Is a 15-22 the right choice?

[MTC(SS)Ret]

How about one that functions like an AR and that is VERY reliable?

Tippmann Arms

I agree with the Tippmann Arms M4-22. Aluminum upper and lower unlike the 15-22, controls identical to an AR, trigger has a crisp break at about 5#, magazines the best out there.
About 500 rounds through mine, everything from cheap bulk Winchester to CCI Mini Mags. Zero malfunctions.
I have a Sig Romeo MSR Green Dot on mine and shooting 50 yards with CCI SV it will group 1 1/2" and if it weren't for my astigmatism causing the 2 MOA dot to flare it would probably do better.
Pic is with a Vortex 2-7x32 but I didn't like the 100 yard fixed paralax so I put the green dot on it.

 

[Mike SC Hunter]

I got a couple 50rds drums for mine ..

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Same here. The Black Dog 50 rounders work great.

 

[SW Gun Guy]

I have always thought it is the most fun gun I own. Nobody goes shooting with me that doesn't grin about how much they like shooting it. AND, they have not even shot it with my suppressor on it. Go for it, you will not be disappointed.

 

[sstark036]

Heres my recipe for fun

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[Rlg#17]

Yessssss! One of the best AR type 22's o the market. It eats everything I have put in it without a glitch or bobble. I do run it well lubed, it seems to run better that way. Buy some extra mags, they are getting pricey! I have the magpul addition, with a C-more on it. Good enough for squirrels @25 yards!

Regards, Rick Gibbs

 

[.38SuperMan]

I just checked and Palmetto State Armory has in stock the flip up sight version with case and 3 mags for $399. Palmetto is a reputable company too.

 

[Kp321]

I would say the 15-22 is a little toy like (it's plastic and it rattles) but still a very fun little semi auto rifle and a capable pinker.

Yes, the receiver is plastic but the design is such that the bolt never touches the receiver body. It rides on two steel rails and the bolt itself is hard chromed so wear is mitigated. I personally know of at least two 15-22's that have in excess of 50,000 rounds apiece with no discernible wear. I have put a cheap aluminum free float tube on mine which has brought the weight up to standard AR weight.

 

[dmthomp32]

The 15-22 is a great firearm. There are minor shortcomings like being polymer where it doesn't feel as high end as a Tipmann. Honestly though I love how light weight it is. I've got the pistol variant with brace and everyone who shoots it, kids and adults alike love it and want one. Another option for an AR - like rifle in .22 is the Sig 522. They aren't made anymore but that is a fantastic rifle. I've had mine since the first year they came out and it is a lot of fun to shoot and very accurate for its format.


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[quikdraw67]

I just checked and Palmetto State Armory has in stock the flip up sight version with case and 3 mags for $399. Palmetto is a reputable company too.

PSA is good to go. Buy from them with confidence.

 

[quikdraw67]

If I understand the OP, if you have no AR 5.56/.223, here's my suggestion -

Buy an AR you can afford, and get the CMMG conversion kit. I have one, it is reliable. Just change out the bolt, load your mag, and get ready to smile.

I use mine during winter time in my Colt M4 Carbine so I can shoot at the local indoor range.

JMHO YMMV

 

[wood714]

I special ordered a complete CMMG AR with a dedicated 22 upper.

I like the idea of adding any caliber upper on it I want.

 

[landowner]

My 15-22s are my go-to guns, I use them more than any others, you won't be disappointed.

Obviously if you want high precision, you'll want a bolt-action.

 

[Faulkner]

I bought mine in 2010 and after a dozen years I've run a zillion trouble free rounds through it. Two sons learned to plink with it and it's dispatched a good number of vermin around the hen house through the years. I've also used it to let folks who go through the sheriff's office citizen's academy do some shooting at the department range. It's been accurate enough and plenty reliable. Even though I own many other .22 rifles, including several 10/22's (which I'm fond of) and think the 15-22 is a good .22 rifle for the money.

 

[DesertFox]

Fun units. Have a pink platinum and a camo as well as a pistol. 3-9x on both carbines and red dot on the pistol. Lots of fun times, wife enjoys.

 

[ladder13]

Mine was bought in a restrictive state many years ago. First thing I did when I moved was to drill out the pin keeping the stock from moving.
Thought about having the barrel threaded (Nuther no no)but so far have nixed that. Might just get a new 15-22.

Looking at Vortex scopes.

 

[Yaworski]

It's the way to go. Get yourself a few 25 or 30 round clips, a speed reloader, a brick and go have a blast, literally!!!

Clips? .

 

[Yaworski]

I bought a couple back in 2015 or 2016. One for me and one for my daughter. I had a couple red dots laying about that I stuck on them and the fun ensued. I like it because we can shoot all afternoon for the cost of one box of .223.

 

[Semiotto]

Our favorite gun

I bought mine about 10 years ago at a LGS, I wanted to teach my sons how to shoot with it. This is my youngest son, he now takes the 15/22 with him and his friends to the range. Topped it off with a Vortex Strikefire red/green dot. BUY THE 15/22!!!!

 

[rct269]

Clips? .

Magazines = Clips

Ralph Tremaine

 

[Yaworski]

Magazines = Clips

Magazine

Clip