22 Magnum AR Upper? Does it Suck... - Bear Creek Arsenal
This review of the Bear Creek Arsenal 16-inch 22 Magnum AR-15 upper receiver explores its performance and niche appeal. While offering low recoil and increased velocity over .22LR, the 22 Magnum caliber presents challenges with ammunition cost and limited magazine availability. The direct blowback system, specialized buffer, and spring are detailed, along with accuracy testing results and potential reliability issues like light primer strikes, which may be trigger-dependent. The reviewer concludes it's a functional but niche option for specific varmint control needs.











