Guest Posted April 11, 2016 Report Share Posted April 11, 2016 (edited) About to take the plunge and get a .17 HMR for those far slightly further bunnies. Most comfortable way to finance this is to part exchange my .22lr. It pains me to get rid of the .22lr but it's just not cutting the mustard as well as I'd like, the bunnies round here are insanely shy. Add to that I almost never plink with it and I don't shoot .22 lr competitions. Anybody else shunned the venerable .22 and just run a hummer? Or is it best I bite the bullet and maintain both calibres? P.S. This isn't a which calibres is best type thread (although I'm alway interested in input). I know the calibre debate has been done to death but please don't tell me just use the search button. Cheers Edited April 11, 2016 by Guest Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
weejase Posted April 11, 2016 Report Share Posted April 11, 2016 I have both and the .22lr get`s the most use. I have had my HMR for about 7 years and must have only had it out a handful of times. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Posted April 11, 2016 Report Share Posted April 11, 2016 Any particular reason may I ask? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Benthejockey Posted April 11, 2016 Report Share Posted April 11, 2016 I got a brand new cz silhouette, scope, mod and box of bullets for £400 so they're not horrendous to buy. And justifiable to run both at that sort of money. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Posted April 11, 2016 Report Share Posted April 11, 2016 The fields I shoot are big and open, it's nigh on impossible to get close to rabbits apart from a few weeks at the height of summer when the grass is tall. Beyond that the rabbits here have always run at about 80-100 yards. I'm also sick of .22lr richocheting off every surface imaginable. That said I enjoy it but apart from low cost can't really see why it's so popular still? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Posted April 11, 2016 Report Share Posted April 11, 2016 I have both and the .22lr get`s the most use. I have had my HMR for about 7 years and must have only had it out a handful of times. Things like his are the reason I'm reluctant to get rid of the .22lr. But like I say, lots of money to buy another rifle. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Harry Callahan Posted April 11, 2016 Report Share Posted April 11, 2016 Iv had my HMR 10 years... and am on the verge of getting a .22 Not because I hate the HMR - I love the calibre, and rifle (CZ452 Varmint)! But there's an awful lot of rabbits that the HMR are total over-kill for. Understand your reasons for HMR re. shy rabbits, and needing more range. I think you'd miss your .22 if you get rid of it. And that's coming from someone as has never had a .22... Yet!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Posted April 11, 2016 Report Share Posted April 11, 2016 Aargh! I suppose rim fires don't close THAT much to buy do they? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dougy Posted April 11, 2016 Report Share Posted April 11, 2016 The ricochet's will always be a difficult one, but 22lr will be capable at 80-1₩0 yds. Get some accurate bullets and practice your drops. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest stevo Posted April 11, 2016 Report Share Posted April 11, 2016 get some Eley subs and a 75 yrd zero , 100yrds will be a piece of cake , Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
la bala Posted April 11, 2016 Report Share Posted April 11, 2016 The fields I shoot are big and open, it's nigh on impossible to get close to rabbits apart from a few weeks at the height of summer when the grass is tall. Beyond that the rabbits here have always run at about 80-100 yards. I'm also sick of .22lr richocheting off every surface imaginable. That said I enjoy it but apart from low cost can't really see why it's so popular still? If your getting that many richochetes you are missing a few bud. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Posted April 11, 2016 Report Share Posted April 11, 2016 Yeah I miss a few. But I'm talking about getting a clean hit on a skull with a massive back drop and still hearing it ping into the distance. 100 yard shots are well within .22lr capabilities, but I mean almost ALL shots are at this distance and further out into the 120s and a bit further, not a few with the majority around the 50-60 yard mark. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
la bala Posted April 11, 2016 Report Share Posted April 11, 2016 Yeah I miss a few. But I'm talking about getting a clean hit on a skull with a massive back drop and still hearing it ping into the distance. 100 yard shots are well within .22lr capabilities, but I mean almost ALL shots are at this distance and further out into the 120s and a bit further, not a few with the majority around the 50-60 yard mark. 17s are cheap enough bud get one, if you dont like it, you can move it on. Me, have had a slot for one for four years now, for rabbits i dont feel the need. Good luck with your new tool. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Posted April 11, 2016 Report Share Posted April 11, 2016 Cheers mate. And don't call me a tool. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
figgy Posted April 11, 2016 Report Share Posted April 11, 2016 Where did La Bala call you a tool Bigman. He's calling your new rifle a tool, or have I missed something ? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Posted April 11, 2016 Report Share Posted April 11, 2016 (edited) It was a joke you tool. Edited April 11, 2016 by Guest Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
figgy Posted April 11, 2016 Report Share Posted April 11, 2016 Not funny Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Posted April 11, 2016 Report Share Posted April 11, 2016 Sorry couldn't resist mate Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
zipdog Posted April 11, 2016 Report Share Posted April 11, 2016 (edited) I have both and my go to rifle if I'm off for a walk is aways the 17 hmr. Having said that if i could only have one rifle it would be my 22, as you can run supersonics etc through it if needed, it is a more versitile round. The 17 is a great caliber but wind drift is too bigger issue past 150 yards so don't expect any more range than that. If you chop your 22r you will lose money and miss it. It will pay off in the long run, if you can, to put £10 away a week and get a cz with a £100 scope and a sak mod. * edit a cheeper scope would do, iv got a nikko sterling game king on my 22, cost £30 from JSR ramsbottom and has been spot on. Edited April 11, 2016 by zipdog Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Posted April 12, 2016 Report Share Posted April 12, 2016 Hmmm, maybe I'll save my pennies for a 17 for next year. Or maybe I'll part ex my .22 for the 17 and if I don't like it just buy another .22 later on. They're cheap as chips aren't they. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Good shot? Posted April 12, 2016 Report Share Posted April 12, 2016 Yes keep the 22 lr and save for a 17 hmr. The .22 lr is great for low cost plinking and long range rabbits if you know your drop.both are very accurate in the right conditions.I have both in CZ452. I would not be without either. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
beanieboy Posted April 12, 2016 Report Share Posted April 12, 2016 I too have both in 452 and wouldn't be without either. If one had to go though, it would, very reluctantly, be the HMR. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
weejase Posted April 12, 2016 Report Share Posted April 12, 2016 With practice you will be able to hit rabbits at those ranges with the .22lr. I favour it because It`s a lot quieter and it`s a fair bit cheaper on ammo. If you are missing a lot just now, don`t think just because you get an HMR that it will make you a better shooter. I`d rather master the .22 for personal satisfaction. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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