Browing SA-22 and Standard Velocity Ammo

[bergmen]

I became curious whether my SA-22 would cycle with standard velocity .22 ammo (I have 5,000 rounds of target ammo I bought from the CMP years ago). The manual says nothing, only that it is chambered for .22 Long Rifle ammo.

It worked perfectly, no issues at all. AND, extremely accurate, I could put a quarter over ten rounds at 10 yards.

I typically use CCI Mini-Mags since I always know these will cycle with no issues.

Just thought I would report...

Dan

[bergmen]

Works perfectly. Ive run 1000s of rounds through my sa-22 using CCI standard velocity ammo and I've never had a hiccup. Great choice of firearms, enjoy shooting it

I LOVE it!, light, handy, super accurate a real joy to shoot. Mine is of Miroku vintage and is a magnificent example of superb craftsmanship.

The only issue I have is the stock doesn't fit me well. I have to really crouch down to align the sights properly. Once I do that, no problems.

Dan

[bergmen]

It's been so long since I last shot mine that I didn't even remember I had one until I read your post

To be honest, mine has been in the back of the safe for quite a while as well. I am in the process of rotating through the safe and the SA-22 popped up and I decided to give it a work out. It won't go in the back of the safe now!

Dan

[jyo]

I have an old Belgium made SA-22 from the 60s I believe, I've shot various 22 ammo marked "Target" or "Standard Velocity" thru it with no issues, though I usually run CCI Mini Mags or CCI Blazer HV thru my 22s cause I have a large amount of this ammo...

[bergmen]

Found a picture of John Browning holding an SA-22 (with bad trigger control):



Dan

[golfish]

Found a picture of John Browning holding an SA-22 (with bad trigger control):



Dan

That is so cool, Dan. I really want one of these. Anything that I should look for when buying?

[bergmen]

That is so cool, Dan. I really want one of these. Anything that I should look for when buying?

These were copied by a few manufacturers (Remington being one of them). Also, Norinco (Chinesium) for a while. Never seen any of these but have heard the Norinco models are a bit rough.

I have heard good things about early models that were made in Belgium (FN I believe). Mine was made by Miroku about 10 years ago. Absolutely magnificent quality in every respect. Metal work is perfect as is the stock and wood to metal fit. I highly recommend these.

Dan

[jyo]

The China copies are often very rough---the gun store I was managing at the time stopped selling them because QC was very poor... The Browning SA22 is considered a premium firearm---both the Belgium and Japan made are super nice!
Girls beware: bottom ejecting 22s will sometimes send a hot fired casing straight down into your clothing (!)---wear a close-fitting jacket when shooting an SA22 or risk a HOT surprise!

[Killer Bee]

F china!

three Belgians on LSB right now, not known for bargains but may be local for some of you..

in person inspection and no shipping may be worth the premium..

FN Browning Model SA22 SA-22 .22 Short 22" Semi-Automatic Rifle, 1958 C&R

FN Browning Model SA22 SA-22 .22 LR Takedown Semi-Automatic Rifle, 1966 C&R

Fabrique Notionale FN SA22 SA-22 .22 LR 19.25" Takedown Semi-Auto Rifle C&R

several other listings as well Browning SA 22

[golfish]

These were copied by a few manufacturers (Remington being one of them). Also, Norinco (Chinesium) for a while. Never seen any of these but have heard the Norinco models are a bit rough.

I have heard good things about early models that were made in Belgium (FN I believe). Mine was made by Miroku about 10 years ago. Absolutely magnificent quality in every respect. Metal work is perfect as is the stock and wood to metal fit. I highly recommend these.

Dan

Thanks Dan, I've got my eye on one right now...

[bergmen]

Thanks Dan, I've got my eye on one right now...

Next step - getting your hands on one. Also, pictures mandatory (but you knew that).

These rifles are very easy to disassemble and clean/lubricate. Be sure and get an owners manual from Browning if it doesn't come with one, very good instructions for take-down, cleaning, adjustment of barrel section fit, etc.

Dan

[golfish]

Thanks Dan..
I'm going to try and buy new..I had no idea that these guns have been made this long. It's such a sleek, cool looking design, way ahead of it's time.

[JagerDog]

Whatever you do, don't gain leverage via the stock to break it down. It'll cost you $200 (a few years ago) to replace the stock.

I have a 70's (?) Miroku.

[bergmen]

Whatever you do, don't gain leverage via the stock to break it down. It'll cost you $200 (a few years ago) to replace the stock.

I have a 70's (?) Miroku.

Yep, manual is very clear on this. I keep an old sock in my gun case just for this so I don't get sweaty fingerprints all over the receiver.

I just ordered a gold plated trigger for mine through Numrich. Wasn't cheap ($108) but I couldn't resist.

Dan

[tnlrat37]