That is good shooting NavyLT. There is alot to be said about the right ammo for that specific ruger. My 10/22 does not like of all things the wolf match target or anytype of winchester round. My other rifles like some RWS no winchester and some wolf brand ammo. None of my rifles like Eley unless it is the one in the black box, $$. But for general plinking and all hunting every one likes CCI mini mag Varmint; this rounds perform well even at 200 yards and fiocchi performs extemely well at 240.
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VancMike
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I'm guessing you all notice the same phenomena: when I switch brands or even different types within brands, it takes at least 10 shots before the barrel settles down to a point of aim for that particular type.
That being said, the most accurate of my .22s is a Win Mdl 75, which will put many bullets into one tiny hole. SK Standard and various Eleys are the best, but also a shout-out to Federal bulk (which also shoots well in my various pistols and a Ruger 10-22).
But one of the most accurate in the Mdl 75? Remington, bulk Cyclone. Almost no difference (in that rifle) than some very expensive target ammo. Go figure.
That being said, the most accurate of my .22s is a Win Mdl 75, which will put many bullets into one tiny hole. SK Standard and various Eleys are the best, but also a shout-out to Federal bulk (which also shoots well in my various pistols and a Ruger 10-22).
But one of the most accurate in the Mdl 75? Remington, bulk Cyclone. Almost no difference (in that rifle) than some very expensive target ammo. Go figure.
The reason I finally decided on CCI mini mags for all my rifles and pistols is that as I aged my memory loss increased exponentially. These are my reason for CCI:
1. Easy to remember what my zero is at 50, 100, and 200 yds. POI for different brands always required different adjustment, i.e. 6 moa to 12.5 from 50 to 100 give or take a couple of moa. Now I will remember what each one will shoot with one brand.
2. Cost ratio for me is acceptable. Paying $6.99 for 100 rds of CCI vs $10 dollars of wolf match or eley for 50 rounds.
3. Since pinpoint accuracy is not crucial CCI provides very acceptable accuracy at distances up to 200 yards for me. This is crucial because now when shooting my pistol at 25 yds I no long have to adjust my red dot for each particular brand.
4. When shooting groups the only thing I am giving up is sub moa accuracy at 50 or 100 yds. For me moa or just a little over is still plenty good for rabbit or squirls and for clay pigeons at 200 yds.
Bulk ammo is cheap and in consistant but still has one or two uses for me. First it is a good way to practice your weak hand shooting, without breaking the bank, and Secondly, it is a good way to get yourself on paper when trying out a new scope or gun.
1. Easy to remember what my zero is at 50, 100, and 200 yds. POI for different brands always required different adjustment, i.e. 6 moa to 12.5 from 50 to 100 give or take a couple of moa. Now I will remember what each one will shoot with one brand.
2. Cost ratio for me is acceptable. Paying $6.99 for 100 rds of CCI vs $10 dollars of wolf match or eley for 50 rounds.
3. Since pinpoint accuracy is not crucial CCI provides very acceptable accuracy at distances up to 200 yards for me. This is crucial because now when shooting my pistol at 25 yds I no long have to adjust my red dot for each particular brand.
4. When shooting groups the only thing I am giving up is sub moa accuracy at 50 or 100 yds. For me moa or just a little over is still plenty good for rabbit or squirls and for clay pigeons at 200 yds.
Bulk ammo is cheap and in consistant but still has one or two uses for me. First it is a good way to practice your weak hand shooting, without breaking the bank, and Secondly, it is a good way to get yourself on paper when trying out a new scope or gun.
Wolf Match for the Kidd 10/22 and Federal Bulk for the Buckmarks. Still looking for the ammo for the new 10/22 build. Only one range session with it, but the Federal "Match Grade" bulk was almost as good as the Wolf Match. If I were plinking or shooting offhand, I'd bet the Kidd would shoot most anything as well as anything else.
22-rimfire,
I do shoot a great deal of Federal bulk ammo. But that's because I'm lucky enough to be able to shoot in my backyard. I've come full circle in life and have rediscovered rimfire shooting. I grew up plinking with a .22, with my family on Sunday afternoon's. Now I drive once a week or so to a nice range to compete, but I still get the most fun from shooting at spinning disc's at various distances with iron sights, in the back yard. My go to rifle is a CZ 452 Lux, that I had to add a Lyman receiver sight to because of aging eyes.
At least some of this was on topic.
One last thought.....if you have eggs that have expired in your fridge, hard boil them and use them for targets. They explode.
I do shoot a great deal of Federal bulk ammo. But that's because I'm lucky enough to be able to shoot in my backyard. I've come full circle in life and have rediscovered rimfire shooting. I grew up plinking with a .22, with my family on Sunday afternoon's. Now I drive once a week or so to a nice range to compete, but I still get the most fun from shooting at spinning disc's at various distances with iron sights, in the back yard. My go to rifle is a CZ 452 Lux, that I had to add a Lyman receiver sight to because of aging eyes.
At least some of this was on topic.
One last thought.....if you have eggs that have expired in your fridge, hard boil them and use them for targets. They explode.
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Fiocchi holds the best groups in my .22s, with CCI a close second, and Federal Match in the 325 pack a close third.
I really need to find some Wolf and give it a try. Seems like it has a good reputation.
I really need to find some Wolf and give it a try. Seems like it has a good reputation.
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