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cjwils · November 2, 2011, 07:34 PM

Sorry about the long delay in responding; I've been distracted. I agree with Magnum Wheel Man that the Aguila Colibris are the lowest pressure loads, and are the best choice for an antique 22, if your chambers are long enough. Unfortunately, Colibris use a long/long rifle cartridge case, and are too long for an old gun that is specifically chambered for 22 shorts. As an alternative to CCI CB shorts, I have used RWS BB caps, but they are more difficult to find and are more expensive.

November 2, 2011, 07:34 PM	#11
cjwils Senior Member Join Date: November 28, 2010 Location: Washington state Posts: 401	Sorry about the long delay in responding; I've been distracted. I agree with Magnum Wheel Man that the Aguila Colibris are the lowest pressure loads, and are the best choice for an antique 22, if your chambers are long enough. Unfortunately, Colibris use a long/long rifle cartridge case, and are too long for an old gun that is specifically chambered for 22 shorts. As an alternative to CCI CB shorts, I have used RWS BB caps, but they are more difficult to find and are more expensive.