Frankly, I just don't see it a big jump over the .22WMR. Energy and Velocity are better but when it comes to bucking wind and killing at range. 25grn pills just aren't made to make it downtown, factor in bullet weight and diameter (Taylor Factor) and the .17WSMR lacks behind the .22WMR.

I do think it's neat that they are utilizing a power-driver case.

It's a jump over the other rimfires, but a huge jump? Not so much.