Retay Asend .22 LR 20″ 10+1 Bolt Action Rifle – Black

About this product

The Retay Asend .22 LR 20” Bolt Action Rifle is a purpose-built sporter design combining a heavy-contour barrel with a corrosion-resistant black chrome finish and synthetic stock for a durable, low-maintenance training and small-game platform.

As a platform developed by a major Turkish firearms manufacturer, it prioritizes mechanical reliability and cost-conscious construction. It utilizes a standard, non-adjustable synthetic stock and a proprietary magazine design compatible only with Retay-produced units.

What is the Retay Asend .22 LR Rifle used for?

This rifle is designed for extended-range sessions, introductory marksmanship training, and dedicated small-game hunting where shot volume and low operating cost are priorities. The 1:16 twist rate and 20-inch barrel length are optimized for standard-velocity .22 LR ammunition, stabilizing 40-grain projectiles effectively out to 100 yards. Its 10+1 capacity and simple 3-stage trigger make it ideal for teaching fundamentals like trigger control and follow-through without the distraction of recoil management.

How does the Retay Asend compare to the Stevens 334?

The Retay Asend offers better corrosion resistance with its black chrome barrel, but the Stevens 334 .308 Win provides significantly more power for larger game at a similar platform weight.

For rimfire-specific tasks, the Asend's 20-inch, heavy-taper barrel is superior for heat dissipation during high-volume drills, whereas the 20-inch barrel on the the Stevens 334 Rifle is a lighter-profile contour meant for reducing carry weight in a centerfire cartridge. The Stevens action is also designed for a wider range of aftermarket stock options, while the Asend's stock is fixed.

What does it weigh and what are the dimensions?

The rifle weighs 5.8 pounds unloaded, with an overall length of 40.5 inches from buttpad to muzzle crown. The barrel itself accounts for 20 inches of that length, with a profile measuring 0.75 inches in diameter at the muzzle, tapering to 1.1 inches at the receiver junction. This specific heavy-taper geometry is designed to dampen harmonic vibration and prevent point-of-impact shift as the barrel heats over a 200-round training session.

Who is this NOT for?

This rifle is not for shooters seeking a lightweight 'walking' varminter or a highly customizable chassis system.

At 5.8 pounds, it's over a pound heavier than many traditional sporter-weight .22LR rifles intended for all-day carry. The fixed synthetic stock lacks adjustable comb height or length-of-pull spacers, making it a poor fit for shooters requiring precise ergonomic tailoring outside of an average adult male frame.

What's in the box?

You receive the complete rifle, one proprietary 10-round polymer magazine, and the necessary owner's manual and compliance paperwork.

The Picatinny rail is pre-installed on the receiver, ready for your chosen optic. No thread protector or muzzle device is included, as the barrel is crowned but not threaded—a notable omission if you plan to use a suppressor, requiring a separate gunsmithing operation costing approximately $125-200.

Is the Retay Asend .22 LR worth it at $369.00?

At $369, it represents a solid value for a dedicated, durable training rifle with above-average corrosion protection, but not the lowest entry price in the category.

You are paying for the chrome-lined barrel durability and the simplicity of a no-frills, high-round-count tool. If your primary need is a basic plinker, a more economical option exists. However, if your protocol involves repetitive drills, frequent cleaning with aggressive solvents, or storage in humid conditions, the Asend's finish and heavy barrel justify the price differential over a standard blued model.