Ruger 10/22 Sporter 22 Long Rifle Satin Black Semi Automatic Rifle – 18.5in

Description

The Ruger 10/22 Sporter in .22 Long Rifle is America’s favorite rimfire rifle—and for good reason. With its 18.5″ cold hammer-forged barrel, satin black finish, classic hardwood stock, and Ruger’s legendary rotary magazine, this semi-auto delivers unmatched reliability for plinking, small game hunting, and training new shooters.

Over 7 million 10/22s have been sold since 1964. That’s not an accident. It’s the rimfire rifle that just works, every time, for everything you want to do with a .22.

Why the 10/22 Sporter Is the Default Choice

• 18.5″ Cold Hammer-Forged Barrel: Precision rifling, consistent accuracy, and a satin black finish that resists glare and corrosion. The two-screw V-block barrel locking system ensures the barrel stays secure shot after shot.

• Patented 10-Round Rotary Magazine: Ruger’s unique rotor design separates cartridges for flawless feeding. No more rimlock jams. The magazine sits flush with the stock for a classic look and balanced handling.

• Hardwood Stock with Satin Black Finish: Traditional American walnut (or birch, depending on production run) with a smooth satin black receiver and barrel. Classic aesthetics that never go out of style.

• Adjustable Rear Sights + Gold Bead Front: Open sights that actually work. The rear sight adjusts for windage and elevation, and the gold bead front sight picks up light for quick target acquisition.

• Extended Magazine Release: Drop the mag quickly and easily without fumbling. A small detail that makes a big difference when you’re swapping mags at the range.

• Push-Button Cross-Bolt Safety: Positive, ambidextrous safety located at the front of the trigger guard. Easy to engage or disengage with either hand.

• Heat-Stabilized Polymer Trigger Assembly: High-tech materials resist impact, abrasion, and weather. The trigger is smooth, consistent, and holds up to decades of use.

• Included Scope Base Adapter: Comes with a combo base that accepts both Weaver-style and .22 tip-off scope mounts. Ready for optics right out of the box.

• Made in USA: Ruger manufactures the 10/22 in their American factories with American workers. Over 60 years of continuous production and refinement.

Specifications

• Caliber: .22 Long Rifle (.22LR)

• Action: Semi-automatic, blowback-operated

• Barrel Length: 18.5″

• Barrel Construction: Cold hammer-forged alloy steel

• Barrel Finish: Satin black (blued or matte, varies by production)

• Stock: Hardwood (American walnut or birch, varies by production run)

• Stock Finish: Satin black receiver and barrel

• Capacity: 10+1 rounds (patented rotary magazine included)

• Sights: Adjustable rear sight, gold bead front sight

• Safety: Push-button cross-bolt manual safety (ambidextrous)

• Trigger: Heat-stabilized polymer trigger assembly

• Magazine Release: Extended lever for easy removal

• Scope Mounting: Included combo base (Weaver + .22 tip-off compatible)

• Overall Length: ~37.5″

• Weight: ~5 lbs (varies by stock material)

• Twist Rate: 1:16″ (standard for .22LR)

• Warranty: Ruger lifetime warranty (repair or replacement for defects)

Ideal For

• Plinking: The 10/22 was born for this. Cheap ammo, reliable feeding, fun to shoot.

• Small Game Hunting: Squirrels, rabbits, grouse, pheasants—quiet, accurate, and effective with proper shot placement.

• Training New Shooters: Low recoil, simple operation, and affordable ammo make it the perfect first rifle.

• Pest Control: Raccoons, groundhogs, prairie dogs, starlings—handles them all.

• Competition: NSSA .22 Rimfire Pistol and Rifle matches, 4-H, Boy/Girl Scout shooting programs.

• Collecting: The 10/22 has more aftermarket support than any other rifle in history. Customize it however you want.

What’s Included

• (1) Ruger 10/22 Sporter .22LR Rifle

• (1) 10-Round Rotary Magazine

• (1) Combo Scope Base Adapter (Weaver + .22 tip-off)

• (1) Owner’s Manual

• (1) Cable Lock

• Original Packaging

The 10/22 Legacy

Since 1964, the Ruger 10/22 has been the benchmark for .22LR semi-automatic rifles. It’s the rifle dads hand down to their kids, the first rifle millions of Americans ever shot, and the platform that launched a thousand custom builds.

Why it’s endured:

• Reliability: The rotary magazine eliminates rimlock jams. The action is simple and robust.

• Accuracy: Cold hammer-forged barrels shoot consistently well.

• Customizability: Every aftermarket company makes 10/22 parts. Stocks, barrels, triggers, magazines—you name it.

• Affordability: New 10/22s cost $250–$350. Used ones are even cheaper.

• Timeless design: It just looks right. No tactical gimmicks, no unnecessary features.

Important Notes

• Ammo Not Included: .22 Long Rifle ammunition sold separately (standard velocity or high velocity recommended; avoid subsonic for reliable cycling).

• Additional Magazines: 10-round rotary mags are ~$25–$30 each. Worth buying a few extras.

• Scope Not Included: Combo base included, but scope sold separately. For plinking, open sights work fine. For hunting or target shooting, a 2-7x or 3-9x scope is ideal.

• Aftermarket Support: The 10/22 has more aftermarket parts than any other rifle. You can customize everything from the stock to the barrel to the trigger. Start stock, upgrade later.

• State Regulations: Some states restrict magazine capacity (10 rounds is legal in most, but check CA, NY, NJ, MA, CT, IL, WA, CO).