.22 Pistol Battle Royale

THE .22 NG Rifle (.22LR) is without doubt th ost popular metallic cartridge in the world today. And I’m not just talk about rimfire cartridges. More .22 are manufactured, sold and fired ann al y than all other non-military cartridg (rifle, handgun and shotgun) combined.

The reasons for its popularity are easy to understand. Firstly, .22LR ammo is inexpensive. Like most things, .22 rifles and ammo cost more now than in the past, but most shooters can afford them without endangering the family finances. Further, .22s make comparatively little noise, which makes them especially practical for indoor shooting ranges, and are virtually recoilless, making them perfect for teaching new shooters. All these factors enable experienced shooters to practice more often. With match grade ammunition, a .22 is capable of extraordinary accuracy and it is no fluke that some of the most accurate competition rifles and pistols are chambered for