Understanding the .22 WMR Cartridge What is .22 WMR? Imagine walking alone at night, the shadows lengthening as you move. A sudden threat emerges. Your heart pounds, and you need a way to protect yourself. In such critical moments, self-defense becomes paramount, a fundamental right to safeguard your life. But which self-defense tools provide the … Read more
Understanding the .22 WMR Cartridge History and Development The crisp air of the early morning, the rustle of leaves underfoot, and the anticipation that hangs heavy in the stillness. For those who savor the art of precision shooting and appreciate the potent combination of accuracy and power in a compact package, the .22 Winchester Magnum … Read more
A Journey into the Past: The Genesis of a Cartridge Are you among those who find themselves slightly bewildered by the seemingly interchangeable terms “.22 WMR” and “.22 Magnum”? The world of firearms can sometimes feel like a sea of confusing jargon and acronyms, and the case of these two cartridges is no exception. Many … Read more
Getting to Know the Bullet: Specifications and Features Bullet Weight At its core, the defining characteristic is, of course, its weight. The Federal 50 Gr 22 WMR boasts a 50-grain projectile. This weight is towards the heavier side of the spectrum for .22 WMR loads, offering a potential advantage in terms of retained energy downrange … Read more
Understanding the .22 WMR Cartridge The .22 WMR is a fascinating round, a direct descendant of the .22 Long Rifle (.22 LR) but with a significant boost in power. Developed by Winchester in the late 1950s, the .22 WMR was designed to offer improved ballistics compared to its .22 LR counterpart. This enhancement comes from … Read more
