Both rimfire and centrefire ammunition are common rounds used for competitive target shooting. But what are the main differences? Despite both being primer-ignited cartridges, it’s actually the way the primer is ignited by the firing pin that characterises each round.
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How USA Shooting is setting its sights on success with newly appointed CEO Matt SuggsPosted in: .22lr ammunition1536 Views
Earlier this month, USA Shooting announced that Matt Suggs has been selected for the role of Chief Executive Officer. Starting his duties on August 1st, Matt will be responsible for implementing USA Shooting’s new strategic plan.
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Is there a shortage of .22lr rimfire ammo?Posted in: .22lr ammunition27053 Views
As shooters are no doubt aware, .22LR ammunition experienced a huge surge in demand earlier on this year. The repercussions of which are still being felt in some parts of the US.
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Benchrest barrel making steel - what it is and why it’s usedPosted in: .22lr ammunition2743 Views
Paul Tolvstad, KSS team member and benchrest shooter, is a seasoned competitive rifle shooter. He’s also a small-bore precision barrel maker.
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New action and action plus 42g rimfire ammunition by ELEY.Posted in: .22lr ammunition2221 Views
ELEY action plus 42gWe’re excited to announce the launch of not one, but two new recreational rounds – ELEY action 42g and ELEY action plus 42g.
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Benchrest shooters, to be the best you need to testPosted in: .22lr ammunition2008 Views
Calling all .22lr benchrest shooters! To be the best, you have to batch test. Ammunition testing is available at the ELEY test range in Texas and here’s four reasons why you should give it a try.
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Straight Shooting - The only podcast for your shooting sport fixPosted in: .22lr ammunition1957 Views
For the last few months, the Killough Shooting Sports (KSS) team has been producing a bi-weekly podcast talking all things target shooting sports. From the lowdown on the latest competitive shooting events, to learning tips and tricks on how to become a better shooter in the world of .22 rimfire and USPSA practical shooting.
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Achieving accuracy with barrel rifling basicsPosted in: .22lr ammunition3371 Views
For competitive target shooters, consistent accuracy is the pot of gold at the end of the rainbow. However, to achieve ultimate precision shot-after-shot you first have to understand and perfect a range of factors that affect accuracy.
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Target shooting tips - Reading the windPosted in: .22lr ammunition4677 Views
Improving your shooting accuracy relies on perfecting a variety of skills. One of which is learning how to read the wind. Reading the wind combines an element of science and a dose of luck to achieve the best results.
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Take aim with .22LR Benchrest Paper TargetsPosted in: .22lr ammunition4326 Views
Benchrest shooting is a form of shooting sport that uses high precision rifles to shoot paper targets at varying distances.
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Going for gold: ELEY ammunition sponsor the USA Olympic shooting teamPosted in: .22lr ammunition1192 Views
As sponsors of the USA shooting team, .22LR ammunition manufacturer ELEY, spoke to Dan Durben (National Rifle Coach for the US athletes). He discussed how USA shooting makes the important decision on selecting their Olympic rifle shooting team.
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How long can you store .22LR ammunitionPosted in: .22lr ammunition7368 Views
.22LR ammunition doesn’t have a specific shelf life. It’s not time that degrades the ammunition but rather how it is stored. As long as the rounds are stored correctly, it will last. This is the same for any calibre ammunition as shelf life does not differ depending on the bullet size.