10+ 10/22

[u/therowdyirishman]

Hey lads, here's an instructional video on clip loading the Dlask Tuff-22 mags. Since learning the right technique these have worked exceptionally well for me. Using the stripper clips offers a few very nice perks, mainly speed of reloading an empty mag. Although they're also easier to load with gloves/cold fingers and the spare clips can be reloaded by a friend while the mag is in use. If you find the clip system isn't worth the hassle you've still got a high quality reliable 25 round mag with a follower button to assist in loading. 1400rnds+ only 4 malfunctions through my 10/22 TD. I've shot a lot of 22LR semis and I've had the most fun with the least headaches using my (heavily modded) 10/22. These 4 mags which come with 2 clips each and I bought a 5 pack of clips too (13 clips total) allow me to shoot 280 rounds before needing to crack another box of ammo.

Suffice it to say I feel the cost of having my receiver modded to accept them and the price of the mags themselves was WELL worth it. As I've shown here you can save a few bucks by not getting the speed loader too! Feel free to ask any questions you might have and I'll do my best to answer them.

Enjoy extended mags, plink on, run drills, and put some respect on the ol' Ruger 10/22 my dudes haha.

[u/therowdyirishman]

Hell yeah this is the comment I've been waiting for, they are indeed AWESOME! I say this as someone who's owned many 22LR semis, Rem 597, GSG MK22, GSG16 (16") and a CMMG conversion kit for my AR. I felt that many people must not be aware of these mags so I wanted to do a little PSA post with the proper loading technique. I can update you right now though haha, I don't post my gear until I can speak from experience about it l.

I got 4 mags in February, since then my rifle doesn't leave the range without shooting 280 rounds, often double that, some days more if I'm bringing guests. I meant to keep a better round count going but it's been 1400rnds minimum (without cleaning and on some days -15c weather) and I've had a total of 4 mag related malfunctions. This is exceptional reliability for a rimfire semi in my experience. I think the round count starting from Feb is closer to 2200+ but I can't swear to it as I buy my ammo by the case and have many other guns chambered in 22LR.

This doesn't affect your ability to use OEM mags, the modification merely removes enough material to accommodate the protrusion on the front side of the mag. Take a look at the link I posted in another comment for specifics.

Finally in the interest of full disclosure I'll mention my only complaints with these mags. 1) they don't drop free, however I think the fall would damage them so this isn't the worst thing. 2) they won't fit nicely in mag pouches. I run drills in a chest rig, likely not a big deal for most people. 3) the stripper clips on their own once loaded I think could be damaged by crushing or bending forces. So if you want to transport them loaded I'd recommend finding an appropriate storage solution like I demonstrated.

Send it off bro!

[u/drank_myself_sober → u/therowdyirishman]

Great report on them, thanks.

1) not concerned about the mags not dropping out. Do they pull out fairly easy though? You don’t need a secret handshake to get them out, right?

2) mag pouches, good to know, not really an issue.

3) figured, but general build quality is ok for the mag?

4) was going to order the 4pk of mags, do they come with two strippers each?

[u/therowdyirishman → u/drank_myself_sober]

1) Yes light downward pressure or a bump from the fresh mag Blyat style is sufficient. Insertion is where it feels a tad awkward. It can be done at 90° but feels a bit clunky. Seems that the plunger style mag catch takes it smooter with a mild AK "rock and lock" angle to the mag. This comes intuitively with the angled mag I find.

2) Fair enough my dude. My AR conversion kit used black dog mags that were basically polymer GI's super solid and slick so I miss that a bit. I opted to remove the bullet trough on the side of the mag body that can be used to hold a reload for the clip, this slimmed them down a bit.

3) Build quality impressed me. 4 coated maybe stainless Allan bolts/nuts hold it together. Metal parts where it matters (feed lips, follower button core, locking latch pin, etc) seems like quality polymer. The real magic happens inside though. It uses a spring design like no other I've seen. It's like a little rug with the spool captured in the mag follower button! It unrolls against the mag body's inner edge as the follower is pulled downward. Best of all the follower itself floats through the mag with very little contact/friction, which can be a source of reliability issues with 22LR mags. A word of caution DO NOT REMOVE THE SPRING! I tried this and it was a BIG mistake, it's obviously installed using a jig. Simply wiping the debris off it when the follower is locked down with clip removed has worked well for me.

4) 4 mag pack is a good call in my opinion, more reasonable price. 2 clips per mag.

[u/drank_myself_sober → u/therowdyirishman]

Thanks, appreciate the info.

Do not remove the spring, lmfao. I’ve never been in a scenario where removing any spring went well. Now, that being said, I’ll ping you back here after I don’t heed your advice and remove the spring.

This is the adult equivalent of “don’t touch that, it’s hot.”

[u/therowdyirishman → u/drank_myself_sober]

Happy to help! I'm curious to know how you've set up your 10/22?

My dude, I cannot stress enough that no good can come from removing that spring 😂 Reinstallation required 4 hands and a scary amount of tension on a piece of metal with enough stored energy to slice your finger open. No beuno, no need to do it too either as I've learned. Cleaning the front side of the spring is dead simple. To wipe the reverse just slip a patch between it and the mag body then shimmy it along. Very simple, minimal hassle.

[u/drank_myself_sober → u/therowdyirishman]

I’ve got a takedown, and honestly I’m pretty pleased with it. Upgraded all of the little things->buffer pads (meh), trigger (bx1-awesome), bolt release. I hated the stock and just got a new one from adaptive tactical that feels phenomenal (tk22), this took it from a gun that was too small for me to one that feels like a rifle. I put the stock on but I haven’t used it yet.

My intent for the gun was to learn to shoot, shoot cheaply (omg why did I get a type 81), and to have something I can hit varmint at 100y. I’m happy to hit the 5” gong because gophers aren’t little. 5000 rounds in or so and I’m just getting starting to shoot for accuracy, as much as I can with this thing. Messing around with all different types of ammo atm, trying to find a favourite.

I want to get these 25 mags because 10 rounds just isn’t enough for plinking, I’d prefer to carry 2 mags rather than 5 if I ever do go hunting, and I think the gov is going to make it super hard, somehow, to get these ordered in the near future.

[u/therowdyirishman → u/drank_myself_sober]

Good call man. 22LR is a great way to get training reps in cheaply. I've customized mine so much you can hardly tell what it is haha. I like researching and modding almost as much as shooting these days. Personally mine's been great reliability wise with CCI SV and Blazer. I just have an RDS on it and have been shooting drills inside 50yds so I can't speak to what ammo will group the best for you. Enjoy the rifle though man, can't go wrong with the 10/22 in my opinion, especially if you're going to do some mods to get it set up right for you.

[u/drank_myself_sober → u/therowdyirishman]

Shipped my rifle off to Dlask. They told me it would take a month due to backlog. They received it this morning, modded it this afternoon, and are shopping it back tomorrow.

No complaints there!

[u/therowdyirishman → u/drank_myself_sober]

Congrats man! That's awesome news, 1 month mid summer would be a bit rough aha. I'll post my rig for your viewing pleasure.