Any rimfire fans?

[Snaveba]

Just added a Savage Model 1903. I think it is maybe from 1908. 24” octagonal barrel. All matching numbers. 

 

[ken_mays]

I have a Browning A-bolt .22 that I swapped an Argentine FM High Power for.   That's about the best trade I've ever made, the A-bolt is extremely well made and lacks no fit and finish just because it's a .22.

On the other end of the scale I have a Romanian 1959 trainer that's as rough as a cob.   Aside from weak ejection, it shoots pretty well.

[spdfrk70]

On 1/30/2024 at 10:47 AM, juliangunney said:

I have a CZ457 in 22lr, another 22WMR and a 17 Hmr. I really like them. I have a Savage in 17HMR which is a good shooter too. The Ruger mk4 and Taurus TX22 are fun too!!  

Rimfire ammo is less expensive than centerfire so I get to shoot a lot more. I have a 200 yard range at home so it's great for rimfire but a little short for centerfire, so I generally have to pack everything up to shoot centerfires. Another thing is that rimfire suppressors are a lot cheaper too. Generally great shooting firearms that can be a lot of fun for not too much ca$$$$h. Even match quality ammo is cheaper than centerfire, including reloading.  

Absolutely that is the main reason I have stuck with 22 long rifle firearms

Between 5 and 15 cents a round definitely beats $1 a round and up give or take

Lack of recoil is also kind of nice considering I do this mainly with my 10 year old 

Edited February 2 by spdfrk70

[DWARREN123]

I have a few, rifle/pistol and enjoy them greatly.

[LangdoniousRex]

I've got a Volquartsen Summit, Taurus TX22 Competition, and a Sig P322 with a Sparrow 22 to swap around. Subsonic 22LR is a hoot to shoot. Subsonic ammo is 8cpr delivered all day long and popping off rounds without earpro is priceless.

[Snaveba]

Do you have any issues with the sub rounds cycling the P322?  I have a SR22 that needs a threaded barrel for my Hydra AL (when it gets out of jail)

[LangdoniousRex]

2 hours ago, Snaveba said:

Do you have any issues with the sub rounds cycling the P322?  I have a SR22 that needs a threaded barrel for my Hydra AL (when it gets out of jail)

Yeah I put 2 mags through it and had nothing but issues. Instead of figuring out the root cause, I bought the TX22 Comp and have had zero issues with it so the P322 just sits in storage.

[tercel89]

I'm always looking for a Marlin 981T in .22LR . I had one and sure miss it. It was a very inexpensive Marlin bolt gun but it fit me well. 

[DRat-TN]

My Savage Mark II FV-SR is a very accurate bolt gun that's also a great value.

[eRay]

On 1/30/2024 at 11:47 AM, juliangunney said:

I have a CZ457 in 22lr, another 22WMR and a 17 Hmr. I really like them. I have a Savage in 17HMR which is a good shooter too. The Ruger mk4 and Taurus TX22 are fun too!!  

Rimfire ammo is less expensive than centerfire so I get to shoot a lot more. I have a 200 yard range at home so it's great for rimfire but a little short for centerfire, so I generally have to pack everything up to shoot centerfires. Another thing is that rimfire suppressors are a lot cheaper too. Generally great shooting firearms that can be a lot of fun for not too much ca$$$$h. Even match quality ammo is cheaper than centerfire, including reloading.  

I haven't had a chance to shoot them yet, but I just bought a pair of CZ457 Varmint rifles. One in .22LR and one in .22 Magnum. I put Leupold compact 2 x 7 x 33 scopes on them and can't wait to see how they shoot.

[pop pop]

The 22WMR will surprise you because of the added power. Long story short, I stoved-piped a 90 pound Red Bone Hound, a few years back, that was killing baby calves on a rented farm near town. Hit him right under his head, in the chest, as he was charging at me. Shot him with a 22 mag and it cleaned him out. Surprise, Surprise

[LangdoniousRex]

Just picked up these two semi-autos in 22 WMR. The S&W runs well with particular ammo, I imagine the Magnum Research will be similar in its pickyness.

[hipower]

10 hours ago, LangdoniousRex said:

Just picked up these two semi-autos in 22 WMR. The S&W runs well with particular ammo, I imagine the Magnum Research will be similar in its pickyness.

Can't speak to the Magnum Research product, but having had the Smith 22WMR since it's release, I feel confident in my comments on it.

Initially, I couldn't get 3 rounds in a row out of it without a misfeed, a stovepipe, or a failure to go into battery. I followed their recommendation and used only 30/50 grain CCI, Fiocchi, Hornady, and Speer ammo. It made no difference whether mixed in the mag or all one brand.

I didn't load 30. Always stopped at 25 rounds. I almost wanted to trash the pistol! Even contacted S&W Service about a return or replacement. All the glowing reports from reviewers had me very perplexed. Was this a fluke or a normal occurrance?

I guess I got an honest tech when I called. After a long conversation, I was told to send it back if I wanted. I was not the first to complain on it. However he did suggest that if I like the idea of the pistol...invest a bit more time and a lot more money in ammo for it. Also start at 15 rounds and slowly work up on the number of rounds in the mags. 

I did that. Second 300 rounds saw a bit of a change in feeding from the mag. Didn't get above 20 loaded until I finished those. I have between 700-800 rounds thru mine now and it has gotten more reliable. Still don't load more than 25 in the mags. I'm using ONLY 40 grain jacketed ammo, and pretty much Fiocchi and Hornady. Feeding is better. Still the occassional stovepipe, and still usually at least once a mag the slide will be slightly out of battery. A light tap normally cures it.

I do feel better about it now. Enough so that I'm keeping it and plan on a little time with some flitz cloth on suspect surfaces. It is fun to shoot, and it is better than the Keltec 22 WMR. LOL!

But...if you want a dependable, fun to shoot, and a good trigger...buy a Walther! Yes, I really think it's a much better pistol than the Smith if you want a 22 Magnum shooter. Walther recommends 30 grain and above, no polymer tip bullets, and absolutely no Agulia.

My personal preference just for fun shooting is Fiocchi 40 grain. If for serious work, Speer Gold Dot 40 or CCI Maxi 45 grain segemented rounds.

I may yet decide to let go of the Smith. I'm that pleased with the Walther. Good luck with yours.

 

Edited July 31 by hipower

[DWARREN123]

My S&W 22mag worked great from the get-go.

Stay away from Armscor 22mag ammo because it shoots burning powder on my arms, no other ammo does this.

[i1afli]

On 2/3/2024 at 9:51 AM, Snaveba said:

Do you have any issues with the sub rounds cycling the P322?  I have a SR22 that needs a threaded barrel for my Hydra AL (when it gets out of jail)

 

On 2/3/2024 at 12:50 PM, LangdoniousRex said:

Yeah I put 2 mags through it and had nothing but issues. Instead of figuring out the root cause, I bought the TX22 Comp and have had zero issues with it so the P322 just sits in storage.

My P322 has no problem cycling CCI 40gr subsonic (1050 fps).

Update:  Also cycled well with CCI 45gr subsonic (970 fps), but would not cycle with CCI 40gr 710 fps. My friend’s Colt AR .22 had the same results. They were both suppressed and very quite with these subsonics. 

Edited August 4 by i1afli