22rf or 22lr

[slipper 116]

could somebody please give me some info please, what are the differences between the two calibres, I would like to put a 22 down on my application but not sure which one, thanks

[Simonrees 45]

Its the same thing mate RF simply means Rim Fire as opposed to CF which means Center Fire. The LR means long rifle and relates to the case length as opposed to .22 short.

 

Have a read of this to get a better understanding http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/.22_Long_Rifle

Edited February 1, 2012 by Simonrees

[slipper 116]

thanks pal, i feel a bit of a tool now tbh lol

[slipper 116]

i did mean wrf to be honest but the info you have given me is great thanks very much

[Simonrees 45]

There is no such thing as a stupid question, only a stupid answer

[Simonrees 45]

i did mean wrf to be honest but the info you have given me is great thanks very much

 

Winchester Rim Fire has a different shape bullet I believe giving it slightly better killing power but less accuracy There is also The WMR Winchester Magnum Round wich has a 24mm case which is the same case that is necked down for the .17hmr.

 

Are you applying for a first time FAC?

[slipper 116]

yes mate it is my first application for fac, I would like a hmr, and a 22

[Simonrees 45]

yes mate it is my first application for fac, I would like a hmr, and a 22

 

I asked for both including .223 on mine and was granted all 3. don't forget to put down moderators for all calibers you apply for!

[slipper 116]

ok bud, if he asks me why i want the 22 aswell as the 17 what should i say?, i would like to use the 22 where noise might be an issue, is that ok? or do you think he would be concerned about ricochets, i could say i will use hollow points

Edited February 1, 2012 by slipper

[tegater 789]

There is no such thing as a stupid question, only a stupid answer

The only stupid question, is the one that doesn't get asked!

[Simonrees 45]

During my interview he asked me why I wanted both. I told him the lower velocity of the .22 made it safer to use at shorter ranges whereas the .17 was more accurate out to 150 yards but too powerful to use at close range. You want the moderators to keep the noise down, although he's unlikely to ask you why you want them its just taken for granted really. I would ring them and ask if they allow .17 for fox because if they do then you have a further reason for applying for it. just put down vermin for the .22 and vermin for the .17 + fox if they allow it. Different forces have different rules.

[slipper 116]

ok thanks pal