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.223 twist rate for heavier bullets

Bigshot777

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Jan 22, 2014
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Looking into purchasing a barrel for my AR to use in service rifle matches. I would like to shoot heavier bullets through it and was wondering if anyone had recommendations? Will a 1 in 8 twist stabilize a 69 gr bullet or will I have to go with a 1 in 7? Has anyone tried a Wilde chambering?
Just looking for some advice.
Thanks much