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Posted: 9/30/2014 9:54:31 PM EDT

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The only part about shooting my Ruger 10/22 or Mk3 22/45 that I don't like is

loading mags.

Posted: 9/30/2014 9:54:34 PM EDT

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anyone who doesn't like shooting .22 either A) doesn't have a .22 can or B) hasn't tried shooting it out to/past 200yds

Posted: 9/30/2014 9:56:19 PM EDT

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I'm 44, been shooting since I was around 6, have put tens of thousands of rounds down range through AR/M16, belt feds, and plenty of other fun stuff, and .22 is still fun for me. Maybe you are just wasting ammo, rather than challenging yourself to shoot better, every time you shoot. Or maybe it's time to learn knitting or basket weaving.

Posted: 9/30/2014 9:56:39 PM EDT

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Before the safe act ban on mail order ammo I never shot .22lr. Even before the Internet, I've found boxes of .22 I bought in the 90s that are 2/3 full.

I might buy some metal targets for .22 , like the ones that spin and stuff

Posted: 9/30/2014 9:56:43 PM EDT

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My son is 16 and we are having a lot more fun shooting ARs so we sold the tacitcool 22s and invested in 5.56 ammo and mags. We don't miss it

Posted: 9/30/2014 9:57:47 PM EDT

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Since I received a Ruger MKlll Hunter from my wife last Father's Day I've been shooting it at least twice a week and loving it.

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Nice looking pistol

Posted: 9/30/2014 9:58:48 PM EDT

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My favorite guns to shoot are my buckmarks and my 10/22.

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We shoot at clay pigeons mounted to old corrugated election signs at 40-45 yds.

Posted: 9/30/2014 9:59:08 PM EDT

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I still love shooting my .22s.

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This is the way I feel!
I grew up with .22s and will always have several to shoot. I have more .22 ammo then I can shoot in my lifetime. And I shoot alot.
Price will come back down when fools quit buying it.

Posted: 9/30/2014 10:00:02 PM EDT

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@ OP: Son, I'm certain I'm not your father, but if you send me your .22lr ammo stash I'll let you call me "daddy".

Posted: 9/30/2014 10:08:56 PM EDT

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Not a fan of it myself, I own a bearcat, 10/22 and 15/22, never get shot.

Posted: 9/30/2014 10:31:48 PM EDT

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.22 is no longer fun to shoot for me because it costs what .223 should.

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I don't know, I've acquired over 4,000 rounds the last few months at about $.05-.06 per round so I'm still loving shooting my .22s! Most of that was Midway back orders and checking the local Sportsman's Warehouse every Thursday or Friday.

Posted: 9/30/2014 10:44:42 PM EDT

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I was just thinking about this. Target shooting for tiny groups it doesn't matter what I'm shooting, all my concentration is on proper technique,22lr is just as fun as big calibers here.

For anything else .22lr is pretty boring for me.

Posted: 9/30/2014 10:52:03 PM EDT

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It's a phase. DO NOT get rid of your .22's

Posted: 9/30/2014 10:53:18 PM EDT

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I love shooting .22, but since the prices went full retard, I no longer get to shoot like I used to. I used to go through 500-1000 rounds every weekend.... Not anymore

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Patience, it will be again. I'm the same way 500 -1000 per outing. Senseless mag dumps....

Posted: 9/30/2014 11:11:40 PM EDT

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My Ruger Mark II is my favorite, most accurate pistol. I haven't had a lot of ammo lately, but I just got 1500 rnds a few weeks ago so I should be oK for awhile now.

Print up some official bullseye targets and start keeping track of your score. Shooting with a purpose makes it a fun game. You can track your progress and how better you do over time.

Posted: 9/30/2014 11:13:29 PM EDT

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I'll enjoy shooting .22 again when I start seeing it on the shelves again.

Posted: 9/30/2014 11:20:38 PM EDT

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I'll enjoy shooting .22 again when I start seeing it on the shelves again.

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LGS had a bunch in stock when I was there yesterday

Posted: 9/30/2014 11:21:41 PM EDT

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Get a can, sbr some ar for 22 conversions or sbr a 10/22

Posted: 9/30/2014 11:23:33 PM EDT

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I have the Ruger SR22 pistol and plan on acquiring the new S&W M&P Compact .22, as well as the Walther P22. I wish I could justify one of the older Beretta cheetahs. Those things have become pricey. Last one Bud's Guns sold was over two years ago for $750.

What's with the Beretta stupidity? Their beautiful guns are no longer made/for sale in America. All they have now are these neo new wave crap. Their single action jetfire pocket pistols? Gone.

PLLBBBBBB

Posted: 9/30/2014 11:23:54 PM EDT

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I got a 22/45 Lite this year and a huntertown arms can last year.

I bought a pellet rifle today

You're alone OP.

Posted: 9/30/2014 11:28:34 PM EDT

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The current prices of .22 has taken some of value out of using it as a training vehicle. I'm still sitting on enough for a few years of steady use though and most of the stuff I'm shooting cost me under .02 per round

With dedicated analogues to my rifle and pistol I use it in a 70/30, or so, ratio of .22 to full power ammo. Synopsis is start the session with with a cold drill using full power ammo and then about 300 rds of drills with .22. Finish with a couple complex drills or shoot/move events with full power. A session runs me about $20 instead of $100 or so. So yes, I still like and use .22.

And yes, just had my new MP22 Compact out today with a checkmate suppressor. It's a hoot as well.

Posted: 9/30/2014 11:28:48 PM EDT

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I love my .22, but I'm not touching it until availability (not even prices ) are back to normal.

Posted: 9/30/2014 11:29:42 PM EDT

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I wouldn't know, I can't find any to fucking shoot.

Posted: 9/30/2014 11:37:16 PM EDT

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I can shoot my MK II all day long without getting bored.

Posted: 9/30/2014 11:45:16 PM EDT

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Go buy a Sparrow suppressor and get back with us.

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I wondered how long it would take.

I hadnt shot 22 in Y E A R S....until I got my cans.

Now I shoot two things. 22 & 300 BLK.
If it aint silent, I aint shooting.

Posted: 9/30/2014 11:46:37 PM EDT

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You're the only one, and in my opinion you should be quarantined before your weird ideas infect someone else.

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quite the contrary! I hope more people show lack of interest in .22 so that there are more ammo out in stores!

Posted: 9/30/2014 11:47:38 PM EDT

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You'll feel better when the ammo drought is over.

Posted: 9/30/2014 11:52:05 PM EDT

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Went to the range today brought my benelli m4 and ruger mk ii competition target. I really don't know why but the last 4 or 5 times I went out shooting my 22lr pistol just seems like no fun to shoot anymore. I just feel like I'm shooting a pellet gun or bb gun I really cant explain it but I feel like I should get rid of my 22's and my 22 ammo supply (my dad would love me to give him my 22 stash )

Does anyone else feel this way? Maybe it's a faze? Can someone elaborate if they have ever felt this way? Thanks

(p.s. been thinking of getting a fn five seven or ps90 to replace my 22's. They can hunt the same game but the 5.7 round has a big muzzle flash and seems like it would excite me as a shooter more.)

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I stopped shooting 22 years ago for the same reasons

Posted: 9/30/2014 11:56:48 PM EDT

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I'll always love shooting my .22's. Being taught to use firearms with a .22 when I was six, being turned loose to roam the ranch with a .22 and a box of shells in my pocket, bringing back rabbits and squirrels for dinner.. Those memories probably have a lot to do with why I've always loved .22 LR.

I truly hate not being able to grab a brick or three and just go shoot. I have plenty of ammo but replacing it is fubar these days.

Posted: 9/30/2014 11:57:48 PM EDT

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I love my .22s

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Posted: 10/1/2014 12:01:02 AM EDT

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It's a phase. DO NOT get rid of your .22's

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Yup. I went through the same phase and sold a custom built Spikes ST-22 with a Lothar Walther pencil barrel that ran like a top. I got 'bored' shooting .22LR. It was a phase - I miss that gun. I keep checking the EE for another dedicated 22.

Posted: 10/1/2014 12:01:24 AM EDT

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it's only not fun cause the %@#$@#$@# neckbeards are still snatching it up around here and I'm shooting into my supply. once i can resupply, fun quotient will be at max again.

Posted: 10/1/2014 12:15:49 AM EDT

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Does anyone else feel this way? Maybe it's a faze? Can someone elaborate if they have ever felt this way? Thanks

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I havent enjoyed plinking with 22's for years now . I'd much rather shoot my AR's and 45's , even though its more expensive .

Ive given away 3 different 22lr rifles and sold every 22 pistol I owned. I want others , but I dont worry about maintaining a huge stash of 22lr ammo .

I like my 22 mag and 17 HMR for walking rifles in the woods , but the two 22lr's I own now are both in need of repair .... To each their own .

Posted: 10/1/2014 12:26:48 AM EDT

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The only part about shooting my Ruger 10/22 or Mk3 22/45 that I don't like is
loading mags.

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If you don't have one, this has been great for my Buckmark (and should work for Rugers)

http://www.amazon.com/McFadden-Machine-Ultimate-Clip-Loader/dp/B004YF931Y

Posted: 10/1/2014 12:27:55 AM EDT

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I haven't fire a single round of 22 since March of 2013.

I could take it or leave it.

Posted: 10/1/2014 12:50:34 AM EDT

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dang op

from here you will soon only enjoy shooting pump action bb guns and sucking dicks

because it seems you've gone full retarded faggotry with this post

Put your dick back on

Posted: 10/1/2014 12:52:36 AM EDT

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dang op

from here you will soon only enjoy shooting pump action bb guns and sucking dicks

because it seems you've gone full retarded faggotry with this post

Put your dick back on

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You tell him.

I'm sure he had that coming.

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Posted: 10/1/2014 12:55:36 AM EDT

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Went to the range today brought my benelli m4 and ruger mk ii competition target. I really don't know why but the last 4 or 5 times I went out shooting my 22lr pistol just seems like no fun to shoot anymore. I just feel like I'm shooting a pellet gun or bb gun I really cant explain it but I feel like I should get rid of my 22's and my 22 ammo supply (my dad would love me to give him my 22 stash )

Does anyone else feel this way? Maybe it's a faze? Can someone elaborate if they have ever felt this way? Thanks

(p.s. been thinking of getting a fn five seven or ps90 to replace my 22's. They can hunt the same game but the 5.7 round has a big muzzle flash and seems like it would excite me as a shooter more.)

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Posted: 10/1/2014 12:58:34 AM EDT

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nope. .22lr is very underwhelming

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I think you're the only one that feels that way.

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nope. .22lr is very underwhelming

Same here. I'd rather just shoot 5.56 or 7.62x39.

Although, I've heard that you can learn a lot about wind dope just by shooting a .22lr rifle at a mere 200 yards.

Posted: 10/1/2014 12:59:45 AM EDT

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I quit shooting .22lr when the ammo dried up. I used to pay $19.95 for 550 rounds. I haven't found .22lr in any local walmart/Academy stores in over 2 years.

Best I can tell from gun shop prices around here 9mm is only marginally more expensive.

A quick search of CTD (Don't know any ammo sites offhand)
500rd .22lr is $80.
500rnd 9mm is $120

Why would I even bother going .22lr at that price?

Posted: 10/1/2014 1:02:39 AM EDT

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Went to the range today brought my benelli m4 and ruger mk ii competition target. I really don't know why but the last 4 or 5 times I went out shooting my 22lr pistol just seems like no fun to shoot anymore. I just feel like I'm shooting a pellet gun or bb gun I really cant explain it but I feel like I should get rid of my 22's and my 22 ammo supply (my dad would love me to give him my 22 stash )

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Does anyone else feel this way? Maybe it's a faze? Can someone elaborate if they have ever felt this way? Thanks

(p.s. been thinking of getting a fn five seven or ps90 to replace my 22's. They can hunt the same game but the 5.7 round has a big muzzle flash and seems like it would excite me as a shooter more.)

i love 22... but i havent seen a new box of ammo i was willing to pay sticker for in over a year.. maybe two

Posted: 10/1/2014 1:09:33 AM EDT

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Ehh, I had a bunch of 22s and ammo, used mostly for training platform for my full size versions... but really just got sick of loading mags and just plain dealing with the proprietary mag issue with every one. Ended up selling them all during the panic, don't miss em at all.

My absolute fav was the MP5-22...sometimes I miss that one, but when I think about loading the mags, I say Good riddance

Posted: 10/1/2014 1:15:02 AM EDT

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I still like shooting 22LR.

Posted: 10/1/2014 1:22:11 AM EDT

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I quit shooting .22lr when the ammo dried up. I used to pay $19.95 for 550 rounds. I haven't found .22lr in any local walmart/Academy stores in over 2 years.

Best I can tell from gun shop prices around here 9mm is only marginally more expensive.

A quick search of CTD (Don't know any ammo sites offhand)
500rd .22lr is $80.
500rnd 9mm is $120

Why would I even bother going .22lr at that price?

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Your shopping skills suck. I recently bought two bricks of SK-Lapua and one of Wolf match, for 60 bucks per brick...and that's for lower-end match ammo. I recently saw Winchester M22 for $25 per brick, but didn't buy any, because I already had 2000 rounds of it.

Posted: 10/1/2014 1:22:57 AM EDT

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I enjoy my .22lr's very much, I just don't shoot them as often now due to this continued nonsense of not being able to find it in stock locally.

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Posted: 10/1/2014 1:26:31 AM EDT

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I shoot my .22's more then anything else.

Posted: 10/1/2014 1:48:11 AM EDT

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...My .22LR stuff.

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Purty nice AZ_Sky.

I still like my .22 conversions but truthfully I don't shoot them as much as I used to for obvious reasons.

Do have a pellet rifle to help fill in the gap until .22LR becomes more readily available.

Posted: 10/1/2014 1:51:35 AM EDT

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I've acquired 3 new .22 rifles in the past year - a 10/22 takedown, a Mossberg 702 and a Ruger American Rimfire - all scoped. It's fun to be able to concentrate on shooting basics like trigger squeeze, breathing techniques, sight picture, holdover, etc., without having to worry about recoil - or cost per round.

And if the S ever hit the F, I know that a well-placed sniper headshot at reasonable distance with a .22lr will take out most people in one shot.