Can't Recommend One Or The Other

[JD8]

Liked the 15-22 when I had it and it was very fun to shoot, but ended up selling it because of the versatility of the 10-22. Said versatility will be wasted on some people, so its preference.

 

[dennishoddy]

I'm not downplaying the S&W, they are light, accurate, and from what I've heard they are the best .22 rimfire AR platform rifle.

The Nordic NC-22 takes the lead in the .22 RF AR platform rifle.
I'm not bashing the S&W at all, it's a fine dependable rifle but when it comes to competition the Nordic is ruling the range.
BTW, I have two Ruger 10-22's that haven't seen a round shot out of them after getting the Nordic.

 

[O4L]

22lr is still a LOT cheaper than 223/556 so I can see the appeal.

Yeah, but an AR-15 is so much fun!

 

[O4L]

That and with the controls being identical it can be used for introduction or training. And while you can get conversion kits for a fill size AR to shoot 22 by the time you buy one you may as well spend a couple bucks more and have the dedicated platform with less hiccups to deal with. I know I would much rather take a new shooter to the range with my 15-22 for the first hundred rounds so that they are familiar with it and then let them have a few shots with the 223 after they are comfortable. A whole #311 of a lot cheaper too.

I actually am supposed to take someone who has never shot before in the next couple months when their schedule is conducive to making things happen.

Just about any old 22 rifle will work for training a newbie. IMHO an AR-15 is so much more fun to shoot that if your going to get something in the AR style go ahead get the .223/5.56 version.

 

[xseler]

I really like my M&P15-22 Sport!! With 4 of the 25 round mags, you can do lots of shoot'n before having to reload.

Also have a Marlin Model 60, but the M&P is my go-to plinker.

 

[beastep]

Smith. Bought my girl one when she was 8 and its perfect for her. But I shoot it more than she does. Plus regular ar furniture and things like drop in triggers fit it.

 

[TwoForFlinching]

Sent him this thread, and he ended up buying both lol. Thanks for the input fellas.

 

[RugersGR8]

Not picking sides, just saw this video and thought I would pass it along.

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