I overcame my reluctance to shoot these guns in 2012 when Ruger launched the Mark III 22/45 Lite. This model employs an aluminum receiver that shaves 10 ozs. off of the pistol's already reduced ...

Each year, Ruger introduces a new configuration of 22/45 pistol. For 2016 it’s an OD Green model with a ventilated barrel shroud—an attractive and lightweight addition to the 22/45 line.

Taking a page from the Ruger 22/45 Lite, the 10/22 Takedown Lite ... be removed to allow for the use of muzzle accessories. The 10/22 Takedown Lite also incorporates the Ruger Modular Stock ...

The muzzle isn’t threaded on this model, but others like the 22/45 Lite and 22/45 Tactical ... out the back of the receiver, and all parts can be easily cleaned—something that’s critical for .22 ...