where to buy 22 Hornet ammo/bullets?

[Mr. Friendly]

I'm seriously thinking of getting a CZ 527 FS in 22 Hornet, but I want to know where I can source the reloading parts as I can't say I've ever seen them when I've been in stores (WSS and Grouse River for instance).

thanks!

 

[cdnredneck_t3]

I found a set of dies and a few bags of Remington brass at WSS in Lethbridge. I would think Jerry (Mysticplayer) could order you anything you need.

 

[KDX]

I've read a little about it lately and it seems to be pretty interesting.

 

[vagrantviking]

Any gunshop with an average selection will have everything you need except maybe the dies and every maker does dies for the Hornet so anyone can order some in for you.

You will have very little trouble finding any parts you need. And I would bet most places will probably have a box or 2 of ammo back in the corner some place. Might not always be your favorite brand though...

 

[SandRoad]

Bullets are standard diameter, 0.224" but typically you use lighter weights. 35gr to 45gr. Most modern rifles chambered for the Hornet will stabilize a 55gr because they use a 1:14" twist barrel, but the small case capacity will mean velocity is very low. Barrels with a 1:16" twist will typically only stabilize up to a 45 or 50gr bullet.

Also consider a K-Hornet. It is the Hornet with a sharper shoulder, extending case life. You can get a gunsmith to ream out a Hornet chambered gun to the K-Hornet. A K-Hornet can still fire regular Hornet ammo, with little to no lose in accuracy, and it will give you the the fire formed cases you need for reloading.

Reloading dies? I use Lee, but have polished the inside sizing die with Flitz. (you can also use JB, but it takes longer). Flitz on a bore mop in a cordless drill for about a minute or so. Hornady, RCBS, Redding, etc, make K-Hornet dies.

 

[CyaN1de]

40gr V-Max work great in my 22 Hornet M6 Scout

 

[ben hunchak]

I agree with Sandroad, the Hornet case design is not conducive to best performance, including headspace, case durability, etc. The K-Hornet is a much better design and worth the effort,IMHO

 

[tjhaile]

Is there any problem with feeding K-Hornet cases from a CZ .22 Hornet magazine?

 

[iceman2]

I just bought some hornet brass and 35gr vmax from Higginson powders.

 

[colt45cz75]

The 35 gr VMax is a far better choice in the 527 hornet because of the fairly short mag box. 40gr have to be single loaded, which can be a pain in the ass in a hot gopher patch. Accuracy is excellent with Lil gun powder.