I've already run into one stumbling block. I would like to be able to use a steel receiver that is not made of stainless steal.

Is there a readily available source?

 

I've already run into one stumbling block. I would like to be able to use a steel receiver that is not made of stainless steal.
Is there a readily available source?

Not that I am aware of. Kingston Armory used to make non stainless steel receivers. But they are gone.
Imho the steel receiver would be a bit heavy for a small game gun. But to each his own.

Here is my French Walnut, with a Green Mountain Running Boar Barrel, and some other goodies Monsieur Depardieu.

 

Toomany22s,

Very nice! It appears that you've added a supressor? If so, whose? And, what's the length of your Green Mtn. barrel?

Since deciding to go the 10/22 route I have been searching throughout RFC extensive posts. I did hit on Kingston posts, seeing that they went out of business awhile ago, 2018ish? To eventually achieve the cosmetic effect I'm ultimately going for may require a special order. If I can't find a non-stainless-steel steel receiver, so be it. I suspect the receiver may be the final component.

I'm unconcerned about the minimal additional weight a steel receiver would add. This additional weight is easily offset by my preference of using a small single power 4X scope. Plus, I'm still a reasonably fit big guy - 6'2" 190. I should be more fit. I easily should drop the weight of two or 3 rifles from my chassis. Huh, I wonder how many steel receivers dropping 10lbs to 15lbs from my midrif is equivalent to? 😉 This is good inspiration to start now getting in shape again for this Fall. So, carrying old school wood & steel that's a few pounds heavier than "tacti-light" has never been my concern. My first hunting preference is upland. I regularly cover 5+ miles in hilly PA toting an unslung 20g, my Single Six, binos, water for me & the hound, first aid kit, and 16 shot shells. Hunting squirrels in the woods is by far a much less physically demanding excursion, often involving a nap. 🙂

 

Very nice! It appears that you've added a supressor? If so, whose?…

No, a running bore barrel is weighted at the muzzle to smooth out tracking the moving target. That is usually accomplished by leaving a thick barrel diameter at the muzzle.

https://www.rimfirecentral.com/threads/anschutz-running-boar-running-target-rifle.1205303/

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Re: Steel Receiver.I didn’t mean too heavy to carry, I am concerned about balance, and as you can see I like a muzzle heavy rifle. The GM RB is 24 inches long , a std taper barrel with the last 6 inches being a bull barrel.
For my shooting skills, front end inertia is a big friend . Be that , as it may, imho there is no reason that a 1022 needs a steel receiver other than aesthetics. I am quite certain that aluminum receivers are as functionally accurate as steel, and that the oem receiver is as functionally accurate as aftermarket receivers. That being said, yes I too would like a high polish blued all steel 1022 , but alas I don’t know anyone who makes them.

 

Re: Steel Receiver.I didn’t mean too heavy to carry, I am concerned about balance, and as you can see I like a muzzle heavy rifle. The GM RB is 24 inches long , a std taper barrel with the last 6 inches being a bull barrel.
For my shooting skills, front end inertia is a big friend . Be that , as it may, imho there is no reason that a 1022 needs a steel receiver other than aesthetics. I am quite certain that aluminum receivers are as functionally accurate as steel, and that the oem receiver is as functionally accurate as aftermarket receivers. That being said, yes I too would like a high polish blued all steel 1022 , but alas I don’t know anyone who makes them.

You nailed the reason. It is purely for an aesthetic goal. To do what I want to do to meet my aesthetic objective will require a receiver made of steel. For my build I believe the balance will be just fine, if not improved a bit, with a heavier steel receiver. Certainly steel is not required for excellent performance. That has been well established with 10/22s since 1964.

I like the look of this full size stock with a longer barrel than the 18.5" stock barrel. I'd love to see a picture of your rifle in better light, focus and with a less cluttered background. There appears to be a lot of detail with your Green Mtn. barrel that is difficult to see from those photo's.

 

Well If I can, I will try and take some better photos, but Im no Ansel Adams.
Another alternative to aluminum, or ss is the bronze receiver from Federson. https://www.rimfirecentral.com/thre...reads/f-j-feddersen-nickel-bronze-receiver-finish-review-and-polishing.1282571/
It would complement the rich tones of the French Walnut.
And then a Stainless barrel ?

 

Wow! That nickle brass receiver is really neat. And, with what I have in mind for the barrel that actually could be really cool. Thanks for sharing!

I had seen this 100% bronze build https://www.rimfirecentral.com/thre...making-a-brass-10-22-receiver-from-scratch.483339/?post_id=4369721#post-4369721 but didn't know that something similar was obtainable commercially from Federson.

 

A stainless receiver could be sent out and nitrided. Just a thought.

 

Thank you. But, nitriding wouldn't fit esthetically with what I have in mind for the barrel.

 

I pick up a couple of Kingston steel receivers from 2II Armament in Phonix Az. the first of the year. You might check with them to see if they still have some left.

 

Thank you. I just sent them an email and will double check with them this coming Tuesday.

 

Nice thing about the 10/22 is that you can do your build, get it up and running, all the while keeping yer nose in the wind for that steel receiver.

 

Exactly. I will be hunting with this rifle come this fall finished or not!

 

My phone just rang from my local gun shop informing that "my rifle is in." That was faster than expected. The order went out on Monday this week. Fingers crossed that I hit the wood lottery. I know it will be pretty, but will it be really pretty?

 

Imho the Kingston nitrited receivers are industria/ tactical looking . Heres one I used for a hm2 build.

 

They are that. And I like that Kingston did not machine in a picatinny rail as part of the receiver. It makes for more versatile receiver where "iron" sights can be employed if desired.

 

Here's the way it came. It has a nice straight grain which is typical of French Walnut. It appears that this was stocked with a Model 21196 stock rather than a model 31157 stock based on the coloring in the images on Ruger's web site: Ruger® 10/22® Sporter Autoloading Rifle Models I was expecting a darker tone to the finish. Is it me or does this stock look like it was intended to be joined with a silver receiver and stainless steel barrel?

 

Well, it is the 'wood lottery'.....
I like it

 

I think it is very nice looking.👍On this stock I do think a blue/ black action/ barrel loos better than SS. Take it out and shoot it before you start spending money. Then a Kidd Trigger group might be all you need .

 

Heck, if it were about what I "need" I would just keep using my Mossberg 640K to hunt squirrels. The 22WSM can make a big mess of 'em though. No, this one is all about how I can be modified and customized. I decided on the 10/22 action just for a reliable semi-auto. I'm already eye balling this stocks (laser?) cross hatched diamond checkering. The pattern is fine but not all the diamonds are "diamonds." I like the boarder line around the checking but I would like it a touch deeper and I'd prefer the checkering not to be painted or stained black but treated the same as the rest of the stock. These modifications I will wait a season or two on.

For now here's my plan:

• Acquire rifle ✔
• Order Kingston receiver ✔
• Find smith to color case harden receiver, rings, possible other bits ✔
• Acquire Gloss Black M8 4X Leupold Scope ✔
• Order McGowen Barrel ✔
  Polished & blued, 21", Threaded w/cap, 11 degree crown, near Factory tapper, 8 straight flutes
• Acquire M77 Grip Cap ✔
• Decide on a trigger group supplier - Leaning towards Volquartsen TG2000 - MULLING

 

I have made good progress towards ordering, gathering parts desired and making some decisions for this reassembly "build." I'm still waffling back and forth on some decisions. I have found a gunsmith, Taylor Gun Works, that does case coloring at lower temperatures more suited for modern 4140 steel. I just haven't decided yet whether to color case the receiver or to go with a polished blue. I think a color case hardened receiver, scope rings, and butt plate would look really good. But, since none of the parts on the bottom of the rifle, the trigger guard/group, plates, or magazines are available with steel bits that would be suitable for color case hardening I think bluing may tie everything together better in the end. People's thoughts would be appreciated.

Here's what I have on order now:

• 21" McGowen Barrel with a 1:16 Twist, Factory Taper, 8 Straight Flutes, 11 Degree Crown, Threaded & Capped
• Kingston Armory Steel Receiver

Still to be sourced:

• Trigger Group. Now considering a black Timney drop in. MULLING

Now Complete:

• Remove Cheek Swell and slightly soften shape of edges just aft of grip
• Remove European for-end, replace with American style for-end
• Refinish stock with RED OAK Stain

Still considering:

• Add adjustable comb hardware
• Add adjustable length of pull hardware

 

I have made good progress towards ordering, gathering parts desired and making some decisions for this reassembly "build." I'm still waffling back and forth on some decisions. I have found a gunsmith, Taylor Gun Works, that does case coloring at lower temperatures more suited for modern 4140 steel. I just haven't decided yet whether to color case the receiver or to go with a polished blue. I think a color case hardened receiver, scope rings, and butt plate would look really good. But, since none of the parts on the bottom of the rifle, the trigger guard/group, plates, or magazines are available with steel bits that would be suitable for color case hardening I think bluing may tie everything together better in the end. People's thoughts would be appreciated.

Here's what I have on order now:

• 21" McGowen Barrel with a 1:19 Twist, Factory Taper, 8 Straight Flutes, 11 Degree Crown, Threaded & Capped
• Remington Steel Checkered Butt Plate with Screws (TLC needed to fit and finish)
• Ruger 10/22 Magazines X 3

Still to be sourced:

• Kingston Armory Steel Receiver
• Leupold M8 Single 4X Power Scope
• Trigger Group. Now considering a black Timney drop in.

Seriously Considering Stock modifications:

• Remove Cheek Swell and slightly soften shape of edges just aft of grip
• Remove European for-end, replace with American style for-end in Ebony, 11 degree forward cut.
• Refinish stock with American Black Walnut Stain or other with more red hints (use cut-off for-end tip for color testing) & Truoil
• Add adjustable comb hardware

The barrel twist rate seems off.

 

So you basically bought a complete rifle just for the stock?

 

So you basically bought a complayint rifle just for the stock?

Yes!

And, it came with extra bits that I will turn into a steel challenge rig.

I've gone all these years without any 10/22s and very soon I will have two. Win, win!

 

I have made good progress towards ordering, gathering parts desired and making some decisions for this reassembly "build." I'm still waffling back and forth on some decisions. I have found a gunsmith, Taylor Gun Works, that does case coloring at lower temperatures more suited for modern 4140 steel. I just haven't decided yet whether to color case the receiver or to go with a polished blue. I think a color case hardened receiver, scope rings, and butt plate would look really good. But, since none of the parts on the bottom of the rifle, the trigger guard/group, plates, or magazines are available with steel bits that would be suitable for color case hardening I think bluing may tie everything together better in the end. People's thoughts would be appreciated.

Here's what I have on order now:

• 21" McGowen Barrel with a 1:16 Twist, Factory Taper, 8 Straight Flutes, 11 Degree Crown, Threaded & Capped
• Remington Steel Checkered Butt Plate with Screws (TLC needed to fit and finish)
• Ruger 10/22 Magazines X 3

Still to be sourced:

• Kingston Armory Steel Receiver
• Leupold M8 Single 4X Power Scope
• Trigger Group. Now considering a black Timney drop in.

Seriously Considering Stock modifications:

• Remove Cheek Swell and slightly soften shape of edges just aft of grip
• Remove European for-end, replace with American style for-end in Ebony, 11 degree forward cut.
• Refinish stock with American Black Walnut Stain or other with more red hints (use cut-off for-end tip for color testing) & Truoil
• Add adjustable comb hardware

Sir, please keep us posted with progress & pics especially if you modify that stock. I have one of those with very nice figure & grain and built a nice riflle on it. But, I'm a stock nut and am very interested in your modification ideas and your results. I love to see other peoples ideas come to fruition & get inspired to do something out of the ordinary. CHASE THE DREAM & VISION!

I have made good progress towards ordering, gathering parts desired and making some decisions for this reassembly "build." I'm still waffling back and forth on some decisions. I have found a gunsmith, Taylor Gun Works, that does case coloring at lower temperatures more suited for modern 4140 steel. I just haven't decided yet whether to color case the receiver or to go with a polished blue. I think a color case hardened receiver, scope rings, and butt plate would look really good. But, since none of the parts on the bottom of the rifle, the trigger guard/group, plates, or magazines are available with steel bits that would be suitable for color case hardening I think bluing may tie everything together better in the end. People's thoughts would be appreciated.

Here's what I have on order now:

• 21" McGowen Barrel with a 1:16 Twist, Factory Taper, 8 Straight Flutes, 11 Degree Crown, Threaded & Capped
• Remington Steel Checkered Butt Plate with Screws (TLC needed to fit and finish)
• Ruger 10/22 Magazines X 3

Still to be sourced:

• Kingston Armory Steel Receiver
• Leupold M8 Single 4X Power Scope
• Trigger Group. Now considering a black Timney drop in.

Seriously Considering Stock modifications:

• Remove Cheek Swell and slightly soften shape of edges just aft of grip
• Remove European for-end, replace with American style for-end in Ebony, 11 degree forward cut.
• Refinish stock with American Black Walnut Stain or other with more red hints (use cut-off for-end tip for color testing) & Truoil
• Add adjustable comb hardware

 

Will do.

 

Brand new stock is ready to have its finish stripped off.

Interestingly the wood does not appear to be stained. This is the woods color.

Citristrip on. I'll check tomorrow AM.

 

This morning pulling the Sox off revealed about 40% removal success. I believe the Sox method inhibited the CitriStrip by absorbing the chemicals. The directions recommend wrapping with plastic. So for today that's what's happening.

Interestingly, where the finish was removed the wood had more color showing through. This was good to see.

 

Now that the finish is off the reshaping is nearly done. I decided against a Ebony Tip. The Ebony is very expensive and sourcing a small piece has proven too frustrating. So just taking off the European style front and the cheek swell.

 

The fore end profile is now complete. The shadow line confirms that the European bulge is completely gone.

 

I personally much prefer it with that distinctive chin

 

Nice choice! That walnut-stock 10/22 will be a great upgrade from your old 552. For a hunting build, keep it simple - a lightweight threaded barrel (like TacSol) and a crisp trigger (Volquartsen or KIDD drop-in) will make it perfect for squirrels. Enjoy the project!

 

This is easily the most difficult part for any amateur to not muck up horribly. Much grinding, sanding, re-cutting fitting, and recutting of checking again and repeat to get this M77 Grip Cap to fit. A bit more to go to get the cap to fit snuggly and for the grip and cap profiles to match. The base of the end cap was rounded. Sanded flat and true by hand. Whew!

Still waiting on the steel receiver and new barrel before working on inlet or adding a pillar(s) and bedding.

 

Great work so far can't wait to see it finished

 

Cheek swell gone.

 

That thing would look super sexy with an adjustable comb, I can already visualize it 👍