Davidson’s—one of the largest firearms wholesale companies in the nation—has announced a brand new, exclusive-to-its-dealers “NRA Special Edition” takedown model of the famous Ruger 10/22 semi-automatic rifle.
According to Davidson’s, with the sale of each rifle, they and Ruger contribute $10 to the National Rifle Association’s Institute for Legislative Action.
Each rifle comes with a brown Cordura case that can be carried in the hand or on the back like a backpack. The case is clearly marked “NRA Special Edition” with the association’s official seal logo. The rifle is fitted with High-Viz fiber optic sights and the receiver is drilled and tapped for a scope base, which comes with the rifle. This model has a natural gear camo finish on the stock and a ten-round rotary magazine.
The Ruger 10/22 is known throughout the firearms community as a reliable, accurate semi-auto. It has spawned a cottage industry of accessory makers who produce replacement stocks and barrels, and large-capacity magazines. Ruger even produces a 25-rounder of its own. As a small game and varmint rifle, the 10/22 has a proven track record. It has also been used for recreational shooting, pest control and even competition. The takedown model, weighing just over 4½ pounds, is also popular with backpackers.
Davidson’s Kevin Wilson confirmed to TGM that this special edition rifle will be available through stocking dealers across the country. Shooters can visit the company’s “Gallery of Guns” website, locate a nearby Davidson’s stocking dealer and order a rifle.
Ruger recently made headlines when CEO Michael O. Fifer stepped up to the plate by submitting a declaration to the federal court in California, in support of a lawsuit being pursued there by the Second Amendment Foundation, against that state’s microstamping law. Likewise, Smith & Wesson President and CEO James Debney also submitted a statement to the court, and earlier, attorneys for Glock, Inc. submitted an amicus brief supporting the lawsuit.
