Rimfire Ammunition Buying Guide
Shop rimfire ammunition at On Target Outdoors and keep your .22 LR, .22 WMR, .17 HMR, and other rimfire platforms stocked for plinking, small game hunting, prairie dog shooting, and affordable trigger time that builds real marksmanship skills without the cost of centerfire range sessions. Rimfire is the foundation of American shooting tradition, and our Laurel selection covers everything from bulk training loads to quality hunting rounds for ground squirrels, prairie dogs, and small game across the open country of the Yellowstone Valley and surrounding Montana terrain.
Make the most of your rimfire setup with these related categories at On Target Outdoors:
- Semi auto handguns: Browse .22 LR semi-automatic pistols and other rimfire handgun options for affordable handgun training that builds trigger fundamentals and grip skills at a fraction of centerfire ammunition costs for Montana constitutional carry holders.
- Semi auto rifles: Explore .22 LR and other rimfire semi-automatic rifles for high-volume plinking and training that mirrors the manual of arms of a centerfire semi-auto at a fraction of the cost per round.
- Lever action rifles: Browse rimfire lever action rifles in .22 LR and other calibers for shooters who want the classic lever action character in an affordable, low-recoil platform suited for plinking and small game across Montana’s ranch and river bottom country.
- Scopes, sights and optics: Add a compact scope or red dot to your rimfire rifle or pistol for improved target acquisition and a more precise and engaging range experience, particularly useful for prairie dog and ground squirrel shooting across the open country surrounding Laurel.
- Magazines: Keep your rimfire and centerfire firearms loaded with quality factory and aftermarket magazines in standard capacities for reliable feeding through every range session and small game hunt.
- Holsters and gun leather: Carry your rimfire or centerfire handgun comfortably and securely with quality holsters and leather goods suited for Montana constitutional carry holders and outdoor enthusiasts in the field.
Local And Compliance Notes
On Target Outdoors is the trusted firearms and ammunition dealer in Laurel, Montana, and serves customers in the nearby cities of Park City, Joliet, Columbus, and Billings. All firearm purchases at On Target Outdoors are conducted in full compliance with federal and Montana state law, including ATF Form 4473 and a NICS background check for every firearm sale. Rimfire ammunition purchases do not require a background check or special permit for adults who are legally permitted to possess firearms and ammunition.
Montana has constitutional carry, allowing law-abiding residents who are legally permitted to possess a firearm to carry it openly or concealed without a state-issued permit. Residents who travel out of state or want reciprocity recognition in other jurisdictions can obtain an optional Montana Concealed Weapons Permit through their county sheriff. Rimfire cartridges such as .22 LR, .22 WMR, and .17 HMR are among the most widely available and affordable ammunition types, with no state-level restrictions on purchase or possession for eligible adults in Montana.
Montana hunters using rimfire ammunition for small game, prairie dogs, and ground squirrels should consult Montana Fish, Wildlife and Parks for current regulations on legal calibers and seasons for the specific species they are pursuing. Rimfire cartridges are not legal for big game hunting in Montana and should only be used for species and applications where they are both legal and appropriate. Contact On Target Outdoors for help selecting the right rimfire loads for your platform, varmint hunting application, or new shooter introduction in the Laurel and Yellowstone Valley area.
