just got a 10/22, what next?

[Alan]

just picked up my first 10/22, and I already get why people love these things. shoots great right out of the box, but what really sold me is how customizable it is.

I'm trying not to go overboard right away, but I'd like to slowly make it my own. curious what upgrades or small mods you've done that made the biggest difference — or just made it more fun to shoot.

what's worth doing first?

 

[Kp321]

Congrats on picking a great rifle. It is a starting point for unlimited modifications and improvements.
I have four that I have modified for specific purposes. The common items on them are: Improved trigger, either improvement kit or replacement such as the Ruger BX or a Kidd. Extended magazine release and bolt release.

 

[LDB]

Some consider this a good addition. https://tandemkross.com/shock-block-bolt-buffer-for-ruger-10-22/
And some like adding this. https://tandemkross.com/gun-guide-ruger-10-22/
And you want to spend time here. https://www.rimfirecentral.com/forums/anything-10-22.145/

 

[Grayling813]

The two posts above are right on. Exactly the upgrades I did to my 10/22. If you have to choose one to start, go with the trigger kit replacement. Plenty of videos to show you how easy it is to replace.