Ruger 10/22 takedown accuracy test

[miloy001]

A quick test to see if Ruger 10/22 with scope can still hold accuracy after takedown and reassambly. Five shots (left) using a 2-7x32 scope before takedown, then takedown and reassambly three times. Pull bolt handle and release three time after the last reassambly as suggested by Ruger. Fired another five shots (right) using the scope. I fell comfortable with the takwdown feature but may limit the takedown whenever possible after the scope has been zeroed.

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53 yd, CCI AR Tactical (0953), 2-7x32 scope at 7X. Right: 10 round before takedown. Left: 10 rounds after takedown and reassembly, shot immediately after reassembly WITHOUT pulling and releasing bolt to stablize the alignment. First few shots did jump a little if not ammo issus.

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[Modeler]

Looks pretty close (except for that flyer ). I shot mine for the first time yesterday, great gun!

 

[miloy001]

 

[Otter]

Based on typical accuracy of a 10/22 I would conclude it held zero amazingly well. Assuming 5 shot groups, that is nine holes in very tight proximity. I would credit the flyer to ammo inconsistency before I blamed the rifle or scope.

 

[cookie]

Impressive!

 

[Nick Burkhardt]

What is the going rate for a Stainless 10/22 Takedown these days? Bi-Mart, Wal-Mart, Big 5,etc.

 

[Modeler]

What is the going rate for a Stainless 10/22 Takedown these days? Bi-Mart, Wal-Mart, Big 5,etc.

Bi-Mart is $319.95, I picked one up at Silver Falls Pawn in Silverton a couple weeks ago for $309.99 (it was the last one).

 

[Don H]

I love my takedown. If I see one at Bi-Mart I'm going to get another one.

 

[Sgt Nambu]

Well, that is pretty darned impressive! Still arguing with myself about getting one. Thanks for the post, nice groups!

What range BTW?

 

[miloy001]

The test was done in 15 yd using CCI QUIET-22 (CCI 0960) ammo. The purpose is to check if scope can still hold zero after takedown and reassembly. CCI QUIET-22 is not very good past 20 yd. I trid CCI AR Tactical (0953) at 25 and 50 yd and all group nicely.

 

[etrain16]

Interesting test. I've wondered about accuracy after takedown. Just curious, have you considered testing accuracy using the iron sights too?

 

[Modeler]

Interesting test. I've wondered about accuracy after takedown. Just curious, have you considered testing accuracy using the iron sights too?

I did the other day with mine, no change. The barrel has both sights mounted on it, so there's really nothing to change each time.

FWIW, I'm planning on getting Tech Sights (rear sight on the receiver) and the word on the Appleseed Forum is that the zero doesn't change with those either.

 

[etrain16]

I did the other day with mine, no change. The barrel has both sights mounted on it, so there's really nothing to change each time.

FWIW, I'm planning on getting Tech Sights (rear sight on the receiver) and the word on the Appleseed Forum is that the zero doesn't change with those either.

That's good to know too. My concern about a potential change in accuracy is the only thing that held me back from getting one. I guess that means I have no choice, now I have to get one.

 

[miloy001]

53 yd, CCI AR Tactical (0953),2-7x32 scope @7x. Right: 10 round before takedown. Left: 10 rounds after takedown and reassembly, shot immediately after reassembly WITHOUT pulling and releasing bolt to stablize the alignment. First few shots did jump a little if not ammo issus.

 

[Spitpatch]

As a previous skeptic (and such posted on this site) of the gun, this is causing me to reconsider. (Most all "tests" previous that I viewed had serious procedural/method flaws).

Thank you.

 

[Modeler]

As a previous skeptic (and such posted on this site) of the gun, this is causing me to reconsider. (Most all "tests" previous that I viewed had serious procedural/method flaws).

Thank you.

The takedown model has an interesting adjustable interface between the barrel and the receiver that insures a tight, repeatable fit. The first time you put the gun together there is a ring on the receiver you tighten by hand and the locks everything together tightly. Seems to work very well.

 

[DoubleTapDrew]

That's very impressive, especially for a "survival" type rifle, not a customized one. Shoots better than my 10/22 did stock. Definitely good enough to take down some critters for dinner in a SHTF or survival situation. I've liked the idea of a A7 type survival rifle but this looks way better.

 

[miloy001]

One can spend another $99 for a folding stock for the takedown:
AGP Folding Stock For Ruger 10/22 Takedown - AGP Arms, Inc. Store

 

[Modeler]

One can spend another $99 for a folding stok for the takedown:
AGP Folding Stock For Ruger 10/22 Takedown - AGP Arms, Inc. Store

Oh boy, kinda want one now. Will it fit in the larger sleeve in the bag though?

 

[drew]

Thanks for the range report.

That's very impressive, especially for a "survival" type rifle, not a customized one. Shoots better than my 10/22 did stock. Definitely good enough to take down some critters for dinner in a SHTF or survival situation. I've liked the idea of a A7 type survival rifle but this looks way better.

I'd also thought of getting something like an A7 but this looks superior in many ways. I really like its a 10/22 because I already am invested in the platform.