17hmr semiautomatics?

[ThomasMagnum]

Yes, there are conversions available. I believe you need a new/heavier bolt and then just a barrel.

They actually don't need a heavier bolt because the bolts were designed specifically for the 22WMR cartridge. It's probably twice the weight of the standard 10/22. Given the new warnings with 17HMR I wouldn't recommend any conversions but if you are going to do one, the 10/22M is probably the best semi out there to do it with. If you can find a 10/22M for a reasonable price (sub $1000) get it. I had been looking for years and a fellow calgunner sold me his. It was the best purchase I have ever made!

[berg]

Actually, you should stop shooting .17HMR in ALL semi-autos immediately

http://www.calguns.net/calgunforum/showthread.php?t=214919

[fw10ring]

Actually, you should stop shooting .17HMR in ALL semi-autos immediately
http://www.calguns.net/calgunforum/s...d.php?t=214919

If you read it again I believe it actually says to not use Remington 17HMR ammo in a semi-automatic 17HMR. It is also a recall on the 597 in 17HMR. Other ammo should be fine in other semi-automatic 17HMRs like the Volquartsen.

[berg]

If you read it again I believe it actually says to not use Remington 17HMR ammo in a semi-automatic 17HMR. It is also a recall on the 597 in 17HMR. Other ammo should be fine in other semi-automatic 17HMRs like the Volquartsen.

In that thread there is another link that further explains that all .17HMR ammo is not suitable for semis:

http://www.cci-ammunition.com/safety/safety_notice.aspx

17 HMR AMMUNITION PRODUCT SAFETY NOTICE AND WARNING

August 20, 2009

Dear Customer:

Do not use 17 HMR ammunition in semi-automatic firearms.17 HMR ammunition is suitable for use in quality firearms in good condition that are not semi-automatic.

Accordingly, do not use 17 HMR ammunition in semi-automatic firearms. Only use 17 HMR in modern firearms in good condition marked for 17 HMR cartridges. Always use eye and ear protection. Always read all product labeling carefully for instructions on safe use.

Please contact your gun manufacturer or CCI Technical Service at 1-866-286-7436 with questions.

[5150Marcelo]

i wonder if you can convert a 10/22 magnum to shoot 17 hmr. either way, 10/22 magnums are no longer in production so its a moot point.

Yes you can. They have conversion kits for the 10/22 mag.

[slik556]

ASKED & ANSWERD!!

Yes you can. They have conversion kits for the 10/22 mag.

Not to cause a problem or be unkind as it looks like you do a lot of posting but do us and yourself a favor, if your gonna answer an old post read all the others under that one, This was answered at least 3 times already after is was asked

Don't be mad just friendly chitchat....

[fw10ring]

Berg, thanks for the info!

[fw10ring]

Apparently this isn't true for Volquartsen. It's their number one seller and they intend to continue to make their semi-auto 17HMRs.

[Btango05]

Volquartzen .17HMR DELUXE

So I came across an opportunity to buy a Volquartzen .17HMR Semi-auto and I remembered coming across the warning about .17HMR semi-autos. Just wondering if anyone has had any problems with their VQ .17HMR semi? Any thoughts on this rifle? Pros? Cons?

[fw10ring]

500 rounds and no problems. Called VQ and they haven't had problems with this round in their guns.

[ghostrider]

5000+ rounds of Hornady V-Max through my Volquartsen Fusion....no problems what so ever and as accurate as day one

[mds2004]

My friend this http://www.excelarms.com/acceleratorrifle.html in .17HMR and he has a lot of problems with it.

[dominic]

I haven't seen it posted here (I may have missed it) but I heard that there is a safety issue with semi-auto .17 HMRs. Something about the safety of the ammunition?

[LasVegasTaxMan]

Why are these not available in CA?

Actually I thought they were legal in CA. I was able to handle one of these set-ups about 6 months ago when I was looking into a .17 HMR. I also remember Excel Arms being at the OC Gun Show. They are located somewhere in the Norco/Corona or somewhere in the IE. Cool rifles.

[LasVegasTaxMan]

So I came across an opportunity to buy a Volquartzen .17HMR Semi-auto and I remembered coming across the warning about .17HMR semi-autos. Just wondering if anyone has had any problems with their VQ .17HMR semi? Any thoughts on this rifle? Pros? Cons?

I believe the warning was for .17 mach 2 ammo; I do not recall reading any warnings on .17 HMR but I could have missed it.

Anyway here is a link to help you out; google the subject and you will get much more info.

http://www.eabco.com/ruger1022warnings.htm