222 rem & 12 twist barrel

[Screamer]

I have a 40x stainless barrel laying around in .223 12twist. I'm debating on having it rechambered to 222. I know the 222 was designed around a 14 twist barrel. Would like any thoughts on pros & cons of using a 12 twist barrel in this caliber. Thanks

 

[th82457]

I think it should work just fine. Should handle 40 - 55 grain bullets well and the .222 should show some accuracy gain over the .223 if chambered properly. I just had a .221 built last year with a 1:12 twist Shilen and it shoots 40-50 grain bullets extremely well with the right load combinations. Good Luck

 

[JohnHenry]

A 1 in 12" twist will give you the capability to shoot the 53 grain V-max if you choose.

 

[Phil]

Nothing wrong with it, if i was going to build a .222 i`d use a 12 or 13 twist barrel myself.....


Phil.

 

[jghoghunter]

I just built one with a McGowen 1-12 and shoots the 52 smk really well and shoots JLK 60 grainers relatively well.

 

[Catfish]

The 12 twist should shoot anything from 55 gr bullets down real well.

 

[GSRswapandslow]

i have a 12 twist going on my 222...specifically wanting to shoot 53gr vmax

 

[Berger.Fan222]

53 VMAX is a good bullet. I've seen it shot in F-Class at 600 yards.