Thread: The ‘controversial.222’

Originally Posted by Hunter_Nick

I’m after a bit of advice/opinion....

I need to re-barrel my BSA Hunter .222 as the tube is getting pretty shagged. Do you think it’s worth going for a faster twist or sticking with the ‘tried and true’ 1-14” twist? I’m wondering about the benefits of slinging longer heavier slugs for even better terminal performance.

personally I WOULD SUGGEST 1:12----1:10 even....the trebly is great wee round..so is 223 and if you want to chuck 80grn projectiles buy a .243 ...within 150 yards the 50-55grn projectiles do good enough job for me.... I can poke 64grn winchester loads from my 223 as it is....cant for life of me see a need for me to go heavier...thats what Ive got bigger rifles for.