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10/22A(R) Extended Magazine Release
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SKU: 137000022
Overview
Designed for Ruger 10/22 owners who want faster magazine handling, this extended release provides a larger contact surface for easier actuation than the factory part. It is intended to simplify magazine changes by helping the magazine drop free once the latch is pressed forward. The polymer construction keeps the design straightforward and lightweight in use, and the install is described as easy. This is a practical upgrade for shooters who value quicker reloads without changing the rifle’s core setup.
Why Hunters Choose the Bell & Carlson
Easy Install
On Ruger 10/22 rifles
Extended Latch
More surface for positive actuation
Supports Quicker
Magazine changes during use
Magazine Is
Designed to drop free when
Polymer Construction
Durable, long-term use
Key Features
- Extended magazine release for Ruger 10/22 rifles
- Easy to install for straightforward setup
- Extended latch provides plenty of material to actuate
- Designed for quicker magazine changes
- Allows the magazine to drop free when the latch is pressed forward
- Polymer construction
Best Used For
- Ruger 10/22 owners wanting quicker magazine changes at the range or in the field
- Shooters replacing a factory release with a larger, easier-to-actuate magazine latch
- Users who prefer a simple, easy-to-install polymer accessory for their 10/22
- Hunters and plinkers who want less fumbling during repeated magazine swaps
Specifications
| Drop Free Function | Magazine will easily drop free once latch is pressed forward |
|---|---|
| Extended Latch | Yes |
| Fits | Ruger 10/22 |
| Installation | Easy to install |
| Magazine Change Feature | Quick magazine changes |
| Material | Polymer |
Pros
- Easy to install on Ruger 10/22 rifles.
- Extended latch provides more surface for positive actuation.
- Supports quicker magazine changes during use.
- Magazine is designed to drop free when the latch is pressed.
- Polymer construction offers durable, long-term use.
Considerations & Trade-offs
- Fits Ruger 10/22 only, so it is not a universal magazine release solution.
- Polymer construction keeps it lightweight and simple, but it may not have the same feel as metal hardware.
- The extended latch is designed for easier actuation, which can be a benefit in the field but may also be more exposed than a factory-style release.
- Installation is described as easy, but any aftermarket part still requires confirming proper fit and function on your specific rifle.
Suggested Comparisons
- Ruger 10/22 accessories
- Rifle magazine controls
- Aftermarket firearm upgrade parts
- Small-game rifle accessories
Suggested Accessories
- Rifle magazine pouch
- Spare magazines
- Gun cleaning kit
- Rifle case
Frequently Asked Questions
What rifle does this magazine release fit?
It is specified to fit the Ruger 10/22.
Is this an extended magazine release?
Yes. The product is described as an extended magazine release with an extended latch for easier actuation.
What material is it made from?
The listed material is polymer.
Is installation described as difficult?
No. The description says it is easy to install.
What does the extended latch change during magazine changes?
The description says it provides plenty of material to actuate, helping avoid fumbling with the factory release and allowing the magazine to drop free once the latch is pressed forward.