Charter Arms Pathfinder 22 ammo testing .22lr, .22CB long, .22 short, cci shotshell, .22LR Quiet

Published on June 27, 2018
Duration: 18:46

This video provides a comparative analysis of various .22 caliber ammunition types, including .22LR, .22 Short, .22 Long, CCI Shotshell, and CCI Quiet, tested in a Charter Arms Pathfinder revolver. The reviewer assesses differences in sound, point of impact, and effectiveness against targets at varying distances. The analysis highlights significant variations in noise levels and accuracy between different ammunition types, with a particular focus on the quieter rounds like CB Long and CCI Quiet.

Quick Summary

CCI CB Long ammunition is significantly quieter than .22 Shorts and standard .22LR rounds, sounding akin to a BB gun with hearing protection. However, it tends to shoot low, requiring a different aiming point compared to .22LR. CCI Shotshells are effective at very close range but lose efficacy quickly with distance.

Chapters

  1. 00:20Introduction & Ammunition Overview
  2. 01:24CCI Shotshell .22LR Testing (Close Range)
  3. 02:35CCI Shotshell .22LR Testing (Extended Range)
  4. 03:35Remington .22 Short Golden Bullet Testing
  5. 04:45.22 Short Point of Aim Observations
  6. 05:44CCI CB Long Testing
  7. 06:40CB Long Sound & Aim Observations
  8. 07:11.22LR vs. CB Long Sound Comparison
  9. 08:19CB Long Ammunition Cost Analysis
  10. 08:37CCI Quiet .22LR Testing
  11. 09:26CCI Quiet vs. CB Long Sound Comparison
  12. 10:41Ammunition Point of Impact Comparison Setup
  13. 11:17.22 Short Point of Impact Results
  14. 11:49CB Long Point of Impact Results
  15. 13:11CCI Quiet Point of Impact Results
  16. 14:24.22 Short Point of Impact Re-evaluation
  17. 15:23Aguila .22LR Comparison Test
  18. 16:07Winchester Super X .22LR Comparison Test
  19. 17:21Shotshell Spread Test (Close Range)
  20. 18:14Final Ammunition Comparison Summary

Frequently Asked Questions

How do CCI CB Longs compare in sound to other .22 ammunition?

CCI CB Long ammunition is notably quieter than .22 Shorts and standard .22LR rounds. With hearing protection, they sound similar to a BB gun, making them one of the quietest options tested.

What are the point of impact differences between .22LR and .22 Short ammunition?

The reviewer found that .22 Short ammunition, specifically Remington Golden Bullets, required aiming lower than .22LR to hit the same point. This suggests a different trajectory, possibly due to lighter bullet weight.

Are CCI .22LR shotshells effective for pest control?

At close range (around 10 feet), CCI .22LR shotshells showed some effectiveness against soda cans. However, their performance dropped significantly at longer distances (20-25 feet), and the reviewer deemed them inconsistent for pest control.

How does CCI Quiet .22LR compare to CCI CB Long in terms of noise?

CCI CB Long ammunition is considerably quieter than CCI Quiet .22LR. While both are significantly reduced in noise compared to standard .22LR, the CB Long offers an even more suppressed sound signature.

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