The Ruger 10/22 Great White is a semi-automatic .22 LR rifle with an engraved French walnut stock. At 4.9 lbs. and 37 inches overall with an 18.5-inch cold hammer-forged barrel, it sits at the dressier end of the 10/22 lineup while keeping the same reliable rotary magazine action as every other 10/22 variant. 
 

Key Specifications 

• Manufacturer: Ruger 
• Model: 10/22 Great White 
• Caliber: .22 LR 
• Barrel Length: 18.5 inches 
• Overall Length: 37 inches 
• Capacity: 10 rounds 
• Weight: 4.9 lbs (78.4 oz) 
• Action Type: Semi-Automatic 
• Stock Material: French Walnut (Engraved) 
• Safety Feature: Crossbolt safety 
   

Detailed Features 

1. Cold Hammer-Forged Barrel: The manufacturing process produces consistent bore geometry, which contributes to the 10/22's reputation for accuracy in the rimfire class. 
2. Engraved Walnut Stock: The French walnut stock has hand-cut engraving; it is a cosmetic distinction from standard 10/22 models rather than a functional one. 
3. Gold Bead Front Sight & Folding Leaf Rear Sight: Open iron sights suitable for close-range small game hunting and plinking. The gold bead is easier to acquire than a plain blade in low light. 
4. Crossbolt Safety: Two-position crossbolt that engages and disengages simply; a standard feature across the 10/22 line.

The Ruger 10/22 has a long track record, and the Great White walnut variant appeals to owners who want that record with better aesthetics.

Reliability is the most consistent positive in any 10/22 discussion. The rotary magazine design feeds .22 LR with minimal issues, and the overall platform has decades of proven service to point to.

Customization potential gets heavy discussion. The aftermarket for 10/22 parts is wider than any other rimfire rifle, and buyers in this community treat the base gun as a starting point for stocks, triggers, optics, and barrels.

Accuracy feedback is positive for rimfire standards. Most owners find it shoots adequately for small game and plinking, and those who push it further with better ammunition report tighter groups than expected from a semi-auto .22.

The walnut stock generates appreciation for the look but also practical notes: walnut is more maintenance-sensitive than synthetic in wet conditions, which is worth knowing before hunting use.

Value is a recurring theme. The 10/22 platform generally punches above its price for durability and availability of support parts. The Great White commands a premium over standard wood-stocked 10/22s for the engraving and wood grade; opinions on whether that's worth it split along collector vs. shooter lines.