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Title: Is the Ruger Takedown really "all that"?
Post by: dirsh on May 07, 2013, 12:00:49 PM
I see a lot of people are going ape shit over this rifle. Is it really that good?

I've been tempted to buy one a few times, just because it'll be easier to transport. I hardly bring out my regular 10/22 out because it takes up precious space in my rifle bag. Cleaning will also be much easier with the takedown.

To all the guys who have one (or more), is it really worth it? I also see a lot of guys selling them. Must be a reason for that too

Title: Re: Is the Ruger Takedown really "all that"?
Post by: moosed on May 07, 2013, 12:18:40 PM
I have one.  Very nice to be able to transport in a "covert" style.

As you said, cleaning is easier. 

This video shows how useful you can make it for quick bug-out in an event (natural disaster, etc.).  Running out of the house to an evac bus or trying to check into a shelter with a full-size gun case might present a problem.

http://youtu.be/IkyAudq1hlE (http://youtu.be/IkyAudq1hlE)
Title: Re: Is the Ruger Takedown really "all that"?
Post by: Paul96734 on May 07, 2013, 12:20:22 PM
The Takedown is a good rifle for the reasons you listed. I am selling mine because I am using a Browning Belgium "original" takedown rifle that I got.
Title: Re: Is the Ruger Takedown really "all that"?
Post by: Jl808 on May 07, 2013, 01:50:30 PM
Compact size lets it fit in a bug out bag. Plus lots of aftermarket parts!!!
Title: Re: Is the Ruger Takedown really "all that"?
Post by: Tom_G on May 07, 2013, 02:17:47 PM
...AND a bag of chips!
Title: Re: Is the Ruger Takedown really "all that"?
Post by: jaynick on May 07, 2013, 03:26:50 PM
hope they come out with aftermarket parts specifically for the takedown. a two piece aftermarket stock or drop in barrel replacements.
Title: Re: Is the Ruger Takedown really "all that"?
Post by: dirtylickins on May 07, 2013, 04:18:02 PM
hope they come out with aftermarket parts specifically for the takedown. a two piece aftermarket stock or drop in barrel replacements.
they do jay also receivers and other stuff too. :thumbsup:
Title: Re: Is the Ruger Takedown really "all that"?
Post by: Q on May 07, 2013, 04:29:34 PM
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Title: Re: Is the Ruger Takedown really "all that"?
Post by: jaynick on May 07, 2013, 05:15:45 PM
they do jay also receivers and other stuff too. :thumbsup:

hm yea i do see a couple stocks.

im liking the agp folding stock, but im really liking this
unfortunately its custom but doesnt look to be that difficult.
(http://hutch.smugmug.com/Other/1022-folding-stock/i-PkNCnd2/0/M/10-22-folding-stock-4-M.jpg)


ugh now i want one  just to run it with a folding stock.
Title: Re: Is the Ruger Takedown really "all that"?
Post by: macsak on May 07, 2013, 05:18:14 PM
suppliers/websites to check out?

yes, i know i can google, but which ones are the best/most popular/reputable
http://2ahawaii.com/Smileys/extended/thumbsup.gif (http://2ahawaii.com/Smileys/extended/thumbsup.gif)

they do jay also receivers and other stuff too. :thumbsup:
Title: Re: Is the Ruger Takedown really "all that"?
Post by: new guy on May 07, 2013, 05:27:53 PM
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Title: Re: Is the Ruger Takedown really "all that"?
Post by: dirsh on May 07, 2013, 05:41:57 PM
Man. I guess I was just trying to talk myself out of one but there doesn't seem to be any negatives about it. All the reviews I find online are favorable
Title: Re: Is the Ruger Takedown really "all that"?
Post by: jc2721 on May 07, 2013, 06:01:25 PM
I had one a while ago and while it was cool to take apart and put back together, I prefer the folding stock on my 10-22:

1.  not much longer overall than the TD

2.  can fire it with or without the stock folded

3.  don't have to fumble with separate parts in the dark, in a vehicle, on the run, etc.

4.  once SHTF you'll probably be open-carrying, in which case the folding stock is much more portable

5.  I don't like fiddling with the barrel tensioning do-hickey (is it as tight as the last time?, did I overtighten it? etc)

so I ended up selling my TD. 

The coolest thing was the bag it came in, so I've ordered another one.  Not really a stealthy bag, what with that big red turkey (or whatever) embroidered on it, but when you take it to the range everyone knows what's in it.

Don't get me wrong--I like the TD and I think it's cool (and I'm buying another one), but I prefer the folding stock version.

my 0.02
Title: Re: Is the Ruger Takedown really "all that"?
Post by: ilioncappy on May 07, 2013, 06:11:19 PM
if you're thinking about getting one you might as well give in to the dark side and buy it, if you don't like it i'm sure someone else will be more than willing to take it off your hands for you....
Title: Re: Is the Ruger Takedown really "all that"?
Post by: new guy on May 07, 2013, 06:26:45 PM
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Title: Re: Is the Ruger Takedown really "all that"?
Post by: Bigkahuna808 on May 07, 2013, 06:45:43 PM
Its a 10/22 taking one of the best selling guns ever giving it a face lift.  Parts are available to make it more bad ass.
If you want a cool survival gun look for a bronco in .22lr/ .410
Title: Re: Is the Ruger Takedown really "all that"?
Post by: Volcano on May 07, 2013, 09:46:10 PM
I would buy it if I was in Alaska or some where I could take it hiking.  To me its just a super portable range rifle. :shaka:
Title: Re: Is the Ruger Takedown really "all that"?
Post by: moosed on May 07, 2013, 09:48:20 PM
I would buy it if I was in Alaska or some where I could take it hiking.  To me its just a super portable range rifle. :shaka:

Yes, but what if you don't own a car and have to ride a bike or the bus to the range?

Wait ... this sounds familiar!   :wacko:
Title: Re: Is the Ruger Takedown really "all that"?
Post by: Volcano on May 07, 2013, 09:49:19 PM
Good point moosed.  Didnt think of that. ;D
Title: Re: Is the Ruger Takedown really "all that"?
Post by: BUD on May 07, 2013, 09:51:23 PM
Yes, but what if you don't own a car and have to ride a bike or the bus to the range?

Wait ... this sounds familiar!   :wacko:

No need.  You could just shoot into your yard from the graveyard next door. 
Title: Re: Is the Ruger Takedown really "all that"?
Post by: Volcano on May 07, 2013, 09:51:41 PM
Maybe a keltec sub2k.  Folds and fits in a pack.  Also uses standard pistol mags 9mm and 40 s&w.
Title: Re: Is the Ruger Takedown really "all that"?
Post by: dirtylickins on May 10, 2013, 10:54:15 PM
 :rofl:
No need.  You could just shoot into your yard from the graveyard next door.
:shake:just make sure you on your side of the wall :rofl: :rofl:
Title: Re: Is the Ruger Takedown really "all that"?
Post by: Kingkeoni on May 11, 2013, 04:07:02 AM
The 10/22 take really is an awesome rifle.

I have one and love it.

It does everything the 10/22 is supposed to do and it takes down into an ultra portable 2 pieces.

Bear in mind you don't need to use the supplied bag.

It will damn near fit into any backpack ever made.

Talk about incognito.

The Ruger TD gets the KK patented  :thumbsup: :thumbsup:

Title: Re: Is the Ruger Takedown really "all that"?
Post by: Garuda on May 11, 2013, 06:00:54 AM
Love mine!  Assembly and disassembly in seconds.  The backpack is also really sweet. Compartments to hold a scope, an sr22 in the front, and 3 bx 25 mags in the bottom pouch.  The bag also doubles as a rest.  They really thought this one through. 

For less than $400. What's not to love?  I'm more excited about this thing than my other rifles, maybe because of the low entry cost and its cheap to shoot.   :wave:
Title: Re: Is the Ruger Takedown really "all that"?
Post by: SpeedTek on May 11, 2013, 07:18:27 AM
I would never buy one.......

I bought 3

Now the fun begins.
Title: Re: Is the Ruger Takedown really "all that"?
Post by: dirsh on May 11, 2013, 09:05:28 AM
must...resist....temptation
Title: Re: Is the Ruger Takedown really "all that"?
Post by: Bigkahuna808 on May 11, 2013, 09:38:27 AM
I would never buy one.......

I bought 3

Now the fun begins.
So your the guy that brought all the take downs?
Title: Re: Is the Ruger Takedown really "all that"?
Post by: SpeedTek on May 11, 2013, 10:32:39 AM
So your the guy that brought all the take downs?

no....someone else I know
Title: Re: Is the Ruger Takedown really "all that"?
Post by: Garuda on May 11, 2013, 12:05:51 PM
must...resist....temptation


Cave!  U know you want to. Hahahahahha.

Resisting isn't the hard part.  Finding one right now is. 
Title: Re: Is the Ruger Takedown really "all that"?
Post by: macsak on May 11, 2013, 12:29:48 PM
read the other thread
sports autoritah has been getting them for the past week or two


Cave!  U know you want to. Hahahahahha.

Resisting isn't the hard part.  Finding one right now is.
Title: Re: Is the Ruger Takedown really "all that"?
Post by: jaynick on May 11, 2013, 01:18:55 PM
whats the shortest barrel you can legally have on a takedown? im assuming the 26" total length doesnt apply to this? 
Title: Re: Is the Ruger Takedown really "all that"?
Post by: fstbckgt on May 11, 2013, 03:16:26 PM
whats the shortest barrel you can legally have on a takedown? im assuming the 26" total length doesnt apply to this?
Probably 16.5, I'd assume OAL only applies to assembled weapons.