As much as I am sure we all enjoyed reading that little slice of times gone by, times have changed.
The majority of folks on here, have little to no issues with their 15-22's (the latest batch being the exception) I for one am perfectly happy with my 15-22.

I think it is an excellent rifle and i can put 10 shots in a 1cm group from 25 yards just resting off my elbows and can get to less than an inch group off hand.

Out of all the semi-autos i have tried, i would not trade my 15-22 for any of them.