I have a 1955 vintage Remington 722 in 222 caliber. I bought the gun about 5 years ago, and it was in new in the box condition. I have owned several 223, and I still have a 788 in 223, but there is something sweet about the 222, and it's why I got it. Very accurate! Ammo isn't as common as 223, but any real gun store will carry 222, so don't worry about finding factory 222 ammo. It's a different story than 222 magnum cause it's obsolete. If you get one of these, you will need to by brass, and hand load. I like most 22 center fire calibers, but I like the 222 the best.