Just wondering if there are any local retailers/gun shops that stock .22LR match ammo such as SK Rifle Match, Federal Ultra Match, Eley Match etc? I know that I can always purchase online but I would like to try out some small samples of various brands before I purchase a few bricks.
.22LR Match Ammo?
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I have seen Federal and Eley at a number of local stores. But hit and miss what one has on any given day.
I would hit the IP section, and make some phone calls.
I would hit the IP section, and make some phone calls.
TheOriginalMexicanBob
Ultimate Member
Buy it online...many vendors are constantly running sales. Also hit local guns shows and find it.
Magnumite
Ultimate Member
I buy my match stuff online...as mentioned it is consistently more obtainable that way. If you can find a Nygord rim thickness gauge you can segregate good ‘target’ grade ammo into lots and get very close to match ammo performance. I did this with Federal 711B and it grouped almost as well as the Federal Match. Just an FYI.
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davsco
Ultimate Member
find an online store that has free shipping above a certain $$$ and order a bunch of different boxes to try. gun show also a good plan.
If I remember correctly, this place might sell smaller sampler sets of match grade 22LR ...
http://goodshootinginc.com/index.php?categoryID=565
Champion's Choice might as well.
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http://goodshootinginc.com/index.php?categoryID=565
Champion's Choice might as well.
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Blacksmith101
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- Jun 22, 2012
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Depending on the gun sometimes the match ammo is not the most accurate:
http://forums.accuratereloading.com/eve/forums/a/tpc/f/8711043/m/9871088921
http://forums.accuratereloading.com/eve/forums/a/tpc/f/8711043/m/9871088921
Mike OTDP
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- Feb 12, 2008
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Go to Champion's Choice or International Shooter's Service. They'll sell by the box. I'd call and ask specifically for recommendations. Don't bother to try to buy good ammo at the LGS, they either won't have it or will want double prices for it.
rob-cubed
In need of moderation
I've had good luck with cheap Armscor (Filipino) ammo out of many of my non-AR firearms. The ARs like CCI Standard or typical match. I'm constantly surprised at what my guns "like".
As others have said, good .22 is impossible to find in stores with any regularity.
As others have said, good .22 is impossible to find in stores with any regularity.
deerassassin22
Active Member
Bass Pro has Federal Match and Federal Match HV 4.99
I believe United in Rockville carries some target .22, but I buy mine at Champion's Choice and a couple other online target ammo places.
As Rob says, don't turn your nose up at inexpensive ammo. There are some brands that are extremely consistent, just because ammo costs a lot, doesn't mean it will shoot better in any particular gun. Nothing that I own shoots Eley Tenex as its best ammo, but Tenex is definitely the most highly regarded and usually most expensive. My best target rifle prefers Eley Subsonic Hollow Point that costs about half as much as Tenex.
When chosing for a variety pack I suggest several different Eley offerings, SK and RWS. Don't be afraid to try Aguila Match too. If Champions Choice sells it - its the real deal.
deerassassin22
Active Member
Who is the cheapest for Federal Match?
rj1974
Ultimate Member
The Gun Shop in Essex has Federal GMM and RWS match in stock now .
lkenefic
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- Aug 19, 2011
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Another for Champions Choice. My Anschutz target rifle likes Eley Target rifle in the yellow box. It runs about $6/box. Oddly, I get better results with this ammo than Match Black or Tenex. RWS R50 is really good too, but at twice the price I'll stick with Eley Target.
My daughter shoots .22LR in 3P competitively and another good source to shot is champion Shooters out of Ohio. If you really get into it, send the rifle to killough in TX and they will test it to see which lot of elegy ammo it likes the best. Lapua will also test - they are based in AZ
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