OK, my Axis conversion to .221 Fireball is done.
I also conceded to "sinman"s suggestion to get a reamer, etc.
Although the rifle works perfectly and is a hoot to shoot, reloading has become a hassle. The .221 I 'made' has the same case dimensions as the top of a .223 Rem, so some extra steps are involved in case sizing, etc. I have a reamer coming tomorrow and going to pull the Axis bbl off again and ream it to .221 FB chamber specs.

Since I have, er, several spare .223 Axis bbls, here's another one of my 'ideas':

What about a .22/204? This would be a .204 Ruger case opened up to .224". I have a new M12 in .204R and love it and DON'T plan to mess with that one! ha ha
Hey, how about a .22/204R Improved?? I realize that the short 22" bbl of the axis would be inefficient, but....

Gee, being semi-retired has left me with too much time on my hands even considering my other hobbies.
And yes, I have lady 'friends', too!!!

Any thoughts?

FLAME SUIT ON!!!

ron