Ruger 22 Charger Takedown Pistol – It’s Competition Ready

By Bruce F

Ruger Charger

The Ruger 22 Charger Takedown Pistol can be considered the second generation of Charger pistol. The previous Charger always reminded me of a semi-auto version of the Remington XP-100 pistol, but just in the way the stock looked. Very futuristic with really swoopy curves. The newest Charger trades away some of that futuristic look in exchange for enhanced customization options and some interesting new features.

The Charger Takedown, reviewed here, leverages the same takedown functionality of the 10/22 Takedown Rifle. After an initial user setting of the “adjustment knob” the barrel half of the pistol can be removed and reinstalled very easily. No tools are required and Ruger provides excellent instructions on the takedown and reassembly process.

At its core, the Charger Takedown is a 10/22 rifle that has been modified to pistol form. That’s a good thing from the standpoint of reliability. 10/22 rifles have earned an enviable reputation for shrugging off shooting grime and running for thousands of rounds between cleanings. The Charger uses the same 10/22 rotary magazines as the 10/22 rifle. Many of the same customizations available …read more

Source:: Pocket Guns & Gear