8 Year old shoots her first Ruger 10/22 Long Range Rifle video by Allie Arms. [Good to take young daughters out to shoot.]
Summary:
After four years of participating in events at our local Fish and Game Club, and with the permission of our neighbors, Allie finally got the chance to shoot her very first Ruger 10/22 long-range rifle. Her excitement, enthusiasm, and joy are truly inspiring to watch!
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| Above, the Ruger 10/22 I bought around 1983. Photo by Armand Vaquer. |
There are different rifle models and makes that are offered.
The Ruger 10/22 .22 rifle is one great example. Over the years, the rifle has been offered in different styles. Mine is the original carbine that I bought around 1983 for under $90.
Pew Pew Tactical took a look at the 8 best Ruger 10/22 models for plinking, hunting and competition.
They start with:
The Ruger 10/22 is an iconic rifle and one of the most popular starter platforms for beginner shooters. It’s high-quality but affordable, and the .22 Long Rifle chambering makes it easy (and cheap) for everyone to shoot.
The 10/22 also enjoys endless aftermarket support, so it’s easy to customize this little rifle to fit your needs and wants.
We'll talk about that, too! After we break down the best Ruger 10/22 models, let's explore the history of this venerable rifle to see how it went from the new kid on the block to a revered and beloved rifle platform.
To read more, go here.
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| Above, my Winchester 94 and Ruger 10/22. Both made the list. Photo by Armand Vaquer. |
Some guns were made and perform so well that they never became obsolete. Ones that were discontinued even outlasted their replacements.
Such is the topic of an article in The Avid Outdoorsman. They list 20 guns that were called obsolete and kept outlasting theri replacements.
They begin with:
Every few years the gun world decides something is “done.” Too heavy. Too slow. Too old-school. Then hunting season rolls around, the weather turns nasty, and the so-called outdated gun is the one that still gets grabbed on the way out the door.
I’m not saying new designs are bad. A lot of them are genuinely better. But “better on paper” doesn’t always beat “works every time, even when you’re cold, tired, and wearing gloves.” Here are 20 firearms that have been dismissed more than once, and somehow keep hanging around long after the shiny replacement gets traded off.
To read more, go here.
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| Above, the Ruger P95 is described as, "the trigger is nothing fancy, and the styling is pure utility, but the gun works." Photo by Armand Vaquer. |
Some guns got passed over or just overlooked. But over the years, those same guns gained more respect with the passage of time.
That is the topic of a slideshow article in MSN (courtesy of The Avid Outdoorsman).
I have two guns that made the list and they're both Rugers: the Ruger 10/22 rifle and the Ruger P95 pistol. Both have been reliable over the years. I've never had problems with either one.
The slideshow begins with:
Some guns earn respect right away. Others have to sit through years of jokes, low prices, bad timing, or plain old indifference before people finally understand what they were looking at. That kind of respect usually means more because it was not handed out by ads or internet noise.
The guns on this list did not all start out as legends. Some were considered ordinary. Some were too cheap to impress anybody. Some were misunderstood because they looked different, felt different, or arrived before the market knew what to do with them. Over time, real use has a way of cleaning up the conversation.
To see more, go here.
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| Above, the Ruger 10/22 (older, basic carbine) made no. 3 on the list. Photo by Armand Vaquer. |
Some people with guns will sometimes sell them for what they think is something better, only to regret it later.
MSN posted (from The Avid Outdoorsman) a slideshow article of 20 firearms people sold too soon.
They begin it with:
Most of us have one that got away. A rifle you traded because a buddy swore something else was better. A shotgun you sold to fund a new scope. A handgun you let go because it “didn’t fit a role,” only to realize later it fit just fine. Here are 20 firearms I’ve seen folks regret moving down the road before they really understood what they had.
To read more, go here.
Top 5 Most Owned Rifles in America (2026) – Millions Own #1! video by David Miller on Firearms Law.
Summary:
What are the most owned rifles in America in 2026?
In this video, we reveal the Top 5 most popular rifles owned by millions of Americans, including the AR-15, AK-pattern rifles, bolt-action hunting rifles, Ruger 10/22, and lever-action rifles.
You'll learn:
America's most owned rifle
Why millions choose these firearms
2026 gun law updates
State restrictions you should know
Hunting and home defense rifle options
Responsible firearm ownership
Rifle Prices COLLAPSED in 2026 — 10 Rifles NOW Dirt-Cheap in 2026! video by Gun Addicts.
Summary:
The rifle market has taken a dramatic turn in 2026, and savvy buyers are taking full advantage. After years of soaring prices, supply shortages, and overwhelming demand, many popular rifles have become far more affordable than anyone expected. Whether it's increased production, changing consumer trends, or an oversupplied market, some outstanding rifles are now available at prices that would have seemed impossible just a few years ago.
In this video, we're counting down Rifle Prices COLLAPSED in 2026 — 10 Rifles NOW Dirt-Cheap in 2026! From dependable hunting rifles and tactical favorites to precision bolt-actions and budget-friendly semi-autos, these firearms offer exceptional performance without the premium price tag.
We'll break down what makes each rifle a standout bargain, including accuracy, reliability, build quality, features, aftermarket support, and overall value. Some of these rifles were once considered expensive dream guns, while others have quietly become the best bargains on the market thanks to recent price drops and increased availability.
If you love getting the most value for your money, this is one countdown you won't want to miss. Stay until the end because our number one pick is a rifle that combines premium performance, legendary reliability, and a surprisingly affordable price—making it one of the biggest bargains of 2026.
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| Above, my Winchester 94 and Ruger 10/22. Photo by Armand Vaquer. |
Until I decided that I wanted to buy a pre-64 Winchester 94 lever-action rifle in .30-30 caliber, I had no "craving" to buy "that certain gun." Well, maybe after seeing a friend's Ruger 10/22 during a shoot caused me want to buy comes close. But there were plenty of them around and I bought one in short order for under a hundred bucks. The Winchester as definitely a sought-after gun. I found exactly what I wanted in an Albuquerque gun store.
There are some guns that people talked themselves out of buying, causing them to regret it. That is the crux of an article in The Avid Outdoorsman.
They begin it with:
Some guns do not look like obvious buys at the time. Maybe the price felt a little high, the caliber seemed odd, the model looked outdated, or the buyer figured there would always be another one later. Then the market changed, the gun disappeared, and that “I’ll think about it” decision started hurting.
The worst part is that many of these guns were not rare when people passed on them. They were sitting in used racks, police trade-in cases, pawn shops, and surplus bins waiting for someone to recognize what they were. Now the same guns cost more, show up less, and make people wish they had just bought the thing when they had the chance.
To read more, go here.
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| Above, the Ruger 10/22, the first gun I ever bought. Photo by Armand Vaquer. |
The first firearm I ever bought was a Ruger 10/22 .22 caliber semi-auto rifle. I had inherited other guns previously, but this was the first one that I bought after seeing a friend's when we went out plinking.
I had been using my grandfather's Winchester 62A .22 caliber. While I enjoyed shooting it (still do), I decided to buy the Ruger. I have purchased more guns since then. They range from rifles, pistols and shotguns.
The Ruger 10/22 made the list of 15 guns that turned into lifetime keepers without trying by The Avid Outdoorsman.
They begin their list with:
Some guns become lifetime keepers on purpose. They’re bought as heirlooms, special editions, or once-in-a-lifetime purchases. Owners know from day one that they’ll never sell them. Those are easy to understand.
The more interesting ones are the guns that become keepers almost by accident. They start out as practical buys, range toys, hunting tools, or ordinary carry guns. Then years pass, and the owner realizes the gun has earned a permanent spot. It may not be the fanciest firearm in the safe, but selling it would feel like a mistake.
To read more, go here.
Most Men Pick the Wrong Survival Gun — Here's Why a .22 Took #1 video by The Armory.
Summary:
Most people focus on firepower when choosing the best SHTF survival guns. The reality is that reliability, logistics, sustainment, and versatility often matter far more.
In this video, we're ranking seven of the most respected survival firearms ever made—from the Ruger 10/22 and Henry AR-7 to the AR-15, Mossberg 500, Remington 870, Winchester Model 94, Ruger Gunsite Scout, and Savage Model 42. We'll examine wilderness survival capability, emergency preparedness value, ammo availability, portability, durability, and long-term practicality in a real grid-down scenario.
Whether you're interested in prepper guns, bug out equipment, off-grid preparedness, or simply enjoy learning about proven firearms, this ranking offers a realistic perspective on what actually works.
Comment below: Which firearm would you trust most?
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What you'll learn:
Which survival firearm earned the #1 spot
The biggest mistake people make when choosing prepper guns
Why logistics may matter more than raw firepower
The Dirty Secret of .22 Rifle Prices in 2026! video by Guns and Gear.
Summary:
The .22 LR market is lying to you about price vs performance. Here are the top 10 best .22 LR rifles in 2026, ranked strictly by value and accuracy.
In this comprehensive review, we analyze the ten most popular rimfire rifles on the market to determine which models deliver genuine performance per dollar. We strip away the marketing hype to compare action types, barrel configurations, trigger weights, and out-of-the-box accuracy. From the heavy cold-hammer-forged barrels of precision bolt-actions to the lightweight polymer chassis of modern semi-automatics, we break down the engineering that actually matters. Whether it's the modularity of the 10/22 platform, the sniper-DNA of the Tikka T1x, or the user-adjustable AccuTrigger on the Savage Mark II, this data-driven ranking exposes which features justify their price tag and which are just expensive window dressing.
Finding the right .22 LR shouldn't require a guessing game. This guide helps you match the perfect rifle to your specific needs, whether you are hunting small game, training for centerfire precision matches, or just plinking at the range. By understanding the real-world capabilities of lever-action, semi-auto, and bolt-action platforms, you can make an informed decision based on reliability, ergonomics, and budget, ensuring your next rifle delivers consistent groups without breaking the bank.
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| Above, the Ruger P95 9 mm semi-auto pistol. Photo by Armand Vaquer. |
I have two firearms made by Sturm, Ruger and Company.
They are the iconic Ruger 10/22 .22 rifle and the Ruger P95 9 mm pistol. Both have been very reliable over the years. I have never had any problem with either of them.
It has been my experience that Ruger firearms are of high quality and at affordable prices.
Ruger has been an innovator since the company's beginning and MSN (via The Avid Outdoorsman) posted a slideshow of 15 things that Ruger did that changed the gun world.
They begin with:
Ruger is not the kind of company that changed the gun world by building only one legendary firearm and riding that name forever. It changed the market by doing something more practical: making useful guns regular shooters could actually afford, then repeating that formula across rimfire pistols, rimfire rifles, revolvers, semi-auto rifles, bolt guns, and eventually Marlin lever actions.
That is the real Ruger story. The company started in 1949 with a .22 pistol, then kept finding ways to build firearms that were rugged, approachable, and smartly manufactured. Ruger’s own product history shows the 10/22 beginning production in 1964, and the company’s 2020 acquisition of Marlin pulled one of America’s most beloved lever-gun names into Ruger’s modern manufacturing world.
To read more, go here
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| Above, my Ruger P95 on the gun cleaning mat. Photo by Armand Vaquer. |
Sturm, Ruger & Co. is one of the biggest names in firearm manufacturing.
I personally own two of their products: a Ruger 10/22 .22 caliber rifle and a Ruger P85 semi-automatic pistol 9 mm. Neither one has ever given me any problems over the years.
The Avid Outdoorsman posted an acticle on 15 things most shooters don't know about Ruger. It is an interesting read.
They begin it with:
Ruger is one of those brands almost every shooter knows, but a lot of people only know the surface version. They know the 10/22. They know the Mark pistols. They know the GP100, the American Rifle, the Mini-14, and the fact that Ruger usually builds guns with a practical, working-man reputation. But the company’s story is a lot more interesting than “they make affordable guns that work.”
Ruger has been around since 1949, and it grew from a small startup built around a $37.50 rimfire pistol into one of the biggest American firearm manufacturers. The company still manufactures firearms in the United States, with major facilities tied to places like Newport, New Hampshire; Prescott, Arizona; and Mayodan, North Carolina. Ruger also owns Marlin now, which pulled one of America’s most loved lever-gun names under the Ruger roof.
To read more, go here.
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| Above, the Ruger 10/22 and scope. Photo by Armand Vaquer. |
Today was a planned shoot at the shooting area to zero (adjust) the mounted scope on my Ruger 10/22. But, it is very windy out (which woke me up) right now. It looks like I'll have to wait a few days.
According to the National Weather Service forecast for Jamestown, New Mexico:
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| Above, yours truly with the Ruger 10/22. Photo by Larry Lucier. |
It was a nice day for plinking at the shooting area. The only issue was that it was a little windy.
Joining Larry Lucier and I was Victor Gomez.
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| Above, Victor Gomez and his revolver. Photo by Armand Vaquer. |
All three of us just shot .22 caliber ammunition. It is a lot cheaper these days.
We all had a good time. I have to get my Bushnell scope on my 10/22 adjusted (or zeroed). I would aim perfectly at the target but kept missing. The targets were probably too much further away as well. I did much better with the .30-30 Winchester during the last shoot. I basically couldn't shoot the broadside of a barn today.
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| Above, Larry Lucier shooting his Henry .22. lever-action. Photo by Armand Vaquer. |
We tried to go to Denny's for coffee afterwards, but they were closed with yellow fire warning tape draped across the main entrance. It has been closed off at least since Tuesday.
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| Above, the Winchester 62A .22 I inherited from my grandfather. Photo by Armand Vaquer. |
Now that spring is in full swing, we decided to to some target shooting tomorrow at our shooting area.
According to the National Weather Service, tomorrow will be sunny with a high of 76°, which is good plinking weather.
Here's the forecast for this week:
For this session, I think that I will stick with .22 LR caliber rifles. It will either be with the Winchester 62A or the Ruger 10/22 (or both). With prices for larger calibers high right now, shooting with the .22 caliber rifles is more economical.
Hopefully, we won't have any mishaps like the last time.
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| Above, my 1983 Ruger 10/22. Photo by Armand Vaquer. |
One of the most successful guns ever made is the Ruger 10/22.
I bought one around 1984 after trying out a friend's and liked it. It is still being made, although some changes were made (some say "cheapened") with different versions.
MSN has posted a slideshow article of 15 little-known facts about the Ruger 10/22.
It begins with:
The Ruger 10/22 is one of those rifles that gets treated like it was always just “that handy little .22 everybody has.” That sells it short. The 10/22 was introduced in 1964, and over the decades it turned into one of the most successful rimfire rifles ever built. Ruger said in 2003 that more than 4 million had been produced by the rifle’s 40th anniversary, and later NRA coverage said sales had passed 6 million.
What makes the 10/22 interesting is that its success was not just about being cheap or familiar. The rifle won because several design ideas came together in a way that was unusually smart for a mass-market rimfire: the rotary magazine, the barrel attachment system, and the bolt setup all helped make it compact, reliable, and easy to build. American Rifleman flat-out says the “magic” of the 10/22 comes from three creative innovations: the barrel block, the rotary magazine, and the anti-bounce bolt.
To read more, go here.
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| Above, my Winchester 94 and Ruger 10/22. Both rifles made the list. Photo by Armand Vaquer. |
Some firearms come and go. The ones that stay over decades are the ones that were well designed and proven themselves reliable.
The Avid Outdoorsman posted an article on firearms that proved they could last. I definitely two on the list and one that is a different version.
The article begins with:
Some guns earn attention because they are new, loud, expensive, or covered in features. Others earn it the slower way. They get carried, hunted with, left in trucks, passed through families, rebuilt, refinished, and kept working long after the next big thing has come and gone.
That kind of staying power is hard to fake. A firearm can look good in a catalog and still fall apart under real use. The ones below proved themselves by sticking around, showing up in the field, and giving owners fewer reasons to replace them than the market expected.
To read more, go here.
Top 10 Most Accurate Rifles Ever Made– #2 Definitely Will Shock You! video by Gun Junkies.
Summary:
Accuracy separates a good rifle from a truly legendary one. In this video, we break down 10 of the most accurate rifles ever made, highlighting firearms that earned their reputation through precision, consistency, and real-world performance.
We explore the features that make these rifles stand out, including barrel quality, trigger design, action smoothness, stock stability, and long-range capability. These rifles are known for delivering tight groupings and repeatable results, whether on the range, in competition, or out in the field.
If you think you already know which rifle deserves the top spot, wait until you see the unexpected #2 choice.
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| Above, the Ruger 10/22 I bought in the early 1980s. Photo by Armand Vaquer. |
Back in the day (1980s to be exact), friends and I used to go shooting out in Texas Canyon in the Newhall/Saugus area of Southern California.
During one of our shoots, a friend brought his Ruger 10/22 .22 LR rifle. I was shooting with my maternal grandfather's Winchester 62A that I inherited at the time.
I tried out the 10/22 and liked it. I ended up buying one around 1983-84. I still have it and shoot with it on occasion at our shooting range in New Mexico.
There is a 2021 review of the modern Ruger 10/22 rifles at The New Rifleman website and it was deemed inferior to the ones made in the 1980s by the reviewer. Ruger made a number of cost-cutting measures to the gun since the 1980s, cheapening it. I am glad that I bought mine when I did.
It starts with:
What are the central tenants of a good firearm? I think there are two *basic* tenants. 1) The rifle hits what it’s aimed at. 2) The rifle shoots when you tell it to. So basically it’s accurate and reliable. From this standpoint, a rifle accurate enough to hit your target and to do so reliably every time the trigger is pulled is all you really need. Then there are the details. The numerous details… The gravy. Gravy adds to the flavor. Turkey meat will keep you fed, but the dressing, the gravy, and the cranberries make you happy.
I recently acquired a 2020-2021 production 10/22… functionally it’s what a firearm should be, but is the turkey is missing the gravy?
To read more, go here.
