Videos tagged with Varmint Round

This video reviews Federal Premium Hammer Down 22LR ammunition, specifically testing its performance in a Ruger LCP II pistol. The reviewer notes the ammo's 40-grain, 1200 FPS, plated hollowpoint characteristics and its compatibility with the LCP II, which has historically been finicky. The ammunition is deemed a success for this particular firearm.

This review tests Federal Premium Hammer Down .22LR ammunition in a Ruger LCP II pistol, a firearm known for its pickiness. Despite being designed for hammer-fired lever-action rifles, the ammunition performed surprisingly well, with only one minor malfunction out of 78 rounds. The reviewer notes that the nickel-coated case and 1200 FPS velocity of this 40-grain roundnose hollowpoint seem to suit the LCP II, which typically prefers higher-velocity, high-quality ammunition.

The host discusses the suitability of .22LR for self-defense, noting its limitations due to rimfire cartridge design and magazine capacity challenges in semi-automatics. He suggests revolvers, like a Taurus .22 Magnum, as more reliable options for self-defense in .22 caliber, while acknowledging .22LR's effectiveness for varmint hunting. The discussion touches on the difficulty of reliable .22LR semi-automatics holding more than 10 rounds.