Brandon Breeze
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Alright y'all, this one is for the newbies or anyone considering buying their first 10/22!
If you already own a 10/22 or multiple 10/22's you already know all about the stuff I cover here.
I bought my first 10/22 more than 25 years ago and still have it to this day. It's been through MANY different setups over the years and still remains reliable/accurate.
TLDR for those that would rather read about it than watch the video:
If you’re considering your first firearm purchase, I think the Ruger 10/22 deserves a hard look.
It’s been around since 1964, is one of the most proven platforms in existence, and still offers great value today.
Here are my top reasons why the 10/22 makes sense as a first rifle:
-Low recoil & easy to learn on → .22LR is forgiving, beginner-friendly, and helps build fundamentals without flinching.
-Affordable to shoot → bulk packs of 500 rounds are far cheaper than centerfire, so you can practice a lot more.
-Highly customizable → you can keep it stock or build out a full precision setup with barrels, stocks, optics, and more.
-Bonus: The 10/22 has a decades-long track record of reliability. Millions have been sold, and the aftermarket is so huge you could build one without a single Ruger part if you wanted.
I also did some shooting/accuracy comparisons in the video between a stock barrel and a bull barrel setup, and the difference was noticeable with tighter groups on the bull barrel.
Takeaway: If I had to recommend one rifle to a first-time buyer, the Ruger 10/22 would be it. Affordable, customizable, reliable, and fun to shoot.
Who else loves their 10/22'? Share yours and your stories below!
What's your recommendation for the best first rifle, also share below!
If you already own a 10/22 or multiple 10/22's you already know all about the stuff I cover here.
I bought my first 10/22 more than 25 years ago and still have it to this day. It's been through MANY different setups over the years and still remains reliable/accurate.
TLDR for those that would rather read about it than watch the video:
If you’re considering your first firearm purchase, I think the Ruger 10/22 deserves a hard look.
It’s been around since 1964, is one of the most proven platforms in existence, and still offers great value today.
Here are my top reasons why the 10/22 makes sense as a first rifle:
-Low recoil & easy to learn on → .22LR is forgiving, beginner-friendly, and helps build fundamentals without flinching.
-Affordable to shoot → bulk packs of 500 rounds are far cheaper than centerfire, so you can practice a lot more.
-Highly customizable → you can keep it stock or build out a full precision setup with barrels, stocks, optics, and more.
-Bonus: The 10/22 has a decades-long track record of reliability. Millions have been sold, and the aftermarket is so huge you could build one without a single Ruger part if you wanted.
I also did some shooting/accuracy comparisons in the video between a stock barrel and a bull barrel setup, and the difference was noticeable with tighter groups on the bull barrel.
Takeaway: If I had to recommend one rifle to a first-time buyer, the Ruger 10/22 would be it. Affordable, customizable, reliable, and fun to shoot.
Who else loves their 10/22'? Share yours and your stories below!
What's your recommendation for the best first rifle, also share below!