Wow, can't make up my mind. I usually don't ask opionions like this but thought maybe somebody thought of something I didn't. I know I can do what I want to do with either. Long range killing any varmits I decide too.

After studying the Reloading data, it appears, I can reach 4K FPS with 29gr of powder with a 204ruger where with a22-250, it would take me near 40gr. I have alot more choice of bullets with a 22-250, but the claim is the more bearing surface and powder of the 22-250 limits the life of a barrel than the 204. I hate burning out barrels in just 2 years. But I am doing this on an encore, and if I do burn the barrel, its really not that big a deal to buy another.

I have shot both and seen both more than enought accurate.

I was kinda surprised to find the 204 brass being so reasonable around. About the same as 22-250. I got my brother a 204 and it was a tack driver with factory ammo.

Another down side of the 204 is I need new funnels, new cleaning rods and jags.

Did I forget anything?