This is the .117 vs .22 question frequently asked. But I am only interested in the distinction for shooting a springer (15-17 fpe) at a known distance of 50 yards with wind generally around 10 mph with reasonable wind shelter. I don't hunt or shoot FT competition. So the the "mortar" trajectory of the .22 I don't think is an issue? Under these conditions I don't see a holdover problem. Just dial in the scope for 50 yards. The .177 is faster and flatter, but much lighter. The .22 will be in the wind longer but carrying more weight and perhaps more terminal energy. Under these conditions would the .22 be a better choice for bucking the wind, or would the .177 flatter, faster shooting pellet in the heavier .177 be better in the wind? I'm just killing evil paper from the bench for my own amazement.
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A good springer is always worth it. As far as caliber goes,, tgat really depends on the gun. Whats your budget?
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I don’t have a problem using a 15ftlb .22 springer for field target.
At 50 yards the drop isn’t that much, and if you are just shooting targets like you stated the “BIG” drop isn’t an issue.
I would buy a .22, hands down no questions asked. Shoot a 14-18 grain pellet, it will be much better in the wind than .177, and it will be more capable if you do one day decide to hunt.
At 50 yards the drop isn’t that much, and if you are just shooting targets like you stated the “BIG” drop isn’t an issue.
I would buy a .22, hands down no questions asked. Shoot a 14-18 grain pellet, it will be much better in the wind than .177, and it will be more capable if you do one day decide to hunt.
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I would vote for 22. The flatter trajectory of the 177 is to your advantage shooting multiple/estimated ranges where it is going to be more forgiving of slight miscalculation. At a fixed, known distance I would take the 22 for the wind advantage you mentioned.
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I find a .177 and .22 is handy. Just some days that little extra the .22 offers helps . Especially wind push days ..
Just some days gotta park the .177 and go .22 is all... Then I do shoot the .177 most .. lol. It's just nice to have each to use or just swap out ... Lol..idk..lol
Just some days gotta park the .177 and go .22 is all... Then I do shoot the .177 most .. lol. It's just nice to have each to use or just swap out ... Lol..idk..lol
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I was shooting my .22 cal AA Prosport yesterday at 50 yards. Weather report said 15mph wind with gusts to 25. I was using some old Benjamin hollow point pellets and had no problem with wind drift.
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For your uses, I believe it makes no difference. Yes, the .177 will be flatter, but you're shooting at known distances, so you just hold or adjust for it. If your uses included FT, hunting or pesting where range estimation is required, then I'd go with the .177. Just my opinion, and my wife days I'm always wrong.
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Thanks for the comments. It seemed to me the .22 is a better choice for a fixed 50 yard distance which is what I was thinking but wanted some input from folks with experience.
shambozzie what program are you using?
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At 50 yards a .177 pellet will zip right through a soup can. A .22 pellet will hit the same can like a hammer, usually with a big dent and a hole on one side.
So the obvious answer is to stop shooting paper and step up to soup cans!
So the obvious answer is to stop shooting paper and step up to soup cans!
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.20 ain't bad except if your in a pinch or something your not running in to Walmart to buy any like .177 or .22 walk-in everyday cheap To go shoot at your convenience .. I try to avoid "specialty " items and I shoot for my convenance, not the guns ..
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Campbell’s soup is one of the best lunches on the planet! A sandwich and a can of soup makes a great lunch! The can is a bonus for eating a frugal and healthy lunch.But what did the Campbells every do to me to deserve such abuse
They make great targets. Hang them with para cord and they always come back to zero.
Poke a hole in the can for the para cord. Tie a a surgeon’s knot in the para cord, easy to undo and makes a huge knot.
Hang them horizontally and vertically for different target aspects.
They get more and more challenging as they deteriorate from shots.
Try and shoot them in half, that is the most challenging and puts lame paper to shame.
Give them a try, they are a hoot to shoot!
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