If you do get a .223, don't be surprised if you find yourself shooting it a lot more than any of your other rifles. Most of them are extremely accurate, easy to load for, cheap ammo, brass, and components available just about anywhere. And they don't beat you up when you shoot them all day long. I never get bored shooting my 223 or 223 AI and the accuracy with my handloads is pretty darned amazing.... A good Kimber 82 .22 rimfire will give you a lot of the same benefits and be cheaper to shoot. You can pick up either in a Kimber for around $800-1200. A lot less for the Remington, Winchester, and other models unless it is a premium model with pretty wood or premium glass stock.
Bob
