10/22 Or M&P 15-22

**GunOrNot** · 01-12-2021, 10:31

Howzit

After reading the great reviews on the other thread about the 10/22 Rugers, I have decided that a 10/22 will be my first official rifle.

One of the main reasons is that the ammo is inexpensive so while I slowly stock my safe (yet to be purchased) I can spend most of my free time at the range.

Im in talks with a gent who's got a Target 10/22 which looks so good. It doesn't have the thumb hole in the stock.

CURVE BALL - Another member suggested looking at the 15-22. I saw one in real life yesterday and they look lekker.

Basically im on the fence now.

Any suggestions?

Do all 10/22's break into 2?

**oafpatroll** · 01-12-2021, 11:13

Originally Posted by GunOrNot

Howzit

After reading the great reviews on the other thread about the 10/22 Rugers, I have decided that a 10/22 will be my first official rifle.

One of the main reasons is that the ammo is inexpensive so while I slowly stock my safe (yet to be purchased) I can spend most of my free time at the range.

Im in talks with a gent who's got a Target 10/22 which looks so good. It doesn't have the thumb hole in the stock.

CURVE BALL - Another member suggested looking at the 15-22. I saw one in real life yesterday and they look lekker.

Basically im on the fence now.

Any suggestions?

Do all 10/22's break into 2?

I'd get a the Target 10/22 for what I do with a .22 and no, they are not all take down models.

**GlockForce** · 01-12-2021, 12:09

I have the S&W 15-22.
I don't think as accurate as the 10/22, but a LOT of fun to shoot.
Probably as close as you can get to shooting an actual AR15 at a much cheaper per round price.
25 round magazine, lots of after market parts to customize if you like and very well built.
As with any gun I guess, what do you want to use it for will determine the route you take...
Happy shopping

**WoodsieEC** · 01-12-2021, 13:09

Remember, they are both self-loading. Make sure you have the right competency before you apply.

Not certain but you probably need to be a DSS to justify either of those?

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**Dementorium** · 01-12-2021, 13:14

I went with the S&W 15-22.
It is very fun to shoot and my 5 year old can familiarize himself with the AR-platform.
Nothing wrong with the 10/22 - as GlockForce mentioned, really comes down to what you want to use it for.

**ady** · 01-12-2021, 13:17

Originally Posted by GlockForce

I have the S&W 15-22.
I don't think as accurate as the 10/22, but a LOT of fun to shoot.
Probably as close as you can get to shooting an actual AR15 at a much cheaper per round price.
25 round magazine, lots of after market parts to customize if you like and very well built.
As with any gun I guess, what do you want to use it for will determine the route you take...
Happy shopping

I can consistently hit a small target at 200m with my S&W 15-22 with open sights. They are accurate.

I fiddled with a Ruger and it just didn't grab me, so i went with the Smith and its amazing. I can plink with it and shoot IPSC matches and the controls are exactly like a AR so it has that familiarity, but be warned. What ever .22 you decide to buy, know that they are very very hungry.

**Vaal** · 01-12-2021, 13:32

What do you want to do with it and with what competency? What does. 22 ammo cost? About R2 a shot. For what can you load 9mm? For about the same price. Get a PCC.

**oafpatroll** · 01-12-2021, 13:33

Originally Posted by ady

What ever .22 you decide to buy, know that they are very very hungry.

^ This. It's also worth remembering that .22 ammo isn't as cheap anymore as it used to be.

**KM02** · 01-12-2021, 13:59

Also thinking about getting a 22 as my next one. Was contemplating between the mp5 and ar platform.
Somehow i just have a soft spot for the mp5 with no valid reason.

Advice?

**Adie** · 01-12-2021, 14:37

Both of them seem to be epic little guns. It all comes down to what you want to use them for and if the cool factor is a thing or not. That being said, there are various variations in the 10/22 lineup itself. Target, takedown, takedown stainless etc etc. do you want something slightly more accurate or would the idea of a more low maontence gun that can fit in a backpack be more beneficial for you? The 10/22 is more of a rifle and the 15-22 a ‘baby’ AR. With both of them you will need to have a SLR competency and be a DSS. I personally like the 10/22 as I think it’s more practical, but the 15-22 is a definite winner on the ‘cool’ factor. Unless you get the stainless 10/22 takedown and suppress it��