Thread: Ruger 10/22 - Tricks, tips and modifications

Originally Posted by gadgetman

Ummmm. No it is not ironic. I think you have completely missed the point. Other than putting a lighter trigger return spring in, or maybe an after market spring kit for about $50 then you don't need to. The Marlin does what it should straight from the factory. It doesn't have a massive array of after market parts available because it doesn't need them to do what it should. Unlike the 10/22, unless you send it to a craftsman like @gundoc.

Errr...I think you missed my point . What you wrote is exactly my point. Factory Marlins are better than factory Rugers, hence the need for Ruger owners to do mids and upgrades. My post was directed at timattalon's post about Ruger's appeal being "(it is) an outstandingly practical design. Simple, effective and relatively easy to manufacture". I was saying Marlins are just as good in these aspects plus being cheaper and more accurate - hence my comment about "the irony".