Rimfire

Throughout the years, Turkish firearms have fascinated me in the same way that LADA vehicles from Russia do - they’re typically simple, have straightforward engineering, and best of all, they’re incredibly affordable. Unfortunately, that price drop usually comes at the cost of long-term durability - just take a look at any one of our Turkish shotgun burn downs. However, occasionally, a Turkish firearm like the BRG9 Elite will surprise me with its level of reliability and durability, and thus, I like to try out what the manufacturers in Turkey are up to with their latest offerings. Today, we’re going to test out another example of that with the recently released TriStar Arms (KRAL Arms) KR-22 semi-auto rimfire rifle.

Most of you here will already know who TANDEMKROSS is, but today on TFB’s Behind The Gun Podcast, you’ll get a small peek behind the curtain at one of my favorite rimfire aftermarket parts manufacturers in the United States. Based in the small town of Weare, New Hampshire, TANDEMKROSS designs, manufactures, and ships all of its parts from its ever-growing facility. Today, they offer more than 250 individual parts for popular platforms like the Ruger PC Carbine, Ruger MK IV, Smith & Wesson Victory, and, of course, the Browning Buckmark series. What’s impressive is that in just the decade or so they’ve been in business, they’ve not only managed to carve a nice niche for themselves in the aftermarket space, but they’re also branching into manufacturing complete “10/22” style firearms completely made in their New Hampshire facility. Tune in to today’s episode to learn about all that and more from Alex Whiteside of TANDEMKROSS.

Hello and welcome back to another edition of The Rimfire Report! This week, we’re checking out Smith & Wesson's newest rimfire firearm, and an extension of their popular and well-renowned K-Frame revolver series - the Model 617 Mountain Gun. I first got my hands on a Model 617 a few months back at a media event, but now I’ve been able to take out the 617 for a proper range session, and I wanted to give you guys my first impressions on this new, beefy, rimfire wheel gun.

CZ adds a camo-clad member to the 457 family with the new 457 Hunter Veil, a lightweight rimfire built for small-game work and precise range sessions. The rifle blends dependable CZ mechanics with a modern Veil® Big Sky polymer stock finished in a soft-touch coating that both hides the shooter and provides a secure, weather-resistant grip designed for real field use.

Integrally suppressed firearms are an almost sub-niche within the niche that is firearm suppressors. Angstadt Arms is one of the few names in town that is actively producing not just one, but several different types of integrally suppressed firearms and standalone barrels, and today, they’re introducing the new Vanquish AR-22, which should be the perfect addition to any dedicated CMMG 22LR upper.

Hello and welcome back to another edition of The Rimfire Report! In this ongoing series, we’ve been spending a lot of range sessions testing out various loads of rimfire ammunition, ranging from run-of-the-mill bulk ammo to more obscure and specialized rimfire loads like 22 rat shot, 17HMR, and today, some underloved Remington 22WMR. This 40-grain load, like most other 22WMR offerings, is meant to be a more potent and potentially ethical varmint and small game hunting round. Today, we’ll use the Henry .22 Magnum Express rifle to test out this relatively affordable 22 Magnum offering from Remington.

Hello and welcome back to The Rimfire Report! Last time we talked about the Henry Golden Boy Rifle, and a lot of you reached out to say that it and its base model, the H001 lever-action rifle, are some of your favorites on the market. This week, I want to explore a logical extension of the rimfire Golden Boy family - the Golden Boy Revolver. Today, we’re going to check out what the glistening revolver has to offer, how it operates on the range, and, of course, a couple of my thoughts on its overall value to potential customers.

For decades, while the rest of the world has jumped on the Ruger 10/22’s coattails, Savage Arms has gone their own way with rifles like the Model 64 and, more recently, the A22 series. But now, they’ve just announced their own rifle that’s compatible with 10/22 mags. The new RXR22 has just debuted, and the pricing should appeal to a lot of shooters.

A statement that can be said over and over again: Shooting rimfire is great fun, and there are many good suppliers. Tippman Arms Co. LLC, from Fort Wayne, IN, is one of them, and in this Photo Of The Day, we get a look at some of their guns, with barrel lengths from 7” to 18”.

Hello and welcome back to another edition of The Rimfire Report! This ongoing series is, of course, all about the rimfire firearm world. Today, we’ll be covering a recently released firearm that I first got my hands on during a media event earlier this summer, hosted by Smith & Wesson at their Maryville, TN facility, as well as the Windrock Shooting Range and Training Center. There, we got to test out many of Smith’s new firearms, as well as some historical pieces from the personal collection of firearms historian Michael Helms. Of the rimfire offerings on display, two in particular stood out to me, with one of them being the M&P FPC 22LR. The rimfire variant of the very controversial M&P FPC 9mm, the FPC 22LR, has a lot of features that might appeal specifically to those who like to take a “backpack” gun with them on hikes, property checks, or even camping. Let's check out what it’s got to offer from the first 1,000 or so rounds I’ve fired through it.

Hello and welcome back to another edition of The Rimfire Report! This ongoing series is all about the rimfire firearm world, its many guns, shooting sports, and gear, as well as reviews on virtually anything and everything related to rimfire shooting. This week, I’m happy to announce that we’ll be getting back to some more firearm reviews, specifically with the help of the guys from Henry Repeating Arms. In the last couple of months, I’ve been using a variety of their rifles for most of our ammunition tests, and I’ve also been able to put some of their most common models through a lot of testing. One of the most well-loved Henry lever-action rimfire series of rifles is undoubtedly the Golden Boy Rifle. Today, we’ll take a closer look at this rifle, what it offers, and why shooters love it so much.

On today’s episode of TFB’s Behind the Gun podcast, I have the pleasure of bringing you two of the key players behind TANDEMKROSS - Alex Whiteside and Luke Diamond. Providing rimfire shooters like myself with all sorts of great aftermarket parts. TANDEMKROSS has been hard at work expanding their already extensive lineup of over 250 individual parts to include whole firearms now. With the introduction of the ADX receiver, TANDEMKROSS finally has the final piece for DIYers to build themselves a complete 10/22-style firearm, using only TK parts. Today we’ll chat about all that, as well as get a behind-the-scenes look at what both Luke Diamond and Alex Whiteside bring to the table for the team at TANDEMKROSS.

Hello and welcome back to another edition of The Rimfire Report! Back in May, Sam S filled in for me one week to give everyone a first look at the new formula Remington Standard V 38-grain ammunition. Sam did an excellent job demonstrating that the ammo is not only pretty inexpensive at about 8¢ per round, but had excellent reliability, if not simply lacking in the accuracy department. Today, we’re going to take a deep dive into this specific bulk ammunition in the hopes of exploring why this ammo might not be the Remington equivalent of CCI Standard that most of us are probably looking for. Let's dig into a good chunk of this box to see what the ammo is made of.

My friend asked me if he should get a Ruger 10/22 for “his kids”, as in for himself. His tricks may work with his wife, but a question like that is way too transparent for me. I remembered when I tried the Tippmann Arms M4-22 and suggested that instead.

Savage Arms has released the A22 and B Series Timber Tactical rimfire rifles, looking lovely in any of their combinations. These rifles feature an OD Green Laminate stock, designed to withstand tough conditions while maintaining traditional functionality. The stock includes a vertical grip for enhanced control during shooting and a rear hook for added stability. Dual forward sling studs provide versatile carrying options in the field, or if you prefer a bipod attachment at the front.

TriStar Arms has just released the KR22, a versatile .22 LR rifle built for target shooting, small-game hunting, and training. This lightweight, ergonomic rifle is said to deliver a perfect balance of comfort, speed, and accuracy, making it a go-to option for shooters of all skill levels. It’s also suppressor-ready, and you know how much I like shooting rimfire without any noise.

Hello and welcome back to another edition of The Rimfire Report! This ongoing series is all about the rimfire firearm world, its many guns, and, of course, all the other cool topics surrounding one of my all-time favorite cartridges. This week’s subject comes courtesy of yet another GunBroker Auction gun that sparked a bit of digging. When it comes to rimfire rifles with true historical character, the Beretta Olympia .22LR is an almost entirely unique firearm when compared to today’s world of semi-auto plinkers. The Olympia’s claim to fame is its ability to function as both a semi-automatic and a bolt-action rifle, giving shooters two ways to train all contained within one very handsome “classical target weapon.”

Welcome back to The Rimfire Report, our weekly article series dedicated to everything related to the rimfire primer/ignition design. One of the most iconic rimfire rifles is no doubt the Ruger 10/22. In production since 1964, this semi-automatic rimfire rifle has been a tremendous success for the company. Millions of Ruger 10/22s have been produced over the past 61 years, and Ruger continues to introduce new models, as well as exclusive versions available only through specific distributors. In this edition of The Rimfire Report, we’ll take a look at the seven newest distributor-exclusive Ruger 10/22 rifles.

The firearms market in 2025 is a dynamic landscape, shaped by economic pressures, supply chain challenges, and evolving consumer preferences. One of the most significant factors impacting shooters today is the soaring cost of ammunition. Centerfire rounds, such as 9mm, 5.56, and .308 Winchester, have seen dramatic price increases due to raw material shortages, inflation, and high demand. For many enthusiasts, the expense of ammo has made frequent range trips or extended shooting sessions less accessible, pushing shooters to seek cost-effective alternatives without sacrificing the joy of the sport.

Photo Of The Day, and we’re going back to recreational target shooting in the style of 5 shots at the black dot at 25 meters, trying to hit the center of the 10. 5 shots within 4 or 5 minutes, so far away from dynamic shooting on the move, fast double taps and moving targets. Almost like yoga, but with shooting.

Hello and welcome back to another edition of The Rimfire Report! This ongoing series is all about the rimfire firearm world and all of its great guns, history, shooting sports, and, of course, ammunition! A few people asked me last week to test out the  CCI 22 Shot Shell in some ballistic gelatin, and it just so happens that I’ve had a  Clear Ballistics Gummy Bear target sitting around in my shop for a while, not exactly sure what to shoot it with. Today, we’ll be testing out the CCI 22 Shot Shell in the ballistics gel to hopefully demonstrate to you the terminal effectiveness of this unique cartridge..

Hello and welcome back to another edition of The Rimfire Report! This ongoing series is all about the rimfire firearm world and all of its great guns, history, shooting sports, and, of course, ammunition! This week, we’re checking out a favorite of mine - CCI 22 Shot Shell. This miniaturized shotgun shell is primarily intended for close quarters pest control and over the years has been colloquially referred to as Rat Shot, Snake Shot, Bird Shot, or even Dust Shot. What you call this stuff is likely regionally tied to its most common use in your neck of the woods. Today, we’ll take a closer examination of the CCI 22 Shot Shell in the hopes of giving this underrated and often overlooked cartridge some extra love.

Handguns are most commonly used for self-defense purposes, but they’re also quite capable for hunting usage, as long as you get the right tool for the job. If you live in an area where handgun hunting is legal, here’s a guide to what pistols and revolvers you might consider if you’re chasing smaller animals.

More rimfire and fold-ability for the People! Smith & Wesson has released the M&P FPC 22LR folding rifle and the M&P22X pistol, both chambered in .22 Long Rifle. The M&P FPC 22LR and M&P22X share magazines and offer suppressor-ready features.

Two weeks ago, on The Rimfire Report, we took a pre-range look at the new Binary-Equipped Franklin Armory F-22 pistol. From the list of specifications and features, I concluded that this particular entry into the firearms market was meant specifically for those who are frustrated with 10/22 builds that aren’t capitalizing on the fun you can have with the  Franklin BFS III 22-C1 Binary Trigger. Over the last two weeks, I’ve had a couple of range trips with the new binary-equipped pistol, and today we’ll be going over what I’ve observed through about 1,500 rounds of mixed .22LR ammunition.

Hello and welcome back to another edition of The Rimfire Report! This ongoing series is all about the rimfire firearm world and all of its different guns, gear, ammo, and shooting sports! Today we’re going to be checking out a specific .22LR ammunition that I know has been the subject of a lot of debate over the years - Remington Golden Bullet .22LR. Remington’s frontline budget .22LR load has historically been the subject of mixed, if not outright negative, discussions when it comes to reliability and overall cleanliness. I’ve recently had the opportunity to pick up a couple of boxes of Remington’s revamped Golden Bullet .36 grain line, and today we’ll be going over my experiences with it so far in a few different firearms.

MDT Sporting Goods has expanded the ACC Premier GEN2 chassis lineup to include compatibility with Ruger 10/22 and Volquartsen rimfire rifles. This chassis offers precision shooters a robust, modular platform designed for rimfire competition and performance.

If you want to put in more target practice but ammo availability and pricing have got you down, then Retay Arms has a new semi-auto pistol that might do the job for you. Their new RXP22 has just started shipping, and like the name implies, it’s chambered in the affordable .22LR.

Hello and welcome back to another edition of The Rimfire Report! This ongoing series is all about the rimfire firearm world and all of its cool guns, ammo, shooting sports, and history. Today, we’re going to take a look at the recently released Franklin Armory Binary-Equipped F22 Pistol. This series is meant to give the end user a quick and easy way to the fun that binary triggers bring to a plinking day. Franklin Armory offered me the chance to check out the new series, and out of the two, I decided to check out the pistol. Today, I’ll walk you guys through a broad overview of the pistol before we take it to the range and see how it handles.