With the current State of the hobby

[OklaTom]

As I had never researched any of this, I did not know that the bullets would deform when pulling them, though it makes sense.  But I wonder if some headscratching might come up with a tool that could pull them without damage?  Impact puller modified for .22??

I am not sure I would want to try an impact (kinetic) bullet puller on any rimfire cartridge. They work by trapping the front of the rim in a metal collet to stop the case from slamming forward when you strike. Striking the rim from the front would likely be as dangerous as striking it from the rear.

[Abilene]

Well, the Darwin awards for 2021 remain to be determined. 

[bear tooth billy]

Bryan, would you tell us how you pull them SAFELY, if you're deforming
them I assume a vice-grip or something. For safety for everyone could
you explain your process.  Thanks


                              BTB

[OklaTom]

Bryan, would you tell us how you pull them SAFELY, if you're deforming
them I assume a vice-grip or something. For safety for everyone could
you explain your process.  Thanks


                              BTB

I have a 22 RF shell holder. I put it in my press, a cartridge in the shell holder, then pop the bullet out with pliers.

[DeaconKC]

With the priming compound in the rim of the 22 cartridge, I wouldn't want to try an impact puller that holds the cartridge by the rim.

[ira scott]

With the priming compound in the rim of the 22 cartridge, I wouldn't want to try an impact puller that holds the cartridge by the rim.

You are in total agreement with Bryan 4 posts back!

B.N.Scotty

[Johnson Barr]

   The critical bullet deformation occurs when the factory bullet is pulled from factory .22 cases. The factory roll crimp cuts into the bullet heel and when the bullet is pulled, the heel is reduced in diameter too much to be reloaded. In fact it is necessary to use a case mouth expander to open the factory case mouth crimp to load and crimp fresh cast bullets.   
   The most amazing thing about shooting BP .22's is the impressive 'Boom' and considerably more fire and smoke than you might imagine. I use a Kirst Konvertor cylinder and barrel sleeve in my .31 '49 Pocket and .36  '62 Pocket Navy with grand results. Being partial to the 'Shooting Strange' concept, I have used the converted pistols and hand loaded .22BP rounds as my main match revolver at monthly Berger matches. Quite a sight to see and hear.

[ira scott]

You, and your sidekick Bryan are always "a sight to see and hear",  no matter what you are shooting!

B.N.Scotty

[OklaTom]

You, and your sidekick Bryan are always "a sight to see and hear",  no matter what you are shooting!

B.N.Scotty

Especially when using my 11" Howdah 20 ga?

[Dusty Tagalon]

I have enough loaded & components , won't need to drop to 22. Arms /ammo, can compete this year without reloading. 400 large pistol, 1000 small pistol takes me out 2 years.
Brian

[ira scott]

"Especially when using my 11" Howrah 20 ga",  and wearing a Kilt!

B.N.Scotty

[OklaTom]

"Especially when using my 11" Howrah 20 ga",  and wearing a Kilt!

B.N.Scotty

True, true... 

[bear tooth billy]

Made a road trip yesterday morning, first stop Cabela's in Prarie Du Chein,
got there about 10:15. I went directly to the ammo section and they had 3
bricks of Federal small pistol primers. the guy said they had 7 when they
opened at 9. I bought 1(the limit) and a guy behind me bought 1. So they
were sold out by 11. But very happy (thrilled in these times) to get a brick
for $45. They are going for $400 on Gunbroker  NUTS!!!


               BTB

[Major 2]

Yep.... $400 + ....its  larceny

[Silver Creek Slim]

Made a road trip yesterday morning, first stop Cabela's in Prarie Du Chein,
got there about 10:15. I went directly to the ammo section and they had 3
bricks of Federal small pistol primers. the guy said they had 7 when they
opened at 9. I bought 1(the limit) and a guy behind me bought 1. So they
were sold out by 11. But very happy (thrilled in these times) to get a brick
for $45. They are going for $400 on Gunbroker  NUTS!!!


               BTB

$45 for a brick is good.

I'm looking for large rifle primers for my Krag.

Slim

[Robert Swartz]

Made a road trip yesterday morning, first stop Cabela's in Prarie Du Chein,
got there about 10:15. I went directly to the ammo section and they had 3
bricks of Federal small pistol primers. the guy said they had 7 when they
opened at 9. I bought 1(the limit) and a guy behind me bought 1. So they
were sold out by 11. But very happy (thrilled in these times) to get a brick
for $45. They are going for $400 on Gunbroker  NUTS!!!


               BTB

...yeah and I hear buddies worrying that the whole gun industry is going to be shutdown. So, expect the speculators and hoarders to really go into high gear.

[Cliff Fendley]

Made a road trip yesterday morning, first stop Cabela's in Prarie Du Chein,
got there about 10:15. I went directly to the ammo section and they had 3
bricks of Federal small pistol primers. the guy said they had 7 when they
opened at 9. I bought 1(the limit) and a guy behind me bought 1. So they
were sold out by 11. But very happy (thrilled in these times) to get a brick
for $45. They are going for $400 on Gunbroker  NUTS!!!


               BTB

Nice score during these times