22lr different grains

[chefjef]

Hi all,

an indoor gun range just opened up near me and since i plan on shooting more often i want to buy some bulk ammo for my 1022 rifle. it occurred to me i don't really know much about the different velocities and weights of 22lr ammunition. does it really matter for plinking and target shooting?

Thanks!

[zeb]

Well, they will all shoot a little different from each other. Some will be more accurate or more reliable than others in your particular rifle. Get a variety of different manufacturers and see what works best for you.

[swifty]

Don't worry too much about the weight of bullets, for what you are doing it really won't matter. "Bulk" ammo is sold to meet a certain price point, the factories reduce costs by using one big box instead of 10 little ones. Reducing the weight of the bullet also is a cost saving measure.

40gr is the "standard" bullet weight, but weights will be found in the 36-40gr range also, especially with bulk ammo. 32gr are found on hyper-velocity rounds, less weight helps achieve velocity.

Velocity will usually be found in four categories, match, standard, high velocity and hyper-velocity. Most shooters use high velocity for general use, competition shooters use match grade ammo, shooters of older guns use standard velocity and self defense users use the hyper-velocity. Hunters tend to use all four categories.

[chefjef]

I misspoke when I said bulk, I just meant large quantity. I've found the rifle likes CCI ammo. I've used their 36grain high-velocity, and their 32grain hypervelocity. I'm thinking now it really doesn't matter at the range?

[swifty]

No, it should not matter unless your guns needs the extra bolt thrust to operate properly. The slower velocities will be easier on your firearms also.

[chefjef]

ok, thanks guys!

[boyzuker]

The only .22lr I buy is CCI blazer, $15ish for a brick and it shoots great.

[stewiegriffin]

More importantly, where/what is this new range?!

[chefjef]

More importantly, where/what is this new range?!

Up and running for a few months now, its the only indoor range in the Coachella Valley (they're in Palm Desert).
The Academy Firing Range

http://www.theacademy.us.com

I took the NRA Basic Pistol class there, and everyone seems pretty knowledgeable and friendly. I've had my rifle for many years, and now I hope to get into handguns (once i finish paying for unexpected car repairs).
=)

[freonr22]

btw, you can get seebee caps (for shooting in your office) they are 11.99/50 @ melcottons, or for .40/rd .22lr tracers