CCI 22 Short Noise Blanks – Reliable Dog Training & Pest Scare Loads, 100 Rounds

Description

The CCI 22 Short Noise Blanks give trainers, farmers and ranchers a simple way to make a loud, clean report without sending a bullet downrange. Each case is loaded with a clean-burning propellant and no projectile, so the only job these rounds do is make noise. That makes them ideal for conditioning a young bird dog to gunfire, moving birds and pests away from crops or buildings, and signaling during field work. The rimfire case fits any firearm chambered for 22 Short, 22 Long or 22 Long Rifle, so most shooters already own a gun that will fire them.

Why Choose CCI 22 Short Noise Blanks

• Reliable CCI rimfire priming for consistent ignition shot after shot
• No projectile: the load produces sound only
• Clean-burning propellant keeps fouling to a minimum
• Fires in guns chambered for 22 Short, 22 Long and 22 LR
• Economical 100-round box for long training sessions

Common Uses for Rimfire Blanks

• Introducing gun dogs and bird dogs to the sound of a shot
• Scaring birds, deer and other pests away from gardens and livestock areas
• Signaling during field trials and training drills
• Practicing safe gun handling routines with a live report

Store 22 short blanks in their original box, apart from live ammunition, so there is never any confusion about what is in the gun. Label your training bag clearly and keep these rounds away from children.

Each box is sold under CCI 0044, the same part number dealers and distributors use, so reordering is simple when your training bag runs low. CCI has built rimfire ammunition in Lewiston, Idaho, for decades, and its priming process is a big reason these rimfire blanks fire so consistently. A dud in the middle of a training drill can confuse a dog that is learning to expect a shot, so reliable ignition matters more here than most shooters realize.

Many trainers pair 22 short blanks with a dedicated starter pistol or an inexpensive single-shot rifle that stays in the truck for training days. Because the 22 Short case is shorter than a 22 LR, the blanks feed easily in most rimfire revolvers and single-shot actions. If you plan to use them in a gun with a tubular magazine, test feeding by hand first, because not every lifter handles short cases smoothly.

Remember that noise blanks are loud. Hearing protection is a must for the shooter, and handlers should work up to close-range shots slowly so a dog is never startled by a sudden blast near its head. Used with patience, a box of these rounds can help turn a nervous pup into a confident hunting partner.

Specifications

• Brand: CCI
• Item number: 0044
• UPC: 076683000446
• Caliber: 22 Short
• Type: Noise blank, no projectile
• Priming: Rimfire
• Compatible chamberings: 22 Short, 22 Long, 22 LR
• Quantity: 100 rounds

Using Dog Training Blanks the Right Way

Most trainers start a young dog with the report at a distance, then move closer as the dog links the sound with birds and praise. These dog training blanks are ideal for that process because they are quiet enough to start with yet sharp enough to build a clear association. Because there is no bullet, you can fire in open fields where live rounds would not be appropriate, as long as local laws allow it.

Keep in mind that a blank is still a loaded cartridge. Hot gas and unburned powder leave the muzzle at high speed, and that blast can injure anyone standing close in front of the gun. Never point any firearm at a person or animal, even when it is loaded with blanks, and always wear eye and ear protection.

Most semi-automatic rimfire firearms will not cycle with blanks, so plan on operating the action by hand. Single-shot rifles, bolt-actions and revolvers are the easiest platforms to use. Clean the bore after a long session, since blank residue can build up just like standard ammunition fouling.

Bird hunters, retriever trainers, farmers and anyone who needs a loud, dependable report from a 22 rimfire will get steady service from this 100-round box of rimfire blanks.

Browse more rimfire and centerfire ammunition at Mag 5 Firearms, or visit CCI Ammunition for full product details.