I have always preferred the heavier caliber's, and the heavy for caliber bullets. I have not shot any of the high energy loads, because I handload. But I do not blame anyone for using the high energy loads. The reason why I responded is because I was wondering where all the 22 Hornet guys were at. I am a bit surpirsed you have not been flamed for preferring a heavier load. Blast away. Tom.