start with the cheapest one you can get..you'll be replacing everything anyways if you want a reliable shooter.I think all stock rugers are pretty much crap,its all the aftermarket that makes them goodtarget said:Thanks for the info. Now my next question is which 10/22? I am considering the 10/22DSP. I like the stock and don't really need a bull barrel. Too bad it doesn't come in camo!