Where To Start

New to the Ruger 10/22? Start here.

Five steps from picking a model to your first upgrade.

  1. 1
    Pick your model
    The Carbine is the classic. The Takedown splits in two for a pack or truck. Target and Competition models add heavy barrels for accuracy.
  2. 2
    Learn the parts
    Know the receiver, barrel, bolt, trigger group and magazine before you change anything.
  3. 3
    Choose your ammo
    Try a few brands of .22 LR. Every 10/22 has a favorite, and accuracy can change a lot from box to box.
  4. 4
    Shoot it stock first
    Put a few hundred rounds through it before upgrading, so you know what you actually want to change.
  5. 5
    Upgrade in order
    Sights or optic first, then trigger, then stock and barrel.
Ruger 10/22 with a stainless barrel and black synthetic stock beside its rotary magazine and owner paperwork
A new 10/22 with its rotary magazine

Safety First

Treat every gun as loaded

Check the chamber and magazine every time you pick it up.

Clear rimfire duds carefully

Wait before opening the action after a click with no bang.

Know your backstop

A .22 LR can travel more than a mile. Shoot into a safe berm.