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222 to 223, do it or not?
rballi
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I have a chance to buy a Rem 600 Mowhawk in 222 Rem. I don't handload I would really like a 223 in that configuration, so, if I get it, should I ream it out to 223 to be able to use more types of ammo?
BTW, I already have a 600 in 308 and a 660 in 243.
BTW, I already have a 600 in 308 and a 660 in 243.
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I WOULD RATHER BE DUCK HUNTING.
IF HANDLOADING IS NOT AN OPTION FOR YOU, SHOP AROUND FOR A 223 AND SAVE THE 222 FOR SOMEONE WHO WANTS IT.
PRZNCOP110
Just my 2 bits DD2b
Ray
I have a chance to buy a Rem 600 Mowhawk in 222 Rem. I don't handload I would really like a 223 in that configuration, so, if I get it, should I ream it out to 223 to be able to use more types of ammo? BTW, I already have a 600 in 308 and a 660 in 243.
This is from Sierra Bullets Infinity Suite CD "Inadequate for military purposes, not as accurate as the 222 Remington, and less powerful than the 222 Magnum. These were just some of the greetings given to Remington's 223, when it was unveiled as the 5.56mm in the AR-15/M16 rifle. In spite of its early critics, the 223 Remington has become one of the most popular sporting cartridges, and has proven itself in several military conflicts worldwide. Perhaps its greatest compliment as a service round came when the former Soviet Union replaced its 7.62x39mm cartridge with a 22 caliber service round that closely duplicated the 223's performance." along w/ this "Unlike most of the currently available semi-autos, factory bolt-actions generally come equipped with 1x12" twist barrels. As such, they can handle Sierra's line of bullets from 40 to 60 or 63 grains, but not the heavier MatchKing designs. This isn't a problem in custom-built rifles, if the shooter chooses a twist rate appropriate for the bullets he plans to use. With this cartridge, we recommend a 1x10" as minimum for the 69 grain MatchKing, and a 1x8" for 77 or 80 grain MatchKings.
Copyright c 2003 Sierra Bullets, LLC. "
My first real time hunting/target rifle was Remington's short action Model 788 in a .222. In days gone by as a younger person I could take this gun w/ a 3x9-40 Tasco Scope, lay down, on range no wind, 5 holes covered with a quarter. In a sitting mode, w/ a cutoff broom stick. Here is some more from Sierra "For varmint hunting, especially in settled areas, the 222 is best served by either the 50 or 55 grain Blitz bullets. Both sport a thin jacket, designed to expand readily at the 222s velocity levels. In most factory rifles, a 1x14" twist is standard. This twist normally gives best accuracy with bullets of 55 grains or less. With the military adoption of the 223 Remington and the near total movement of benchrest crowds to the 6mm PPC, the "deuce" has lost much of its earlier support. It is still an extremely useful cartridge, and will no doubt see active use as a varmint cartridge for many years to come. At one time or another, the 222 has been chambered in a variety of action types by most arms manufacturers. The fact that it still remains a popular chambering in custom-built rifles is strong testimony to its effective field performance and superb accuracy.
Copyright c 2003 Sierra Bullets, LLC. "
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