Nice Cheap Mods, I like them that way too.

When I first read this post I didn't know much about the 10/22 other than shooting them a few times. I am now in 10/22 acquisition mode and am curious about the model and vintage of your 10/22? Is it a basic carbine? Is it the old metal trigger group or newer plastic trigger group? If it is metal will you mag release mod work on a plastic model? I didn't realize there is so much to know about 10/22's and possible modifications and upgrades.

Can you post a picture of your entire rifle?

Any advice to someone trying to purchase a 10/22? I've read a bunch on CG and RFC but there is so much there and it's hard to know who's opinion holds water? Some people say buy only the older models, some say it doesn't matter, others make your own without any Ruger parts. Looked at a carbine and a sporter today, the sporter being $60 more but having a nicer stock and sling loops installed. Trying to get this for an upcoming shooting trip with the kids, any advice is appreciated. Apologies for the partial hijack.