Let me just say, if I had to point my 15-22 at anyone I don't think they're going to know the difference between it and an AR. I recently bought the 15-22 and compared it side-by-side with the Colt. I went with the S&W. Everything on the 15-22 is operational. Nothing added on to make it look like something it's not. But you have to go with your own gut feeling. Get it quick! You're missing out on shooting time.