Found a brick of .22 ammo lying aboot...

[Bob Womack]

It's Federal Eagle stuff, bare lead without copper. Should I keep it set aside for a REALLY rainy day and acquire better stuff to prevent lead fouling?

Thanks,

Bob

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[Parashooter]

Leading is very rare with any .22 rimfire ammo. The copper or brass wash on some varieties is nothing but a sales gimmick so the rubes will think they're getting something fancy. It's unlikely the Federal Eagle stuff is actually "bare". If it isn't greased, it's undoubtedly wax-coated. That's all you need at normal rimfire pressures and velocities.

[BruceV]

Unless it is particularly accurate in your firearm, it is not exceptional. Shoot it and enjoy it. JMHO. Sincerely. BruceV.

[Bob Womack]

Thanks, guys.

Bob