How to Remove a .22 Barrel

.22 caliber rifles are small caliber weapons used for target shooting or varmint and small game hunting. Gaining access to the barrel allows you to fully clean the weapon, a necessary process for using and maintaining the firearm. Field strip a .22 rifle to remove the barrel from the weapon. Most .22s can be field stripped without tools. Handle the firearm as if it were loaded, for safety's sake.

Things You'll Need

  • Small hammer
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Instructions

    • 1

      Take off the scope or sites. Pull out all ammo clips and empty the chamber. Equalize the safety. Push it in so it is half in and half out.

    • 2

      Turn the .22 upside down and hand loosen the retaining screw at the trigger guard. Loosen the barrel band. Most bands have a screw that hold them in place. Turn the screw the loosen the barrel band.

    • 3

      Pull the barrel band screw out. Lift up on the .22 stock and pull it off the barrel and trigger fixture. Tap out the retaining pins on the side of the trigger fixture. Some pins will come out on their own. Otherwise, gently tap them out with a small hammer.

    • 4

      Pull the trigger fixture off the barrel.