Question about a 22 mag cylinder.

**bripro** · November 27th, 2008, 01:52 AM

I just bought a heritage 22/22 mag. It came with two cylinders. One 22lr and one 22 mag. My question is why cant I just shoot the 22lr out of the mag cylinder? Its not like I have to change cylinders on my 357 when I shoot 38s. Is the second cylinder necessary or is it just a gimmick to make the deal seem sweeter?Thanks,Brian

**Meanoldd** · November 27th, 2008, 07:18 AM

The case of a 22 mag. is larger in diameter .240 vs .223 as well as longer than the 22lr. A 357 magnum uses the same diameter case as the 38 special only longer.

**bripro** · November 27th, 2008, 08:43 AM

Thank you.

**Xringshooter** · November 27th, 2008, 10:00 PM

In theory you can, however the accuracy will be terrible, the cases will split, and you'll have a hell of a time getting the spent cases out. That's why you get 2 different cylinders.

**tl_3237** · November 28th, 2008, 10:52 PM

not only will your cases split but you'll get keyholes in the target.

Also potential blowback it the small diam LR cartridge doesn;t seal in the oversized chamber.