The Ruger 10/22 is a semi-automatic rimfire rifle chambered in .22 LR with an 18.5-inch cold hammer-forged barrel and a walnut stock. At 5.9 lbs. it's light enough for younger shooters and easy to carry all day. The detachable 10-round rotary magazine uses a rotor to separate cartridges, which contributes to its reliable feeding record across a wide range of .22 ammunition. 
 

Key Specifications 

• Manufacturer: Ruger 
• Model: 10/22 
• Caliber: .22 LR 
• Action: Semi-Automatic 
• Barrel Length: 18.5 inches 
• Capacity: 10 rounds 
• Weight: 5.9 lbs 
• Finish: Walnut 
   

Detailed Features 

• Cold Hammer-Forged Barrel: Secured to the receiver by a two-screw V-block system. The forging process produces consistent rifling and holds up over high round counts. 
   
• Detachable Rotary Magazine: The rotor keeps cartridges separated, which is why the 10/22 has an unusually clean feeding reputation for a rimfire. 
   
• Push-Button Cross-Bolt Safety: Positive, easy to reach and operate. 
   
• Scope Mounting: Combination base adapter accepts both Weaver-style and .22 tip-off mounts, so most optic setups will work without additional hardware. 
   
• Walnut Stock: The classic wood-and-blued-steel look that made this rifle popular when it was introduced in 1964 and still draws buyers today. 
   

Usage Scenarios 

 
Works well for small game hunting, informal target shooting, and as a training rifle for new shooters. Ammunition cost is low relative to centerfire calibers, which makes extended range sessions practical. The aftermarket for the 10/22 is unusually large, so customization options are broad if you want to go that direction.

The 10/22 in walnut is one of the more widely-discussed rimfire rifles because of how long it's been around and how many people have owned one. Reliability is the most consistent praise -- it feeds a wide variety of .22 LR without much fuss, which is not universal in rimfire rifles.

Accuracy at short to medium range gets positive marks, and the semi-automatic action is frequently cited as a good introduction mechanism for new shooters. The customization ecosystem around the 10/22 comes up constantly; owners enjoy swapping stocks, triggers, and optics, and there's no shortage of aftermarket parts.

The classic walnut finish gets appreciation from owners who prefer traditional styling, though some note it's heavier than the synthetic-stocked versions. A few users want higher magazine capacity than the standard 10-round rotary, though extended magazines are available.