S&W M&P 15-22 vs Ruger SR-22

[paracarry]

I'm thinking of purchasing one of these, can anyone give me some feed back on them, the good the bad and the ugly? I already have a a Ruger 10/22, so I am leaning toward the S&W.any feed back would be appreciated. Thank You.

 

[r2nailer]

I went up to Carl's and looked at all 3 22s. The SR22 felt the best. All metal good weight(not heavy). And used
standard 10-22 mags . The other 2 were like toys retrofitted for .22s with mag wells the size of an AR.
The SR22 is a flat top which allows you your choice of sights. The only thing was I needed to order a rail
from Ruger to mout the front sight post. I think it was like $20. all drilled and tapped and with hardware.

 

[wolf223]

i have the 15-22, i like it. it's definatley in the case EVERY time i go to the range... even if i don't plan on shooting it -i just need it there, just in case

i fondled the SR-22, it's also nice, especially since you can use the 10/22 mags.... another good thing about the SR-22 is that it has a standard AR Butt-stock, while the 15-22 is "all in one" lower receiver and butt-stock.

*if you are looking for a "trainer" AR, go with the 15-22 as all the controls and size(s) are the same.
*if you are looking for a tack driver or tacticool .22 AR, go with the one you like... each has it's advantages

the decision was easy for me because i already had (have) a 10/22 as well, so i didn't see the point in buying another one

 

[Taipan01]

I use a dedicated .22 upper on a standard A2 lower. I can't get much closer to my standard AR than that. Unfortunatly, they have not made my upper in a few years so I can't recommend it to you. If you want to go that route, go to AR15.com., there is a topic sub section under the AR15 topics for .22 calibers and rimfires. You could ask there about the current uppers and/or your post here. One thought though, if the Ruger shares the same mags as your 10/22, it may be a benefit to stick with it.

 

[Roman]

I have the 15-22. Nice little red dot on it. LOVE IT! I've had it for a week and on day one I took down a rabbit on the farm with it barely sighted in.

 

[Dan S.]

I'm thinking of purchasing one of these, can anyone give me some feed back on them, the good the bad and the ugly? I already have a a Ruger 10/22, so I am leaning toward the S&W.any feed back would be appreciated. Thank You.

can't say anything about the ruger SR-22 but I did buy the M&P 15-22 And let me tell you it the most fun I've had with my pants on. Bought a cheepey scope from walmart, dialed it in at 50 yards then compensated for a 8" x 8" target AT 100 YARDS and WOW 20 OUT OF 20 how much more can I say !!!!! DO IT !!!

 

[EcHo]

I got the 15-22 last weekend and when it functioned it was a very fun gun to shoot. It was out of commission for a few days while I tried to get very heavy leading out of the barrel (never buying CCI Blazer again), but its back up and functioning now and I love it. I've never shot the SR-22 but I have no complaints about the 15-22 and I'm a picky person.

 

[chinalfr]

I'm thinking of purchasing one of these, can anyone give me some feed back on them, the good the bad and the ugly? I already have a a Ruger 10/22, so I am leaning toward the S&W.any feed back would be appreciated. Thank You.

I have look at S&W M&P15-22, Ruger SR22 and Remington 597. S&W feel very plastic. I like the charging handle for S&W as it's feel like I'm handling a real AR-15. I also have a chance to try out the SR22 at the range. It's heavy and felt like a real gun. I like the feel of SR22 and I'm add a SR-22 to my collection. 597 also feel good too, but I have not shoot it.

I think SR22 is the better path. First, you already have Ruger Magazine. No need to spend money for S&W magazine. Ruger magazine will work on your 10/22 or SR22. Second, you can get Pre-Ban magazine for Ruger. More ammo capacity.

 

[TheRoland]

It really depends on if you want a training AR or just a tacticool .22.

 

[Chuck]

I can only say that I love my M&P15-22, especially have a little trigger work, polishing and new springs. That it is so AR standard made that a breeze. And it makes carbine training cheap and fun for the whole family!

 

[MadRussian]

I have shot my friend's MP15-22, it's nice.
Bought an ATI .22lr Upper and would recommend it to anyone.
Cheaper then a rifle and shoots everything.

 

[rightofwayman]

Hello, If you are looking for acessories for your Ruger SR-22, check out www.ironeagletactical.com. You will see alot of new accessories there for the SR-22.

 

[paracarry]

Who knows what about the GSG5 .22 imported by American Tactical, held one the other day Liked the feel of it and the price. Anyone have any experience with these? I think I may go that way rather than the S&W or Ruger.

 

[Daytona440]

Who knows what about the GSG5 .22 imported by American Tactical, held one the other day Liked the feel of it and the price. Anyone have any experience with these? I think I may go that way rather than the S&W or Ruger.

I got to put a few rounds through a GSG5 a couple days ago. It had a red dot scope and was nice. Very fun to shoot. The owner had a very positive review of it. I'm currently looking into either a GSG5 or the S&W MP15-22

 

[JayD]

I have a GSG AK-47 and I think its an awesome plinker. Occasionallt it will have a failure to feed on the last round, but its no big deal for me. Last weekend my best friend picked up a GSG5 at the Springfield show (for a STEAL) and after taking it to the range this week we also love this little plinker. Since the GSG5 has had a redesign, the older ones are going for a little more cash now though.

 

[bostonasphalt2]

I love my MP 15-22.

 

[Stratocaster1422]

If you have a 10/22 you can go buy the stock separately and make an SR-22.

If you don't have an AR already, you should get a GSG or a 15-22. I PM'd you about my buddy who has a GSG for sale here.