Thinking of building a 22 Nosler

[303hunter]

I'm thinking of building a 22 Nosler upper. The performance numbers of this cartridge are almost at 22-250 levels. There's an article in this months American Rifleman, and it's impressive. What are your thoughts on the 22 Nosler?

 

[Daleo8803]

A very interesting chambering. I don't have a reason for it but it's definitely moving!!

 

[303hunter]

A very interesting chambering. I don't have a reason for it but it's definitely moving!!

I don't have a reason for it either, but that hasn't stopped me yet!!

 

[Ikarus1]

Are you a reloader? If not, then I would suggest getting something you can find on the shelf.

 

[303hunter]

Are you a reloader? If not, then I would suggest getting something you can find on the shelf.

Yes I've been reloading for 20+ years, and I see a bunch of potential in this cartridge. Midway already has Nosler brass in stock, and the bullets, primers, and powders I've got already will work with it.

I've also read that you can have an existing 223/556 barrel re chambered for 22 Nosler, but that might cost as much as a new barrel. ARP has a 20" melonite barrel for $200.

 

[Daleo8803]

Do it! Lol it would be a fun caliber to play with.

 

[303hunter]

Do it! Lol it would be a fun caliber to play with.

Just checked, and Midway has 18" stainless barrels for $140. They also have several brands of dies in stock. I've already got a Toolcraft BCG itching for a home!

 

[SimpleMan]

Are you a reloader? If not, then I would suggest getting something you can find on the shelf.

I was in Cabela's in Fort Mill yesterday and they had this caliber on the shelf.

 

[Toprudder]

I saw the same article, and it has me interested in a 22 Nosler build as well.

 

[303hunter]

I saw the same article, and it has me interested in a 22 Nosler build as well.

I'll probably go with the ARP barrel, the AR Stoner from midway has mediocre reviews. I've got some Federal Fusion 62 grain bonded projectiles that I think would be good deer medicine with this cartridge.

 

[Ikarus1]

Yep Fusion 62s with more powder should be a winner

 

[Toprudder]

I'll probably go with the ARP barrel, the AR Stoner from midway has mediocre reviews. I've got some Federal Fusion 62 grain bonded projectiles that I think would be good deer medicine with this cartridge.

Yeah, I saw the reviews for that. I would rather spend double to get a good, accurate barrel. Otherwise, why bother.

 

[dewey]

working on one now, need the bcg, charging handle and a stock assy. used the 20" arp as well, I was curious as well after reading the American rifleman review.

 

[303hunter]

working on one now, need the bcg, charging handle and a stock assy. used the 20" arp as well, I was curious as well after reading the American rifleman review.

I just ordered my ARP barrel, and there are 7 left in stock. Harrison, the owner says it will probably be next year before he gets any more, so y'all better move quick if you want one.

 

[303hunter]

This is my build so far: ARP 20" barrel, Aero upper, Toolcraft NIB BCG, SLR Sentry 7 adjustable gas block, UTG Pro slim 13" handguard, and Minox ZV3 4.5-14x44 scope with Redfield mount.

Lower is an Eagle Arms from the 90's that I've had for a long time. It's got an EFX stock(rifle buffer system), Rock River NM 2 stage trigger with JP yellow springs. Trigger has been tuned for a 3 pound pull.

I started putting the upper together yesterday, but realized I was out of barrel nut shims, which are required with the UTG slim. Should have it ready in a few days though.