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Posted: 3/25/2017 2:14:08 PM EDT

Even though its a dying round and I already have two .223 bolt guns in conjunction with my ARs and Mini-14s

Everything I've read about this little rounds says that its capable of stupid accuracy

I'd love to find a Remington 722 or older 700 ADL but Tikka makes a T3 in .222 as well. I'd imagine a Tikka in .222 would shoot like a house on fire

Posted: 3/25/2017 2:16:15 PM EDT

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I think the only firearms I have ever seen in person in that caliber were two used Mini14s at a LGS years ago.

Posted: 3/25/2017 2:22:43 PM EDT

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the LGS I frequent up in Minot had a newer production Mini in .222 about a month ago. I guess the story on them is that they were built for export

Posted: 3/25/2017 2:36:34 PM EDT

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I would think you'd be able to pick one up on gunbroker (assuming you can find someone willing to go through whatever hoops it takes to export it). I got a very clean 722 in 257 Rob 2 months ago for $500.

Posted: 3/25/2017 2:38:56 PM EDT

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I don't want one over here, I'm only deployed out here. My home station is in North Dakota

I'd want one when I get to the states in the fall

Posted: 3/25/2017 2:39:43 PM EDT

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Do it. 222 ruled the roost for a long time.

Posted: 3/25/2017 2:47:56 PM EDT

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Dude, is there any gun in any caliber you don't jones for?

Posted: 3/25/2017 3:02:41 PM EDT

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quite a few actually

I have no interest in a .300 Blackout, ,338Lapua, and I'm kinda meh to the 6.5Creedmoor

I'm really interested in older "dying off" cartridges like the .222, .32-20, .250 Savage, .22 Hornet, and .25-20

I know why these rounds are dying out but its still kind of a shame, because a lot of neat guns were chambered in them

Posted: 3/25/2017 3:21:39 PM EDT

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I wanted a 219 Donaldson Wasp for a while.

I'm glad that notion passed.

Posted: 3/25/2017 3:24:16 PM EDT

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My dad's Sako Rihimaki 222 was my first centerfire rifle when he gave it to me in the 60's. The first one was stolen, I've got another one now, also a Sako 222. It's a very accurate gun, lightweight, and still my favorite rifle even though I don't shoot it much anymore.

Posted: 3/25/2017 3:26:52 PM EDT

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I don't want one over here, I'm only deployed out here. My home station is in North Dakota

I'd want one when I get to the states in the fall

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I was just up at Minot to pick my kid up and trailer his car back. He's heading to the sand.

Ride from hell, 2,000 miles in two days. I like ND. tho, its my kind of state. Lots of P-dogs for a .222 .

Posted: 3/25/2017 3:33:19 PM EDT

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I have a T\C Contender .222 Rem barrel. It's a 10" octagon barrel. Shoots 40g Ballistic Tips extremely accurate. I whacked groundhogs out to around 175 yds with that set up.
Used to have a Rem 788 in .222 Rem. Loved that rifle. It was stolen a long time ago.

Posted: 3/25/2017 3:37:22 PM EDT

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I have a T\C Contender .222 Rem barrel. It's a 10" octagon barrel. Shoots 40g Ballistic Tips extremely accurate. I whacked groundhogs out to around 175 yds with that set up.
Used to have a Rem 788 in .222 Rem. Loved that rifle. It was stolen a long time ago.

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everybody I've ever talked to that's had a 788 loves them

Posted: 3/25/2017 3:38:37 PM EDT

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Most of the calibers are not really dead. Not so common and you will want to reload ,plan ahead and buy components over the internet (which is a good plan in general even for regular calibers).

I knew some folks growing up and the three boys always talked of the summer trips from CT out to the old farm where they would shoot woodchucks when Grandpa thought they were big enough to handle his 222.
All the boys and their dad spoke very highly of that gun . I believe it was a winchester

Posted: 3/25/2017 3:41:30 PM EDT

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everybody I've ever talked to that's had a 788 loves them

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I still have 2 788's in .308 and 44 Mag. They're great shooting rifles. Too bad Remington is too fucked up to make rifles like that again.
I would love to find a 788 in 30-30

Posted: 3/25/2017 3:41:52 PM EDT

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I have an Anschutz in .222.

It's a great rifle. I love it and I love the caliber

Posted: 3/25/2017 4:09:54 PM EDT

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Great round...easy to load for, recoil is nill, can see your hits through the scope, I currently have a CZ 527 American.

Posted: 3/25/2017 4:29:51 PM EDT

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My 788 .308 with the factory 18" barrel is a tack driver. Worked with a gunsmith in Florida back in the day. We did several conversions of .223 into 7mm TCU. Using 120 grain bullets they were hell on wheels for deer. Felt recoil was about like 22 Mag in a lever gun. My Sako Rhiimaki in .222 is one of my favorite guns. Mom used it in Germany during the 1950's to kill about a dozen Roebuck. Love that rifle. Very easy to get incredible accuracy with terrific case life as well when neck sizing only. Get yourself a .222 OP!!

Posted: 3/25/2017 4:45:20 PM EDT

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I had an OLD Sako L46 .222rem, regular sporter configuration bbl. While accuracy was AWESOME, wouldn't/couldn't outshoot my OLD Sako L57 .243win, with Bull bbl/Target model. Both rifles were Factory, NO mods, except for pull weights adjusted for me, both had adjustable triggers. The military definitely made a MISTAKE choosing the WORTHLESS .223! An old Rem700 in .222 would serve you well if you're looking for accuracy unrivaled by NONE!

Posted: 3/25/2017 4:47:52 PM EDT

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Gunbroker search .............

Posted: 3/25/2017 4:59:27 PM EDT

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A good friend is a 222 fan, has a custom Rem 700 and a Contender in the caliber.

It is an inherently accurate cartridge and if the wind isn't blowing, is great for varmint hunting. Most are barreled with a 1:14 twist so a 40 grain bullet is preferred.

I have a Sako 461 in 17-222 that is a sweetheart, and when the barrel goes I am going to set it up in straight 222.

Posted: 3/25/2017 5:03:47 PM EDT

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I have a Sako 461 in 17-222 that is a sweetheart, and when the barrel goes I am going to set it up in straight 222.

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Basically seconding this. Look for an old Sako Vixen AI.

Posted: 3/25/2017 5:06:02 PM EDT

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Even though its a dying round and I already have two .223 bolt guns in conjunction with my ARs and Mini-14s

Everything I've read about this little rounds says that its capable of stupid accuracy

I'd love to find a Remington 722 or older 700 ADL but Tikka makes a T3 in .222 as well. I'd imagine a Tikka in .222 would shoot like a house on fire

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Theres a TON of 222 here in Europe, ARs from Colt, S&W MP15, bushmasters, Pnather, all in 222 given that 223 is banned for semi autos.
I wonder though how well those 222 feed in ARs.

Posted: 3/25/2017 5:22:34 PM EDT

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A couple of things to know about the 222. Several of the older makers barrelled them with 14" twists so you will be limited to 50-55 gr cup and core bullets. If you want to shoot tipped bullets you will be limited to 45gr bullets.
The 222 is an inherently accurate round. I have never found a 222 rifle that does not shoot well, under an inch with most factory ammo.
Prvi makes a 50 gr cartridge that shoots one ragged hole at 100 yards and they are 10.00 a box

, you can feed it pretty cheap.
Their case capacity is in the low 20's so reloading powder goes a long way.
Last but not least, if you get one, you'll love it!

P

Posted: 3/25/2017 5:29:28 PM EDT

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I have a .222 Savage with a vintage Redfield scope. I shoot crows in the face with it. Usually late in the season when they think they're out of shotgun range...

Posted: 3/25/2017 5:34:33 PM EDT

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I knew a guy who had an AR-15 in .222.............nice gun and very accurate

Posted: 3/25/2017 5:35:49 PM EDT

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quite a few actually

I have no interest in a .300 Blackout, ,338Lapua, and I'm kinda meh to the 6.5Creedmoor

I'm really interested in older "dying off" cartridges like the .222, .32-20, .250 Savage, .22 Hornet, and .25-20

I know why these rounds are dying out but its still kind of a shame, because a lot of neat guns were chambered in them

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Dude, is there any gun in any caliber you don't jones for?

quite a few actually

I have no interest in a .300 Blackout, ,338Lapua, and I'm kinda meh to the 6.5Creedmoor

I'm really interested in older "dying off" cartridges like the .222, .32-20, .250 Savage, .22 Hornet, and .25-20

I know why these rounds are dying out but its still kind of a shame, because a lot of neat guns were chambered in them

I hear you, .35 Winchester Center Fire the same way

Posted: 3/25/2017 5:43:57 PM EDT

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I have a .222 Savage with a vintage Redfield scope. I shoot crows in the face with it. Usually late in the season when they think they're out of shotgun range...

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I know that Savage 340/ 840s can be had for cheap but I've always been wary of them. How do they shoot?

Posted: 3/25/2017 5:45:18 PM EDT

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quite a few actually

I have no interest in a .300 Blackout, ,338Lapua, and I'm kinda meh to the 6.5Creedmoor

I'm really interested in older "dying off" cartridges like the .222, .32-20, .250 Savage, .22 Hornet, and .25-20

I know why these rounds are dying out but its still kind of a shame, because a lot of neat guns were chambered in them

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Dude! Are we long-lost bros or something?

I inherited a .250 Savage from my old man (love that ca'tridge), got a smokin' deal on a .32-20 lever, and I'm really torn as to whether I want to get a .22 Hornet or a .221 Fireball!

Posted: 3/25/2017 5:52:06 PM EDT

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I know that Savage 340/ 840s can be had for cheap but I've always been wary of them. How do they shoot?

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I have a .222 Savage with a vintage Redfield scope. I shoot crows in the face with it. Usually late in the season when they think they're out of shotgun range...

I know that Savage 340/ 840s can be had for cheap but I've always been wary of them. How do they shoot?

Can you imagine how big a crow's face is? If I can see it, I can usually hit it... To a point. Wind affects that little bullet tremendously. Ground hogs out to about 150 yards become pink mist in the scope. I'm getting low on custom handloads the previous owner gave me with the rifle. Factory ammo is still accurate but not as accurate as a load matched to the rifle. A modern, quality, scope would prolly help a lot.

Posted: 3/25/2017 6:27:40 PM EDT

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I have 700 bdl in .222 I need to get out and shoot . Someday it will get to our prairie dog spot.
If you get a chance pick up a .221 fireball another fun .224 cartridge to shoot .

Posted: 3/25/2017 6:42:11 PM EDT

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You don't want a 222. They are pointless in a world that includes cheap 223.

Posted: 3/25/2017 6:42:51 PM EDT

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I had a semi custom Remington 600 over 30 years ago that was a great shooter. I now have a H&R which is actually a Sako L461 that is also great. My H&R/Sako has beautiful wood like the Sako Vixens that I have seen. I like the Sako action in this caliber because it is nice and compact. The Rem 700 is a proven action but is much longer than what is needed for cartridges of this length. No big deal just a personal pref on my part.
You will love the 222 when you get one.
Tuco

Posted: 3/25/2017 6:51:51 PM EDT

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My vote:
http://www.gunbroker.com/item/631933250

Posted: 3/25/2017 7:05:29 PM EDT

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My oddball calibers:
Ruger 77 MKII stainless .222
Win m70 .225
Win m70 pre-64 featherweight .358

Posted: 3/25/2017 7:13:49 PM EDT

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You don't want a 222. They are pointless in a world that includes cheap 223.

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We should ban everything except .22 lr, .223, .308, and .50 BMG, b/c you don't need anything else.

C'mon, dude, serially? Don't you have a single romantic bone in your body? Long live .45-70, .30-40 Krag, and .45 Colt!

Posted: 3/25/2017 7:19:44 PM EDT

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You don't want a 222. They are pointless in a world that includes cheap 223.

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You're wrong.

The .222 is a better cartridge. It's more accurate and it uses less powder.

Posted: 3/25/2017 7:25:59 PM EDT

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We should ban everything except .22 lr, .223, .308, and .50 BMG, b/c you don't need anything else.

C'mon, dude, serially? Don't you have a single romantic bone in your body? Long live .45-70, .30-40 Krag, and .45 Colt!

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.30-40 Krag is another one that shouldn't be dying out either....primarily because I need an excuse for a Cimarron or Taylor & Co High Wall in that cartridge.

Posted: 3/25/2017 7:32:50 PM EDT

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I have a Remington Model 725 in 222 rem. It is indeed a great shooter.

I prefer the 725, because it still has the enfield style safety from the 30S models.

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Posted: 3/25/2017 7:42:17 PM EDT

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I have a Remington Model 725 in 222 rem. It is indeed a great shooter.

I prefer the 725, because it still has the enfield style safety from the 30S models.

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a 725 would be very cool to have

Remington really should have kept making those

Posted: 3/25/2017 7:47:26 PM EDT

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The Howa Mini-Action is a nice little "new" rifle that is chambered in .222.

When you get back from "over there", shoot me a message with your size and address, and I'll print and send you one of these:

Eric

Posted: 3/25/2017 7:48:06 PM EDT

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You're wrong.

The .222 is a better cartridge. It's more accurate and it uses less powder.

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223 is accurate enough, more common, and the difference in powder charge is small enough for me to ignore.

Posted: 3/25/2017 7:49:45 PM EDT

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We should ban everything except .22 lr, .223, .308, and .50 BMG, b/c you don't need anything else.

C'mon, dude, serially? Don't you have a single romantic bone in your body? Long live .45-70, .30-40 Krag, and .45 Colt!

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You don't want a 222. They are pointless in a world that includes cheap 223.

We should ban everything except .22 lr, .223, .308, and .50 BMG, b/c you don't need anything else.

C'mon, dude, serially? Don't you have a single romantic bone in your body? Long live .45-70, .30-40 Krag, and .45 Colt!

Those are all useful and good calibers. 30-40 is fantastic for big cast boolit shooting, with a neck longer than a wine glass. 45-70 is perhaps the most useful cartridge ever put into a lever action. 45 Colt, well, I don't use it myself. But I do love wheelguns!

Posted: 3/25/2017 7:50:54 PM EDT

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The Howa Mini-Action is a nice little "new" rifle that is chambered in .222.

When you get back from "over there", shoot me a message with your size and address, and I'll print and send you one of these:

https://images.bigcartel.com/product_images/170270320/222-Remington-Shirt-Back.jpg?auto=format&fit=max&h=1000&w=1000

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thanks man

Posted: 3/25/2017 7:57:21 PM EDT

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You really don't. You want a fast twist 223. I had a custom Remington 40X made in 222. It didn't shoot worth a damn until it was re-barreled. What makes a 222 a good round is that it needs a good barrel but a good barrel on a 223 will do a lot more. A fast twist 223 will be as good as a 308 out to 1000 yards in light winds. Better yet, get a 22-250 with a fast twist and shoot the 90 grain pill, then you have something special.

Posted: 3/25/2017 7:59:19 PM EDT

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My dad had a old .222 pump action Remington rifle, when I was young. I wish he would have kept it.

Posted: 3/25/2017 8:13:16 PM EDT

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My brother got a ar barrel in 222 and he is putting it together. Dad saw it and now he wants one. Dad has a 788 in 222 and that is his favorite coyote gun.

Posted: 3/25/2017 8:22:31 PM EDT

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My brother got a ar barrel in 222 and he is putting it together. Dad saw it and now he wants one. Dad has a 788 in 222 and that is his favorite coyote gun.

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I have the .22LR conversion kit for that 222 Rem AR...

Posted: 3/25/2017 8:43:09 PM EDT

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Ive done a couple of 222 AR uppers and they ran great and were extremely accurate. I'm going to do a couple of AR-15 barrels in 20 Vartarg Turbo(222 necked to .20) as soon as I can afford the reamer. It should be the Shitz for prairie poodles and ground squirrels.

Posted: 3/25/2017 9:16:47 PM EDT

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Almost 40 years ago I had a buddy with a beautiful Rem. M700 in .222 Rem. It had a one turn in 14" barrel. It had some factory stock fitment issues so we "opened" it up and then glass bedded it with an Acraglas kit. After that, with his 50 grain soft point flat based bullet reloads (don't remember the bullet brand or powder he used) that rifle would shoot 5 shots into a group that a dime would cover - at 150 yds. Awesome shooting little rifle. Beautiful stock with the cut checkering, not stamped like my M700 Varmint Special has.