Quick Facts
| Manufacturer | Bertram |
| Cartridge | .222 Rimmed |
| Product | New, unprimed brass cartridge cases |
| Case type | Rimmed, bottleneck |
| Country of manufacture | Australia |
| U.S. distributor | Desert Tech Munitions |
Important: This listing is for brass cartridge cases only. It is not loaded ammunition and contains no primer, powder, or projectile.
Why Choose Bertram .222 Rimmed Brass?
- New-production brass for a specialized cartridge with limited commercial availability
- Manufactured by Bertram, a specialist in rare, obsolete, and large-bore cartridge cases
- Reloadable cases for properly chambered firearms
- Imported and supported in the United States by Desert Tech Munitions
- Available for individual, dealer, gunsmith, and qualified OEM requirements
Who This Product Is For
- Handloaders maintaining rifles chambered in .222 Rimmed
- Owners and collectors of historic or specialty sporting rifles
- Gunsmiths restoring or regulating rifles in the original chambering
- Dealers and ammunition manufacturers serving specialty-cartridge customers
Cartridge at a Glance
| Origin | Continental European sporting cartridge |
| Primary role | Small-game, varmint, and light sporting use in rifles specifically chambered for the rimmed .222 cartridge |
| Case design | Rimmed, bottleneck |
| Collection | British & Continental Sporting |
Cartridge Profile: .222 Rimmed
The .222 Rimmed is a rimmed sporting cartridge associated with European break-action rifles, combination guns, and similar actions that benefit from positive extraction by the rim. It is distinct from the rimless .222 Remington and should never be assumed interchangeable.
Today, new brass for this chambering is generally produced in scheduled or limited runs. Bertram cases give handloaders a new-production option without relying exclusively on aging original cases or extensive case conversion.
Rifle and Chamber Compatibility
Historic and modern break-action rifles, drillings, combination guns, and single-shot rifles specifically marked for .222 Rimmed. Verify the exact chamber designation before ordering.
Compatibility warning: Similar cartridge names do not guarantee interchangeability. Always verify the exact chamber marking, case dimensions, dies, shellholder, and published loading information before use.
Product Specifications
| Manufacturer | Bertram |
| Cartridge | .222 Rimmed |
| Condition | New |
| Primed | No |
| Material | Cartridge brass |
| Reloadable | Yes, when inspected, prepared, and loaded correctly |
| Country of manufacture | Australia |
Case Preparation Before Loading
- Inspect every case before use
- Check the case mouth, neck, body, primer pocket, and flash hole
- Run an expander through the neck or full-length size when appropriate
- Chamfer, deburr, and measure as needed
- Confirm that dies, shellholder, primer, projectile, and published load data match the exact cartridge
- Use conservative, firearm-appropriate loading practices, especially with historic rifles
Reloading note: Bulk packaging and transportation may leave some case mouths slightly out of round or produce minor cosmetic marks. Inspect and prepare every case before loading.
Availability
Bertram manufactures many specialty calibers in scheduled production runs. When this brass is unavailable, use the stock notification on the product page or contact Desert Tech Munitions regarding expected incoming inventory, dealer quantities, or OEM requirements.
Why Buy from Desert Tech Munitions?
- Authorized U.S. Bertram distributor
- U.S. inventory and domestic shipping when available
- Direct working relationship with Bertram
- Support for rare and specialty cartridge brass
- Dealer and OEM programs for qualified buyers
Frequently Asked Questions
Is this loaded .222 Rimmed ammunition?
No. This listing is for new, unprimed brass cartridge cases only.
Who manufactures this brass?
Bertram manufactures these cases in Australia.
Can this brass be reloaded?
Yes. Case life depends on chamber dimensions, load pressure, sizing practices, preparation, and inspection between loadings.
Should I size new cases before loading them?
Inspect every case before use. Running an expander through the neck or full-length sizing may be appropriate before the first loading.
Will this brass fit a similarly named cartridge?
Not necessarily. Verify the exact chamber designation and dimensions. Similar names, bullet diameters, or case lengths do not establish interchangeability.
Can Desert Tech Munitions supply dealer or OEM quantities?
Yes. Qualified dealers and manufacturers may contact Desert Tech Munitions for current program requirements, pricing, and availability.