Barnes Load Data in Caliber .222 Rem.
Barnes
Barnes Bullets, established in 1932 by Fred Barnes in Bayfield, Colorado, has grown to become a prominent name in the ammunition industry, particularly noted for its high-quality and innovative bullet designs. Initially, the company specialized in creating custom-made bullets, tailored to meet the specific needs of individual shooters. This meticulous attention to detail and commitment to quality quickly earned Barnes a reputation for producing some of the finest bullets available. In 1974, the company was sold to Randy Brooks, who continued to innovate, leading to the development of Barnes' s ...
.222 Rem.
Introduced by Remington in 1950, the .222 Remington marked a watershed moment for varmint hunting and precision small-bore shooting. This rimless, bottleneck cartridge was designed to drive light, aerodynamic bullets at high speed from compact rifles, delivering a flat trajectory with modest recoil. In the decades that followed, it earned a reputation for accuracy and efficiency, becoming a staple for field and target shooters and reloaders who prized dependable performance and broad component availability. It stood alongside early competitors and, despite the rise of the .223 Remington, remai ...
