Posted: 2/11/2025 7:06:11 PM EDT
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Fooling around with the idea of rebuilding my stock 10/22 for NRL22. I know that's a endless rabbit hole and there's probably a lot of guys that will suggest another route. But, if I were to go with the 10/22 what's the best barrel length to go with (and why, if you don't mind)? 16.5" 18" 20" Thanks! |
| I don't think it'd make a noticeable difference with any length. I would go shorter, just to add a suppressor. However, you guessed it, I would go with a bolt action rather than semi auto. Bolt guns are more accurate and way easier to transition to different positions with vs a semi auto. |
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Originally Posted By 19Gimletz: Fooling around with the idea of rebuilding my stock 10/22 for NRL22. I know that's a endless rabbit hole and there's probably a lot of guys that will suggest another route. But, if I were to go with the 10/22 what's the best barrel length to go with (and why, if you don't mind)? 16.5" 18" 20" Thanks! I would go 20” for a couple reason. The longer the barrel the more time the round has to settle a little and I have found over the years I get better ES/SD numbers with my longer barrels. Also for more weight out front for balance on props. No need to get a short barrel and then have to add weights to the front. I prefer a bolt gun also but lots of people like the semis so do as you like. |
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Link to Vudoo Video Vudoo put this out a while back and I thought it was interesting. They get into barrel length/profiles. I went with an 18” MTU-V as I’ll be mainly hunting with my V22, but I wanted something that isn’t as light as my 10/22 with a fluted 16” barrel. If I buy another Vudoo I might go 20-21”. |
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| I'd go as short as possible. Easier transition between barriers, less rifle to move. 4" may not sound like a lot (that's what she said, lol), but having to maneuver that extra barrel length around barriers in through holes will add time. You aren't going to notice an accuracy difference between a 16" or 20" semi auto. But, as others have pointed out, a semi auto isn't going to be a help in a competitive NRL22 match; bolt action will win every time due to the accuracy of a bolt action. |
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Sorry I dropped off the edge of the world Gents, the flu was absolutely kicking my ass. Thanks for all the responses. FZJ80, that video was really helpful. Those guys are operating WAY above where I see myself going but, a lot of great info. I'm actually more undecided than ever. Souping up my 10/22 would be a fun project but, I'm now willing to concede I wouldn't be as competitive as I would be even with a Ruger Precision Rimfire and I'd spend a hell of a lot more money only to still be behind the curve. Then I went and fell in love with the CZ 457. Then the Bergara. Then back to the CZ. Then I bothered to actually go onto the NRL22 website. Turns out they only list one club within 90 miles of me. That club has one mention (no details) of NRL on their site but, not NRL22. Without naming names, I've had dealings with this club before and I'd really rather not go back. So, my dreams of NRL22 may be over before they could begin and I can't help but think there's really no sense dropping $1500 (the new Base Class max) on a platform I can't even compete with. So, might be souping up that 10/22 on the cheap just for the fun of it and call it a day. |
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Nrl22 is not the only .22 game. Look here on the Modern American Rimfire Series page and you can find more matches as I know there are a bunch in New England now. https://modernamericanrimfireseries.com/ Also the PRS22 series as well. |
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Originally Posted By 19Gimletz: Sorry I dropped off the edge of the world Gents, the flu was absolutely kicking my ass. Thanks for all the responses. FZJ80, that video was really helpful. Those guys are operating WAY above where I see myself going but, a lot of great info. I'm actually more undecided than ever. Souping up my 10/22 would be a fun project but, I'm now willing to concede I wouldn't be as competitive as I would be even with a Ruger Precision Rimfire and I'd spend a hell of a lot more money only to still be behind the curve. Then I went and fell in love with the CZ 457. Then the Bergara. Then back to the CZ. Then I bothered to actually go onto the NRL22 website. Turns out they only list one club within 90 miles of me. That club has one mention (no details) of NRL on their site but, not NRL22. Without naming names, I've had dealings with this club before and I'd really rather not go back. So, my dreams of NRL22 may be over before they could begin and I can't help but think there's really no sense dropping $1500 (the new Base Class max) on a platform I can't even compete with. So, might be souping up that 10/22 on the cheap just for the fun of it and call it a day. As Rob mentioned there are lots of competition venues that are options. Also a lot of clubs will run similar non sanctioned matches that are fun too. ( I shoot such a match and it is a lot of fun!) Don’t get hung up on the base class stuff. Most people quickly move to open class. When I started some years ago base class was even more restrictive. Optics quality is where the important stuff is. I can’t recall if it was 2023 or 24 but the guy who won the nrl 22 national championship was using a tikka T1X that could have qualified for base class, but the optic was high ( very high) end I can hold my own against bolt guns with a Kidd 10/22, so they can be competitive. Good glass again is the key. |
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Originally Posted By AT-ST83: I'd go as short as possible. Easier transition between barriers, less rifle to move. 4" may not sound like a lot (that's what she said, lol), but having to maneuver that extra barrel length around barriers in through holes will add time. You aren't going to notice an accuracy difference between a 16" or 20" semi auto. But, as others have pointed out, a semi auto isn't going to be a help in a competitive NRL22 match; bolt action will win every time due to the accuracy of a bolt action. 
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Morning Gents, Resurrecting this thread to kind of put it to bed. I feel like my decision making process for precision .22 has been like playing connect the dots with a shotgun pattern and trying to figure out what the he'll I'm looking at.  Finally settled on (and purchased) a CZ 457 Varmint. Weather and a scheduling conflict (my fault) have kept me from even putting one full box through her and I've only got an old super cheap Simmons on there at the moment but, I'm happy with my decision and I think she will serve me well. Thanks again to everyone for sharing the knowledge. Now to go start prowling the optics page......... |
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Originally Posted By captain127: As Rob mentioned there are lots of competition venues that are options. Also a lot of clubs will run similar non sanctioned matches that are fun too. ( I shoot such a match and it is a lot of fun!) Don’t get hung up on the base class stuff. Most people quickly move to open class. When I started some years ago base class was even more restrictive. Optics quality is where the important stuff is. I can’t recall if it was 2023 or 24 but the guy who won the nrl 22 national championship was using a tikka T1X that could have qualified for base class, but the optic was high ( very high) end I can hold my own against bolt guns with a Kidd 10/22, so they can be competitive. Good glass again is the key. What's "very high end" a $4500 ZCO or a $6500 Tangent Theta? I'm running a Europtic black Vortex Gen 3 Razor on my CZ 457 Manners. Got it for under $2200 NIB Couldn't pass up that deal. For budget scopes Ray(X ring) put up the DNC 7-36x56 against the Arken Gen 2. Said the DNC was a better scope for less money and even came out and said if he loses his promotional funds he gets from Arken so he it. Said he was just telling it as it is. ETA if you have a short barrel 22LR say 16 inches. Don't get the vortex Gen 3 Razor. My CZ balanced nice before adding that weight on the rail. I've since purchased a Lilja 26" x 1" straight taper barrel to get it to balance back out as it butt heavy now
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Originally Posted By masterofpew: What's "very high end" a $4500 ZCO or a $6500 Tangent Theta? I'm running a Europtic black Vortex Gen 3 Razor on my CZ 457 Manners. Got it for under $2200 NIB Couldn't pass up that deal. For budget scopes Ray(X ring) put up the DNC 7-36x56 against the Arken Gen 2. Said the DNC was a better scope for less money and even came out and said if he loses his promotional funds he gets from Arken so he it. Said he was just telling it as it is. ETA if you have a short barrel 22LR say 16 inches. Don't get the vortex Gen 3 Razor. My CZ balanced nice before adding that weight on the rail. I've since purchased a Lilja 26" x 1" straight taper barrel to get it to balance back out as it butt heavy now I think the gun had the basic tikka with a few ( within base class rules ) tweaks but was running a Z co |
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As Rob said, there are many other options, especially with MARS. If you can find a few like-minded individuals, start your own club! As for the topic, I wouldn’t get wrapped around the axle of barrel length, I don’t know anything about your build or experience level which might influence my opinion. The 10/22 platform is an excellent gateway to learning many skills, from mild smithing,parts swapping,tuning, to what style and balance of stock or chassis you prefer. Kidd, Shilen, Volquartsen, Fedderson, and others make premium bull barrels in many lengths, and you will likely see excellent results with them. If you’re not a builder and want a decent starting point in this platform, I’m extremely impressed with the Bergara BXR. |
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This topic has so many different answers. Maybe try a few barrels and see what you like the best. I know that is kind of expensive, but there is no one answer. Several say get a 20+ to minimize SD. While people like Feddersen say get a 16 as it is best for accuracy. I am planning out a NLR22 build at the moment and it is the part I am stuck on as well as what receiver to get. |