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I have a Ruger standard model 22 pistol, that I shoot 86 rounds per week in. Last week I finally cleaned it well for the first time in a long time. It was dirty, and having lots of malfunctions (FTF, FTE, misfires-you name it). Like many people here, I prefer to buy the cartons of ammo that has 500 or so rounds. I have been using the Winchester hollow point in the bulk packs from wally world. Last week I noticed I was almost out, so I went to replenish my ammo, and all they had was a Remington round nosed lead pack, about the same price. Today, I started by finishing up the Winchester (with a clean, well-lubed gun) and it acted just like before, for about 3 mags. Several stoppages of different types, and typically 1 or 2 misfires per mag (with what look like good strikes to me). Now, I'm thinking I need new springs. Switched to the Remington, and it ran flawlessly. I could also detect an increase in slide energy and recoil (such as it is in a 22). I only fired about 50 rounds of the Rem. Has anyone else had experiences like this with Winchester 22 LR?