I grew up in northern New York. Lots of agriculture and open fields with plenty of opportunity to put a center fire varmint round to work.
I started my calling career there with a 22 magnum. It worked but it was far from ideal for that area. Had to pass on more than few critters that hung up out there beyond the reach of the 22 mag but well within range of a 17, 204 or 222/223.
Under 150 yards the 22 WRFM is a wonderful round. Much of upstate and northern NY offer far longer shooting than that.
