Kidd Innovative Design 10/22

Feb 7, 2013 | Ruger 10/22 Projects

Kidd Innovative Design 10/22

This past Christmas, as a gift, I received a Tactical Solutions Vantage 10/22 Stock in Crimson Red. At the same time, a little unexpected and unplanned, I was pleasantly surprised by this beautiful and thoughtful gift. The timing was perfect. I had been in the process of gathering parts for another 10/22 project for this site, but I was not very far along in the process, and the new stock allowed me to fast-track another brand new project. You see, back in the fall, early September, if I recall correctly, I happened on to a website from a company called Kidd Innovative Design. My initial impression of the website was that Kidd Innovative Design offered premium 10/22 parts that could be used to assemble possibly the finest 10/22’s. To say I was interested is an understatement. I then researched Kidd Innovative Design’s products on the various rimfire forums. By all reports, there were no finer 10/22 parts. That was all I needed. The bug was planted.

Kidd Innovative Design 10/22 Parts

Fast forward to January, I decided to put off the other 10/22 project and order a KIDD Classic Receiver for examination purposes before taking the full plunge. Much to my surprise, the receiver arrived at my FFL in a few days. It was apparent that the KIDD Classic Receiver was beautifully machined and finished inside and out. A few days later, I ordered the remainder of the parts to complete the project. Three days later, USPS delivered a little box of joy. Kidd Innovative Design’s attention to detail is evident in their packaging and shipping. There is absolutely no risk of anything getting dinged or scuffed. Midway can learn a few things from these folks.

The trigger assembly, barrel, and bolt are machined and finished just as well as the Classic Receiver. Every surface and fit speaks of quality and precision, which I do not typically see on firearms other than 1911’a that cost thousands of dollars more. To say I was impressed is an understatement.

I spent about an hour that evening assembling the 10/22 rifle seen at the top of the page. Assembly was not as easy as assembling an AR15 but still pretty easy. Kidd Innovative Design includes all the hex key wrenches required except for the barrel v-block.

Note: Being manufactured to tight tolerances, special care needs to be taken when installing the barrel

I like to test customer service before I recommend anything, and I think it’s essential for folks to know upfront what to expect. Kidd Innovative Design’s customer service is every bit as good as its products. Each email was responded to very quickly with thorough and helpful information. Even an offer to install the barrel into the receiver for me if I had trouble. What more could I ask for from Kidd? Superior product with matching support. Kudos to Kidd Innovative Design.

Only one question remains. Do I go with a fluted barrel and a two-stage trigger for the next project?

Over the next few weeks, I will get a suppressor and optics mounted and if the weather co-operates some range time. I will throw together a dedicated page to this product in my typical part-by-part explanation with pictures.

Stay tuned.

High Tower Armory Ruger 10/22 PS90 Conversion Chassis

Jan 1, 2013 | Ruger 10/22 Stocks

High Tower Armory Ruger 10/22 PS90 Conversion Chassis – Flat Dark Earth

High Tower Armory Ruger 10/22 PS90 Conversion Chassis

The text below is a quote from the firearmblog.

High Tower Armory Ruger 10/22 PS90 Conversion Chassis:

High Tower Armory’s innovative HTA 90/22 stock is now shipping. The stock includes everything needed to make a standard Ruger 10/22 into a P90-ish bullpup and comes in three flavors; black, olive drab, and flat dark earth. The converted 10/22 has a working charging handle and safety in the same places as a real FN P90, but the translucent “magazine” up top is a fake, simply storing spare .22 rounds for looks. You’ll need to insert a regular magazine from underneath, where the actual P90 ejects its spent casings. The HTA 90/22 ejects its empties to the right using the standard 10/22 ejection port, which you can see peeking out from the side of the stock.

Some serious problem solving went into shoehorning the world’s most popular .22LR rifle into a carbon copy of the famous P90 shape without requiring any gunsmithing at all. The quality of the stock and its fittings is very high, unlike some bullpup conversions of the past. The kit comes with a fake silencer/suppressor that mounts on the stock itself and will work with either the standard barrel or Ruger’s optional .920in heavy barrel with no modifications needed. High Tower Armory states that they have had 14 year old kids successfully follow the installation instructions (which is going to make me feel real smart if I get stuck somewhere!).

High Tower Armory Ruger 10/22 PS90 Conversion Chassis

One word of warning; to meet the overall length requirement of 26 inches and keep the 10/22 a Title 1, non-NFA rifle, you need an 18 inch barrel. Factory Rugers come with an 18.5 inch barrel, but if you’ve cut yours down to 16 inches, the HTA kit is a ticket to SBR city. The black version costs $229.99, and the olive drab and flat dark earth variants run just ten bucks more than that. Of course, you have to provide your own Ruger 10/22 for the stock to fit on. If you love the look and feel of the FN P90 but don’t want to pay the high cost of 5.7×28 ammunition just to plink with, High Tower Armory has all three colors in stock right now.

LIGHTWEIGHT SILENCED 10/22 PROJECT

Sep 13, 2012 | Ruger 10/22 Projects

LIGHTWEIGHT SILENCED 10/22 PROJECT

LIGHTWEIGHT SILENCED 10/22

After being utterly thrilled with how our first 10/22 project turned out, I decided it was time to start a new project that is 180 degrees different than our BENCHREST TACK DRIVER. This time around, I am targeting size, weight, and noise.

Presently, I’m considering a 10/22 based on action and receiver parts from the following companies.

KIDD INNOVATIVE DESIGNS
TACTICAL SOLUTIONS 10/22 VANTAGE RS STOCK
TACTICAL ARMZ VALIANT .22 SILENCER
KIDD LIGHTWEIGHT BARREL or TACTICAL SOLUTIONS BARREL SB-X BARREL.

Once I accumulate the hardware, I will update this post and layout a page similar to the previous 10/22 project. I will also monitor advertised weights versus the actual weights. Stay tuned.

RUGER 10/22 SCOPE – Nikon ProStaff Rimfire 3-9 x 40 Black Matte Riflescope (BDC 150)

May 5, 2012 | Ruger 10/22 Scopes

I had originally specified a LEUPOLD EER RIMFIRE SCOPE for the RUGER 10/22 Tack Driver Project but being a bit on the the pricey side funding for other projects kept the funding for the 10/22 LEUPOLD SCOPE from being realized. As luck would have it NIKON has recognized that there is a huge market for quality RIMFIRE SCOPES at a reasonable price. To that end I decided to give the Nikon ProStaff Rimfire 3-9 x 40 Black Matte Riflescope (BDC 150) a chance.

RUGER 10/22 SCOPE – Nikon ProStaff Rimfire 3-9 x 40 Black Matte Riflescope (BDC 150)

I settled on the Nikon ProStaff Rimfire 3-9 x 40 Black Matte Riflescope (BDC 150).

: Nikon ProStaff Rimfire 3-9 x 40 Black Matte Riflescope (BDC 150)

Precise, repeatable, 1/4-inch at 50 yards reticle adjustments
BDC150 reticle is .22-LR specific
Paralax-free at 50 yards
Fully multicoated optics
Nitrogen filled and o-ring sealed
Hand-turn reticle adjustments
Waterproof/Fogproof
Quick focus eyepiece
Uses 1″ rings

WARNE MAXIMA QUICK DETACH SCOPE RINGS

I went with the WARNE MAXIMA QUICK DETACH SCOPE RINGS based on a recommendation from a friend and fellow RUGER 10/22 nut. Scope rings are one of those things that is very difficult t to judge quality on based upon a few internet pictures. It isn’t until you have a set of WARNE MAXIMA SCOPE RINGS in your hand do you appreciate the precision, quality and workmanship that goes into these scope rings.

Timney Triggers 10/22 Drop-In Assembly

Mar 14, 2012 | Ruger 10/22 Trigger

Timney Triggers 10/22 Drop-In Assembly

Timney Triggers’ 10/22 Drop-In Assembly contains a complete trigger assembly, cross-bolt safety, bolt catch and magazine release. The automatic bolt release allows the user to simply pull and release the charging handle to unlock the bolt, with or without the magazine inserted, and the magazine release extends from the front of the assembly to the underside of the trigger guard.

The steel trigger, sear and hammer are wire-EDM cut and heat-treated for durability. The housing is CNC-machined 6061-T6 aluminum and fits into any standard 10/22 stock. For installation, simply remove the two receiver cross pins, remove the old assembly, insert the Drop-In and then reinsert the cross pins. Trigger-pull weight is factory-set at 2 pounds, 12 ounces, with no discernible creep. Price: $180.

RUGER 10/22 FACTORY 25 ROUND MAGAZINE BX-25

Jun 2, 2011 | Ruger 10/22 Magazine

RUGER 10/22 FACTORY 25 ROUND 10/22 MAGAZINE

Nobody will ever accuse Ruger of moving quickly. It’s only taken 47 years for Ruger to introduce a 10/22 magazine that held more than 10 rounds. Today RUGER announced the BX-25, a Ruger designed 25 round magazine. I look forward to testing one of these magazines once they become available.

It’s refreshing to see the once most anti gun firearms manufacturer has finally embraced ALL FIREARMS including the ones Bill Ruger SR despised such as AR-15’s, 1911’s and of course magazines over 10 rounds.

HARRIS BIPOD HBRMS Showed Up Today

May 25, 2011 | Accessories

I ordered the HARRIS BIPOD HBRMS 6″-9″ on Sunday and it arrived on Wednesday. You cant beat that for service. I also ordered the #6 sling stud adapter at the the same time I placed the bipod order. This adapter allows you to install the sling stud in the Bell&Carlson stock T-Slot channel.

I has one reservation going in and that was whether or not the 6″-9″ was the correct working range for the bipod. I can now say it was in fact the correct choice. Ill get some pictures this weekend of the 10 22 with the bipod in place.

BELL & CARLSON ODYSSEY STOCK FOR RUGER 10/22 PICTURES

May 9, 2011 | Ruger 10/22 Stocks

Today my BELL & CARLSON ODYSSEY STOCK FOR RUGER 10/22 showed up at the office. I was very pleased as the stock is much nicer in person than internet pictures would lead you to believe.

BELL & CARLSON ODYSSEY STOCK FOR RUGER 10/22

A few test fits with the CLARK CUSTOM RUGER 10/22 BARRELED ACTION revealed that some minor fitting of the stock will be required. There’s some stock material interfering with the barrel clamp and the barrel is touching the stock near the end. No big deal.

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