos.
I built a nice $1000-ish 10/22 several years ago starting with a stock receiver and bolt assembly. I added a Tactical Solutions X-Ring barrel, Timney trigger group and Tactical Solutions-branded Altamont Vantage laminated wood stock. I had a Nikon 3-9x40 scope on it as well. I quickly swapped out the Timney for a Kidd trigger group and it was well worth the money! I have been impressed with the Kidd trigger group for over 10k rounds now! I have since also traded the Nikon scope for a red dot and Vantage stock for a PMACA lightweight stock with AR attachments. I wanted to lighten the gun up as much as possible for Steel Challenge and Rimfire Challenge matches. I got it down to a little over 4 lbs.
We've seen you do a lot of mag dumps. But I like the smile after running through the 25 rounder at the end. That's the 22lr difference.! Thanks keep up the great work and Merry Christmas.!
I've swapped out the stock hammers for the Volquartzen versions on a couple of 10/22s and they've been beautiful, a big improvement. As a DIY project they're cheap and only take a few minutes to swap out. It's a big improvement. The other 'must have' upgrade is the bolt hold open.
The leupold vx-1 rimfire 2-7 is just over 8 oz and adjustable. Thats what I have on my 10/22. Magpul adjustable stock, c/f volquartzen barrel, 25 round mag and sparrow suppressor all on the scale comes in at 5 lbs. I even had the steel bolt stop swapped out for a nylon replacement. Now there is no noise at all besides the bolt slamming forward. I love that gun. When my friends shoot it, they think it malfunctioned bc of how quiet it is.
That's a really nice build. Another option for a varmint/pest gun would 22 wmr or 17 hmr. Both really do pack more punch than 22 lr.
Not bad...I've used Ruger 10-22 rifles for years and they're great, but right now I'm in love with my S&W 15-22.