r/canadaguns • u/Putrid-Bass-6061 • Mar 07 '26

Buy recommendations First range day .22 questions

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Hey guys,

Went to the range for the first time a few days ago. Shot 200 rounds of CCI mini mag and then another 100 Aguila Interceptors through my Ruger 10/22. Overall it was a blast.

Now I’m looking to grab some bulk ammo for .22. Considering CCI Blazer as they run cheaper then mini mag but I wanna know what you guys prefer? Price, reliability, how dirty it runs, whatever drop your favourites.

Also, anywhere I could get a mag/speed loader for my BX-25 mags in the GTA? Please let me know!

Thanks.

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u/No_Win_9797 Mar 07 '26

Aguila for me, high velocity in the bolt action is more precise and standard velocity on the semi auto (savage 64, and mark ii) I got 2000 rounds from gotenda.com for $150 They also have a flat rate of $25 for shipping They have an entire BULK AMMO section Otherwise if I’m willing to spend the money, CCI STANDARD VELOCITY is top notch for precision grouse hunting Happy shooting!

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u/Putrid-Bass-6061 Mar 07 '26

Not that I know much but from my limited experience i think Aguila runs dirtier than cci i have yet to experience with federal or other brands. Thank you though.

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u/No_Win_9797 Mar 07 '26

I’ll agree with that But all 22lr is dirty, they use cellulose as filler and maybe 70-75% of the powder is burnt up in shooting them. Running a semi auto you’d expect to maybe get 500rnds before needing a full take down and deep clean but that’s standard for most all 22lr semis. On the side of affordability I lean towards the Mexican made ammo, Aguila. It runs 100% reliability. Cci, while cleaner, is more expensive and I’ve had (very few, but more than zero) light primer strikes/misfires

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u/Putrid-Bass-6061 Mar 07 '26

Ah yes I experienced this also in the 200 rounds of cci mini mag I put through I had one that didn’t go off. Left me very confused for a moment lol.