17 WSM Ammo from the Best Brands, Like Winchester, & More — 2 products / 2 models — Page 1

.17 WSM, formally known as .17 Winchester Super Magnum and sometimes referred to as 17WSM, was designed by Winchester in 2012 and came onto the market in 2013. Almost immediately, the new rimfire caliber gained high praise and popularity among varmint hunters and target shooters alike. Although you may happen across a handgun chambered in .17 Winchester Super Mag, short barrels don't really do the Ammo justice in terms of performance, as it's primary selling feature is bullet velocity, which you lose with a shorter barrel. Instead .17 Win Super Mag is typically chambered in carbine barrels of 16-inches up to the most common 22-inch rifle barrels. This makes it the perfect small caliber hunting ammo, as it has minimal recoil with plenty of stopping power. It's especially useful for small and medium game hunting, such as varmint hunting, letting you protect your property and livestock.

Who makes 17 WSM Ammo?

Factory 17 WSM Ammo comes in a variety of options. Winchester makes the 15gr Varmint X, 20gr Varmint HV, and 25gr Varmint HE. Hornady offers a Varmint Express using their famous V-MAX bullets.

More manufacturers are getting into the .17 Winchester Super Magnum game, and the selection of brands and different loads is likely to get broader and more competitive.

Can you shoot 17 HMR ammo in a 17 WSM rifle?

No, you cannot safely shoot 17 HMR (.17 Hornady Magnum Rimfire) in a 17 WSM (.17 Winchester Super Magnum). They are two different calibers of rifle ammo designed for two different chambers, and the cartridges are not interchangeable. Never shoot any ammunition through a firearm before checking the firearm manufacturer's specifications. Failure to do so can result in firearm damage, injury, or death.

Is 17 WSM the same as 17 HMR?

No, 17 WSM and 17 HMR are not the same things. Although both are .17-caliber chambers, they are distinctly different and not interchangeable. Another .17-caliber rimfire, the .17 HM2, is also distinctly different from .17 WSM and .17 HMR. All are great for varmint hunting, like coyotes, but they shouldn't be confused with one another.

Buy 17 WSM Ammo from OpticsPlanet!

We have 17 WSM Ammo for sale here at OpticsPlanet from the best brands, including Winchester 17 WSM Ammo, and more, along with a huge selection of other calibers and gauges. You can learn more about ammo in our Ammunition Guides from our own in-house experts and enthusiasts. Click here for answers to Ammo Buying Frequently Asked Questions, and for more information check out our State of the Ammunition Industry page.