Volquartsen VF-6 Lightweight 22 Charger Barrel

Crazy Ivan carbon fiber stock/brace tube with Tailhook Mod 1 brace on a 22 Charger

Volquartsen’s VF-6 Lightweight 22 Charger Barrel is great foundation for a no-holds-barred Charger build. With as many chassis companies as there are out there right now, the 22 Charger has become a must-have for many enthusiasts. And when suppressed, rimfire is probably the most fun round of all. It’s also the least expensive ammo these … Read more

One from the safe: Henry Classic Lever Action .22 Magnum

My Henry Classic Lever Action .22 Magnum, sporting a rifle butt stock cover with integrated sling from RLO Custom Leather

This Henry Classic Lever Action .22 Magnum was my first lever action, and the third article in this series. I had originally bought a .22 WMR handgun and matching carbine, but the quality and performance disappointed me. Which is why I sold them both, but kept the ammo. And we all know that if you … Read more

Project Victory: Upgrading the SW22 from Smith and Wesson, Part 1

TandemKross halo Charging RIng installed on my S&W Performance Center SW22 Victory

After shooting a friend’s S&W Performance Center SW22 Victory Target Model 6″ Carbon Fiber Target Barrel, I was left with two thoughts. One, the name is way too long, but they do make it clear that this is a target pistol. And two, I needed one. Smith and Wesson has taken the standard SW22 and … Read more

SB22 Fixed Kit for the Ruger 22 Charger and 10/22

SB Tactical's SB22 Fixed Kit for the Ruger 22 Charger and 10/22 installed on my 22 Charger

When I first saw the SB22 Fixed Kit from SB Tactical, there was no question that I’d need to get one. I’ve had a completely stock 22 Charger since last October. It’s the perfect “drop-in” barreled action for this lightweight polymer chassis. Although the SB22 Fixed Kit chassis can be used on either a pistol … Read more

TandemKross Blast Pack for the Ruger Mark IV and 22/45

TandemKross Blast Pack for the Ruger Mark IV and 22/45, plus their Victory trigger, making their Ultimate trigger kit

With the release of their “Thunder” Hammer and “Lightning” Sear, TandemKross has upped their trigger game. This matched hammer and sear is available for the Ruger Mark IV and 22/45 pistols. If you’re looking to improve the performance of your factory trigger without gunsmithing, it’s the way to go. Drops right in with no fuss, … Read more

Crazy Ivan Chassis for the Ruger 10/22 Takedown, Part 2

Crazy Ivan Chassis for the Ruger 10/22 Takedown with the TacSol SB-X barrel, Axiom suppressor, and Vortex Viper on a Magpul X-22 Backpacker Optic Mount

Last month, I shared a review of the Crazy Ivan Chassis for the Ruger 10/22 Takedown. At the time, I had tried it with both of my takedowns. One used the Tactical Solutions SB-X barrel and a compact scope. The other has an Adaptive Tactical Tac-Hammer barrel, with a Vortex red dot optic. Neither was ideal, … Read more