Thread: Anyone still using the 220 swift

Originally Posted by Marty Henry

I've always had a hankering for a farquharson in a proper "flanged" cartridge as a hunting rifle, but have never been in the right place at the right time.
Anyhow I now have a no1 ruger in 220 swift, it qualifies as it's "semi rimmed"
Does anyone else use this "relic round". I would be interested in hearing your experiences, is it any better than the 22 varminter (22 250)
My intention is for it to be a "specialty" wallaby and hare number.
Economy of powder etc isn't a consideration in this case.

Greetings @Marty Henry,
Congratulations on getting your semi Farquarson semi flanged 220 rifle. It is a near copyof your hearts desire. It matters little if it is better or worse than any other cartridge. Choosing a more popular recent cartridge might have made load development a little easier but where is the fun in that? Enjoy it.
I now need to recover from my latest bout of Rugerno1itis brought on by this post.
Regards Grandpamac.