22LR, what happened this time, they are everywhere

[Tyler-The-Piker]

I think there's utility in a .22LR conversion for an AR versus building a dedicated .22AR. I think the 2A and CMMG units are both said to be pretty reliable.

Not sure if there's an accuracy issue running RF in a CF barrel, but on paper it sounds like a good idea.

I shoot my AR pistol with the cmmg 22 conversion more than any other. I've had a few crappy ammo issues but very reliable and fun. The accuracy beyond 25-50yds is not really that great but for up close and just training/plinking purposes it is awesome.

 

[Winamac]

Interesting post. I did notice a lot of 22 on the shelf. Almost bought some, but I don’t have a 22. Does anyone have a recommendation for my first 22 cal?

A nice moderate priced .22 would be a Henry. They are well made and affordable, and their customer service is second to none. Even on used one's if you have a problem Henry will help you. This has been my experience.

 

[churchmouse]

A nice moderate priced .22 would be a Henry. They are well made and affordable, and their customer service is second to none. Even on used one's if you have a problem Henry will help you. This has been my experience.

And a Henry looks great above the fire place.

 

[Mark106]

And a Henry looks great above the fire place.

Nice looking room, Mouse.

 

[nonobaddog]

I shoot my AR pistol with the cmmg 22 conversion more than any other. I've had a few crappy ammo issues but very reliable and fun. The accuracy beyond 25-50yds is not really that great but for up close and just training/plinking purposes it is awesome.

Rimfire ammo is relatively dirty and that gets into the gas system which is not a huge deal but more of a nuisance. I have a 22 conversion kit and have never used it. I much prefer keeping my AR ready to be an AR and having separate 22 rifles.
Of course that is just me - I like shooting rimfire and have many of them, covering 22lr, 22 Mag, 17HMR and 17HM2.

 

[doddg]

And a Henry looks great above the fire place.

Love the wood: my wife & I watch & enjoy alot of "Log Cabin Living."

 

[nonobaddog]

And a Henry looks great above the fire place.

A couple lever actions, a couple wheel guns, Very nice indeed!

 

[MCgrease08]

Nice looking room, Mouse.

He keeps the ban hammer mounted on the rear wall.

 

[Mark106]

He keeps the ban hammer mounted on the rear wall.

I can see why he didn't include it in the photo.
Casual waving around of the ban hammer could strike fear, not to mention envy, into the INGO populace.
Wouldn't want that.

 

[nonobaddog]

Especially envy, everybody would want one.

 

[Tyler-The-Piker]

Rimfire ammo is relatively dirty and that gets into the gas system which is not a huge deal but more of a nuisance. I have a 22 conversion kit and have never used it. I much prefer keeping my AR ready to be an AR and having separate 22 rifles.
Of course that is just me - I like shooting rimfire and have many of them, covering 22lr, 22 Mag, 17HMR and 17HM2.

I dont always clean my AR after shooting 5.56/223 but I do after 22lr, especially have to clean my spikes barking spider muzzle comp after shooting 22

 

[TJ Kackowski]

Nice looking room, Mouse.

Nice looking CORNER ... I suspect his wife gets the remainder of the room and house save for his tiny work bench where he toils over those wonderful pistol builds.

 

[DMTJAGER]

You KNOW things are insane when 9mm is a better deal OTC at my LGS then by M/O. I can buy 9mm for $10/50 at my LGS today. During the Trump years I stocked up on 22lr, 223, 9mm. 45acp and bullets. Have no need for powder, brass or primers.

 

[Mongo59]

You KNOW things are insane when 9mm is a better deal OTC at my LGS then by M/O. I can buy 9mm for $10/50 at my LGS today. During the Trump years I stocked up on 22lr, 223, 9mm. 45acp and bullets. Have no need for powder, brass or primers.

...yet...

 

[KellyinAvon]

You KNOW things are insane when 9mm is a better deal OTC at my LGS then by M/O. I can buy 9mm for $10/50 at my LGS today. During the Trump years I stocked up on 22lr, 223, 9mm. 45acp and bullets. Have no need for powder, brass or primers.

You mean like, NOW?

 

[Ingomike]

Don't be Cheaper Than Dirt.

EVER!

So my searches have found this ammo available only at sites offering it at this price range. Can anyone post a link of available product at $355 or so a 1000?

 

[nonobaddog]

Does it have to be the same brand? This is Stryker M855 ammo. Price = $340 per 1000.

STRYKER - 556 M855 STEEL CORE 62 GR FMJ - 1000 CT | The American Marksman

 

[Ingomike]

Does it have to be the same brand? This is Stryker M855 ammo. Price = $340 per 1000.

STRYKER - 556 M855 STEEL CORE 62 GR FMJ - 1000 CT | The American Marksman

That a good price for now and it looks in stock...

 

[Mark106]

mrgunsngear had a couple nice links up last night or this morning on his FB page re some in-stock deals (via ship to home) at Academy.
I followed the links and ordered five 50-count boxes of Hornady Frontier .223 55gr fmj at 32 cents per round; also five 100-count boxes of Blazer Brass 9mm 115gr at $20 per box.
He's since posted more links to additional decent deals on American Eagle 5.56 and Rem UMC 9mm jacketed ball.
It would indeed seem that not pooping oneself and going to into panic mode was the right call.

 

[braydenw]

Be careful if the prices on ammo look super good, places like Carolina Munitions have what appear to be super good prices but the shipping kills