GUNTALK S1: Rimfire Review, Pt 4

Published on April 29, 2011
Duration: 4:40

This video highlights the benefits of rimfire firearms as training tools, emphasizing their low recoil and noise for practicing marksmanship fundamentals. It compares a Sig Sauer 1911-22 to a .45 ACP 1911 and a Smith & Wesson M&P15-22 to a .223 AR-15, demonstrating how rimfire equivalents allow for more practice and better identification of shooting faults. The content underscores rimfire's value for serious training and fun shooting due to its affordability.

Quick Summary

Rimfire firearms are highly effective training tools due to their low recoil and noise, allowing shooters to focus on fundamental marksmanship without being masked by heavy recoil. Models like the Sig Sauer 1911-22 and S&W M&P15-22 offer realistic handling for practicing with their centerfire counterparts, all while providing exceptional value with cost-effective ammunition.

Chapters

  1. 00:24Recoil Hides Shooting Faults
  2. 00:33Rimfire as a Training Tool
  3. 00:40Sig Sauer 1911-22 Review
  4. 01:061911 Recoil Comparison
  5. 01:18Shooting the 1911-22
  6. 02:07AR-15 Rimfire Training
  7. 02:25S&W M&P15-22 Review
  8. 02:51AR-15 Rimfire Shooting Experience
  9. 03:02Fun of Shooting Rimfire
  10. 03:18History and Popularity of Rimfire
  11. 03:30Rimfire Ammunition Variety
  12. 03:58Rimfire Value and Training

Frequently Asked Questions

Why are rimfire firearms considered good training tools?

Rimfire firearms, especially in .22LR, are excellent training tools because their low recoil and minimal noise allow shooters to focus on fundamental marksmanship skills like sight alignment and trigger control without being distracted or developing bad habits due to heavy recoil.

What is the advantage of using a .22LR 1911-style pistol for training?

Using a .22LR 1911-style pistol, such as the Sig Sauer 1911-22, allows shooters to practice the manual of arms, grip, and trigger press associated with a full-size 1911 without the significant recoil and noise of a centerfire caliber, making practice more accessible and effective.

How does rimfire ammunition compare in cost to centerfire?

Rimfire ammunition, particularly .22LR, is exceptionally cost-effective, often costing pennies per round. This affordability makes it the best shooting value available, enabling shooters to practice significantly more for the same budget compared to centerfire calibers.

Can rimfire firearms help identify shooting faults?

Yes, the low recoil of rimfire firearms means they don't mask shooting faults as much as full-caliber guns do. This allows shooters to more easily see and correct issues like flinching, improper grip, or poor trigger control, leading to faster improvement.

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