is the Remington Fireball XP-100 a good weapon?

Answer 1

The Remington XP-100 in .221 Fireball was the Premiere small-bore long-range silhouette pistol, which was quickly bored out to .222Rem. and .223(5,56NATO) as these cartridges became more popular at the range. Within the limitations of its' small-bore chamberings, it is an excellent weapon, for the purpose it was designed.
I had what I believe was the first .5,56NATO silhouette pistol, a Thompson-Center Contender with a .222Rem. barrel with the chamber reamed for the military cartridge. Not much difference, performance-wise, but, with a Leupold pistol 'scope, it was a 100yd. tack-driver, even with mil-surplus ammo.
In fact, the XP-100's introduction quickly inspired a stampede of wildcatters to adapt short action rifle receivers in heavier calibers such as .308 Win. and even larger, for longer range and more striking power.

Answer 2

It depends on what you want to do with it, it is a great weapon for target and varmint shooting. Very accurate and ammo is still in production. It is not a big game weapon, but great on small game like rabbits and such.

Answer 3

It is interesting and good for what it was intended. I had one years ago and if I ever find one I might acquire one again. I had mine chambered for the 223, later swapped it off as I never used it.

Answer 4

Excellent Firearm*...

Answer 5

Collectors item..

Answer 6

this is one of the all time great long distance shooting pistols.it was the original one.

Answer 7

Not really. First of all, it is obsolete. Unless you hand load you are going to have trouble finding .221 ammo for it. It is a single shot pistol.

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