Thread: Ruger 10/22 or Remington 597?

Originally Posted by jackbowring

I'm looking for a new semi auto .22lr and currently town between a Remington 597 and a Ruger 10/22. I like the idea of the more sturdy 597 that just seems like its built better, but then there is the fully customisable Ruger. I know the older 597 models used to jam when cycling but apparently the new ones don't (Metal instead of plastic magazine). Ruger is around $500 bare, 597 is $450 Scoped.

Just wondering what everyone's preferences are and why? (Different semi auto .22lr aswell)

Ruger 10/22 no question about it. Easy to strip & clean, plenty of add-on accessories & still reasonably priced AND they'll be around for another 40 odd years as long as Hillary doesn't get into the whitehouse or queer helen doesn't get to be in charge of the UN!!!!!!!!!