Thread: .222 turning back the clock

Originally Posted by Huntertoo

Get familiar with the rifle and gain confidence. The 222 is unforgiving to bad shot placement. After hand loading the 222 for more than 40 years I like the 55 grain. Most makes of this pill shoot well but when the right brew is found accuracy is outstanding. I currently use a single shot on deer, hand loading with Remington Peters brass, Hornady 55 gn soft point driven by 20 grain of 4198. Sighted a 1inch high at 100 so bang on at 214 m.
Prior to going to the 55, I used the 50 for years but not being able to find the usual in Winchester I went up in weight.
50 or 55 will shoot just as well just a personel preference or ballistics..

Awesome info thanks. Yes I’m going to shoot hares with it until I get used to it. Will make sure it’s spot on before going for a deer.