Rimfire Ammo You Can Shoot at Home | American Handgunner Insider

Published on August 7, 2024
Duration: 7:10

This video explores the Aguila Super Colibri .22 rimfire ammunition as a viable option for safe home shooting in legal areas like basements or garages. While extremely low-powered at 450 fps and 9 ft-lb of energy, it's suitable for target practice and pest control. It requires manual cycling in semi-automatic firearms and is best used with handguns to avoid bullet lodging in longer barrels. A suppressed setup with a Smith & Wesson M&P 22 Compact is highlighted for its quiet operation.

Quick Summary

Aguila Super Colibri is a low-power .22 rimfire round (450 fps, 9 ft-lb) suitable for home shooting. It will not cycle semi-automatic firearms and is best used in handguns to avoid barrel obstruction. Regular cleaning is needed due to lead bullet leading.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Intro: Shooting Rimfire Ammo at Home
  2. 00:30Aguila Super Colibri Overview
  3. 01:00Super Colibri Specs: 20 Grain, 450 FPS
  4. 01:58Ballistic Energy Comparison
  5. 03:58Why It Won't Cycle Semi-Autos
  6. 04:44Barrel Length & Leading Warnings
  7. 05:45Best Suppressed Setup: S&W M&P 22
  8. 06:24Availability & Conclusion

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I shoot Aguila Super Colibri .22 rimfire ammo at home?

Yes, Aguila Super Colibri is designed for safe home shooting in legal areas like basements, garages, or backyards. Its extremely low power (450 fps, 9 ft-lb) makes it suitable for these environments, but always ensure local laws permit shooting.

Will Aguila Super Colibri cycle my semi-automatic pistol or rifle?

No, Aguila Super Colibri ammunition is too low-powered to cycle the action of semi-automatic firearms. You will need to manually rack the slide or bolt after each shot, making it best suited for single-shot or manual-action firearms.

What are the main safety concerns with Aguila Super Colibri ammo?

The primary concerns are bullet lodging in long rifle barrels due to low velocity and potential barrel leading from the lead bullet. It's recommended to use handguns and clean firearms regularly after shooting this ammunition.

What is the recommended firearm setup for Aguila Super Colibri?

A suppressed handgun, like the Smith & Wesson M&P 22 Compact with a SilencerCo Sparrow suppressor, is ideal. This setup makes the shooting experience exceptionally quiet, with only the internal firearm action being audible.

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