15/22 compared to 10/20?

[Dogfish]

I am seriously considering a M&P®15-22 SPORT™ M-LOK™ SKU 10208 for rimfire events. Some folks have suggested I might do better with a Ruger 10/22 Tactical ATI AR-22 Model 11198.

I did my first rimfire event Saturday using a borrowed 10/22 carbine with a TrueGlo RDS. First time at such an event and first time with a 10/20. He had a bolt release and extended mag release on it. It was light, easy to use, hit the metal plates as required. All in all, a hoot. I don’t know if he had a trigger mod; it felt comfortable though. It was obvious to me the bolt release and mag extension were very “necessary” for that type event.

The two things that were distracting for me were the mags and last round fired action. I quickly learned that I needed to pre-count the rds so I knew I had 10rds in the mag. No problem, have to do that with my pill holder. The last round fired bolt action continued to distract. On my Mk III 22/45 the action was open after the last round and all I had to do was drop the mag and show the timer it was cleared. On the 10/22 I had to remember to pull the charger and then drop the mag. No big deal if you are use to it, but everything I have used before stayed open.

As far as I know, only one mod is available for the 10/22 to provide the auto stay open after last round feature but I have not read a lot of discussion about it?

I have read the 15/22 does remain open after last round. I have never used a 15/22. I have read that a trigger change will be probably be necesssary.

So, would those of you that have used both rifles please share your insights and advice with me.

Thanks,

Mike

 

[Luger9x19]

I have not participated in a competition but I have spent many hours shooting both rifles.

My vote would be for the 15-22, but I suggest you find a range near you that has them available for rent. The only way you will know what is right for you is to shoot them both.

The 15-22 does hold the bolt open on the last round and if you do go with it the trigger is easy to replace. There are countless threads on this forum discussing different triggers and their pros and cons.

Good luck and good shooting.

 

[Dogfish]

Not sure why age muddles my ability to make a decision .... I am going to get the 15-22. If it does not meet my needs/expectation I can sell it and do something else. Of course, I hope I don’t get in trouble for owning an attack weapon? Thank you for your input.

 

[JM4151]

Ruger 10-22 vs Smith & Wesson model 15

I have both and the Smith is much more reliable than the Ruger. Very few problems with the S & W. Its really fun to shoot.

 

[st15rexxx]

got a question for ya, Dogfish: you posted "Of course, I hope I don’t get in trouble for owning an attack weapon?"...what does this even mean? truth be told, EVERY firearm can be construed/used as an "attack" weapon, correct?

 

[Dogfish]

got a question for ya, Dogfish: you posted "Of course, I hope I don’t get in trouble for owning an attack weapon?"...what does this even mean? truth be told, EVERY firearm can be construed/used as an "attack" weapon, correct?

Just being facetious ; frustrated with the distortions seen in the media. My apologies, should not of gotten political.

 

[CH4]

I have a 10-22 and had the Colt version of the 15-22. I ended up with an AR and CMMG conversion that runs perfectly. I sold the Colt and gave my wife the 10-22. It’s the bomb!

 

[Luger9x19]

I have a 10-22 and had the Colt version of the 15-22. I ended up with an AR and CMMG conversion that runs perfectly. I sold the Colt and gave my wife the 10-22. It’s the bomb!

There is no Colt version of the 15-22. Not even a close comparison. The Colt is a completely different rifle than the 15-22. Only thing in common is they both look like AR-15s. The M&P 15-22 is built from the ground up to mimic the control and function of an AR and the Colt just looks like one.

 

[st15rexxx]

Just being facetious ; frustrated with the distortions seen in the media. My apologies, should not of gotten political.

and I apologize to you, Dogfish, for being so quick to assume in the negative; I too am frustrated with the media's distortions/fabrications...peace

 

[cjt50]

and I apologize to you, Dogfish, for being so quick to assume in the negative; I too am frustrated with the media's distortions/fabrications...peace

Aren't we all; this **** is really getting outta hand!!

 

[GhostMutt]

STEEL WAITING for my attack weapons to escape and go on a rampage....to be honest getting bored of waiting on an inanimate object to get up by itself, load itself and...well you know the rest. When are the bleeding hearts going to get at the 'Attack car' and for all those dying from obesity related deaths...when are we going to do something about the 'Assault spoon and the Fork of destruction' FFS

Get the 15-22

 

[bowzette]

I was watching Fox news yesterday and even they get it wrong. The story line was people buying assault rifles and they zoomed in on one of the very evil ones-a M&P 15-22 with .22lr stamped into the receiver! I expect this from CNN but not Fox. It drives me nuts when the news media and politicians don't know a technical subject and speak inaccurately on a very emotional subject that demands precise discussion. Apologies to the OP and moderator for going down a rabbit hole but I feel much better now

 

[bamashooter]

Welcome to the forum and congratulations on your decision to purchase the 15-22. You will absolutely enjoy both its utility and simplicity. A more reliable and fun .22lr is hard to find.

 

[BAM-BAM]

I have both..... the 10/22 can be "highly" modified..... like LOL;every part but the receiver with the serial #...... to get a highly accurate target rifle. Course you've got the base gun price + $500-1000 invested.

S&W 15/22 is a great gun...... can change the trigger group..... flashhider stock and grip....... not a target rifle IMHO..... but mine is GTG 1-2" groups offhand out at 50yds........ 4" clays all day .... and half-clays 80-90%

 

[nachogrande]

FROM WHAT I'VE SEEN/EXP'D

"IF" totally stock, the S&W all the way. If putting a bunch of $ into a custom rifle, the Ruger. I bought a 15-22 and a Ruger 10-22 takedown & ran them head to head @ steel challenge. Out of the box the S&W's adjustable stock fit much better and had a better trigger/controls/ergonomics. The finish on the Ruger simply stinks, put a scope on it & expect the finish to come off with the scope if you remove it. An older version 10-22 with lot's of modifications seem to be much more common & rule with both accuracy & speed however. 5 plates hit in under 2 seconds, by our resident 22 semi rifle leader. NOT TO SAY a customized 15-22 couldn't be done, or shoot as well, I just haven't seen them. The "MAJORITY" of people with the $ to drop on all these mods seem to overwhelmingly pick Rugers. The accuracy (NOT REALLY NEEDED FOR STEEL CHALLENGE, IMO) of a highly customized Ruger can't be denied. As I recall the bolt DID stay open after the last shot. I ended up keeping the S&W.

 

[Wee Hooker]

I own both. My vote would be for the 10/22. The 15-22 pretty much is what it is due to it's design/manufacture. The 10-22 is a "mister potato head" rifle that allows you to change/upgrade near ANYTHING that doesn't suit you. ( Barrels, stocks,triggers, bolts,mags,----) It has a huge cult like following and near unlimited aftermarket support.
The distractions you mention are easily curable with minor do it yourself / drop in mods . ( btw, Bolts do hold open on the last shot with proper ammo. )Triggers can be brought down to 2.5# the same way (and at little cost.)
My advice would be to buy a basic/mid level 10-22 and spend the $100+ savings to mod it the way you want.

 

[nachogrande]

FOR SURE.

I own both. My vote would be for the 10/22. The 15-22 pretty much is what it is due to it's design/manufacture. The 10-22 is a "mister potato head" rifle that allows you to change/upgrade near ANYTHING that doesn't suit you. ( Barrels, stocks,triggers, bolts,mags,----) It has a huge cult like following and near unlimited aftermarket support.
The distractions you mention are easily curable with minor do it yourself / drop in mods . ( btw, Bolts do hold open on the last shot with proper ammo. )Triggers can be brought down to 2.5# the same way (and at little cost.)
My advice would be to buy a basic/mid level 10-22 and spend the $100+ savings to mod it the way you want.

I just wonder how many people that have 500-1,000$ into their Rugers said the same thing. Like eating 1 potato chip. While I'm at it, may as well... in for a nickel... When all is said/done/payed for, they are pretty remarkable, can't deny that.

 

[Wee Hooker]

I just wonder how many people that have 500-1,000$ into their Rugers said the same thing. Like eating 1 potato chip. While I'm at it, may as well... in for a nickel... When all is said/done/payed for, they are pretty remarkable, can't deny that.

Admittedly, been there, done that. .. a couple of times. (I'm a slow learner.)
While I am not (any longer) an advocate of making a $200 10/22 into a $800 project, I do appreciate that those with self control , can make a few inexpensive changes to greatly improve the rifle for their intended use.

FWIW, I still keep 3, 10/22's. All have had volquartzen hammers ($25) added for a crisp light trigger. All have self modified bolt hold open levers (free) to allow slingshotting the bolt closed. Two have had sights updated to meet their purpose (and my aging eyes.( $40-80). Otherwise, They are near stock. Guess this old dog can still have self control after all?

 

[bowzette]

I just wonder how many people that have 500-1,000$ into their Rugers said the same thing. Like eating 1 potato chip. While I'm at it, may as well... in for a nickel... When all is said/done/payed for, they are pretty remarkable, can't deny that.

I resemble that-$1200! But it will shoot with $1500 bolt rifles off the bench.

 

[BAM-BAM]

I resemble that-$1200! But it will shoot with $1500 bolt rifles off the bench.

I'm good to go with a 15-22 and a $400-500 CZ bolt gun .................. both .......make me


Still got $300 in my pocket towards some nice Leupold glass and a red dot!!!