Way to go Ruger for creating something you've already created!
Thats basically it in a nut shell. IMO, This is really not a good business move for them.... it does not meet the consumers need for this particular market segment... It does not replicate practicing with an AR. It replicates shooting a 10/22 with a pistol grip.
*The Mags are a totally different style
*The mag release is a totally different style/location
*The safety is a completely different style/location
*There is no traditional AR style charging handle
*You can't do any iron sight training
*Rails must be purchase for attaching accessories on the forearm
*Did I mention the price? The MSRPs for dedicated AR-22s by Smith or Colt are $500
I dont think people that are looking for an economical way to get some AR practice are going to buy this rifle -- 10/22 enthusiasts might, but they can AR out their own 10/22 for much less money. This just does not give consumers what they are looking for when making this type of purchase...... and for far less money they can go out and buy a conversion kit, a .22 upper, or a dedicated AR-22.
IMO, this way of entering the AR-22 market is pretty much a cop out. This is not an AR-22, it is a dressed up 10/22........ and a pricey one at that.
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