Testing the Ruger LCP II with Remington Thunderturd!!! Errr… Thunderbolt! Am I Crazy??

Published on February 26, 2024
Duration: 5:46

This video tests the reliability of Remington Thunderbolt .22 LR ammunition in a stock Ruger LCP II. The reviewer found that despite Thunderbolt's reputation for being low-quality, it performed reliably in the LCP II, even with rounded nose projectiles. The test involved approximately 65 rounds of Thunderbolt, with no reported jams or stoppages.

Quick Summary

Remington Thunderbolt .22 LR ammunition, often criticized for quality, demonstrated surprising reliability in a stock Ruger LCP II. The reviewer found that rounded nose projectiles and velocities around 1200 fps or higher performed well, even outperforming Winchester M22 in this specific firearm.

Chapters

  1. 00:01Introduction & Camera Angle
  2. 00:05Ruger LCP II & Science Experiment
  3. 00:11Remington Thunderbolt Ammo
  4. 00:26Testing Thunderbolt in LCP II
  5. 00:32LCP II Stock Springs & Round Count
  6. 00:56First Shots with Thunderbolt
  7. 01:05Magazine Count & Expectations
  8. 01:13Thunderbolt's Reputation vs. Reality
  9. 01:27Pre-COVID Thunderbolt Pricing
  10. 01:43Current Thunderbolt Pricing
  11. 01:56Potential Thunderbolt Issues
  12. 02:01Initial 20 Rounds Fired
  13. 02:28Testing Another 20 Rounds
  14. 02:31Opinions on Thunderbolt Ammo
  15. 02:42Thunderbolt vs. Winchester White Box
  16. 03:02Winchester M22 Issues
  17. 03:13M22 vs. Thunderbolt in LCP II
  18. 03:26Final 25 Rounds
  19. 03:47Reliability Check
  20. 04:00Headstamp Verification
  21. 04:11Total Rounds Fired & Performance
  22. 04:25Last Five Rounds Test
  23. 04:36Final Thoughts on Thunderbolt
  24. 04:44Thunderbolt Not 'Crappy' Ammo
  25. 04:53LCP II Performance Summary
  26. 05:05Best Ammo Types for LCP II
  27. 05:13Projectile Nose Shape Importance
  28. 05:23Velocity Range for LCP II
  29. 05:3165 Rounds of Thunderbolt Test
  30. 05:34Conclusion & Thanks

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Remington Thunderbolt .22 LR ammunition reliable in a Ruger LCP II?

Yes, the reviewer found Remington Thunderbolt .22 LR ammunition to be surprisingly reliable in a stock Ruger LCP II. Despite its reputation, the ammunition cycled without jams or stoppages during the test, even with rounded nose projectiles.

What is the general reputation of Remington Thunderbolt .22 LR ammunition?

Remington Thunderbolt .22 LR ammunition is often perceived as low-quality or 'crappy' by many shooters. However, this video suggests that its reliability can be acceptable, especially in certain firearms like the Ruger LCP II.

What factors contribute to reliable feeding of .22 LR ammunition in a Ruger LCP II?

The reviewer noted that rounded nose projectiles, whether hollow points or not, tend to feed reliably in the Ruger LCP II. Ammunition with velocities around 1200 feet per second or higher also performed well.

How does Remington Thunderbolt compare to other budget .22 LR ammunition like Winchester M22?

In the reviewer's experience with a Ruger LCP II, Remington Thunderbolt proved to be more reliable than Winchester M22. The M22 ammunition caused more issues in the LCP II than the Thunderbolt, which is often considered a lower-tier option.

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