Hey guys. Nothing like placing an order for a barrel then later checking to see if the length is "ok" for my use. Its a Criterion 308 10 twist at 24". I plan to use 150's up to 178's maybe and really like the 168 A Max out of old barrel. I mainly shoot from 1-300 yds but do plan to try F Class this year so that will stretch it out. Is 24" w/ a brake ok for my use? Is there a site or program that depicts best barrel lengths? Thanks in advance.
24" barrel ok for 308?
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Re: 24" barrel ok for 308?
You're fine, brakes are not allowed, so buy one that is simple to remove and put back on, badger fte comes to mind.
If you're looking to win big matches at a grand, a 30" barrel would be better, but there's always something better these days...
You're fine, brakes are not allowed, so buy one that is simple to remove and put back on, badger fte comes to mind.
If you're looking to win big matches at a grand, a 30" barrel would be better, but there's always something better these days...
Re: 24" barrel ok for 308?
<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: calling4life</div><div class="ubbcode-body">
If you're looking to win big matches at a grand, a 30" barrel would be better, but there's always something better these days... </div></div>
But the "know it all salesman" in my local shop told me that anything over 24" in a .308 was too long and inaccurate.
Of course he also tells everyone he was an Army Sniper in Afghanistan. All 300 lbs of him.
<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: calling4life</div><div class="ubbcode-body">
If you're looking to win big matches at a grand, a 30" barrel would be better, but there's always something better these days... </div></div>
But the "know it all salesman" in my local shop told me that anything over 24" in a .308 was too long and inaccurate.
Of course he also tells everyone he was an Army Sniper in Afghanistan. All 300 lbs of him.
Re: 24" barrel ok for 308?
I just called back and told Jim i did not want it threaded and went with the 26".
I just called back and told Jim i did not want it threaded and went with the 26".
Re: 24" barrel ok for 308?
<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: Deltagunner00</div><div class="ubbcode-body">I just called back and told Jim i did not want it threaded and went with the 26". </div></div>
That'll be more than adequate. I'm going 28" with mine.
<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: Deltagunner00</div><div class="ubbcode-body">I just called back and told Jim i did not want it threaded and went with the 26". </div></div>
That'll be more than adequate. I'm going 28" with mine.
Re: 24" barrel ok for 308?
<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: calling4life</div><div class="ubbcode-body">You're fine, brakes are not allowed, so buy one that is simple to remove and put back on, badger fte comes to mind.
If you're looking to win big matches at a grand, a 30" barrel would be better, but there's always something better these days... </div></div>
if you are a Palma shooter.....and you are chasing an X count.
<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: calling4life</div><div class="ubbcode-body">You're fine, brakes are not allowed, so buy one that is simple to remove and put back on, badger fte comes to mind.
If you're looking to win big matches at a grand, a 30" barrel would be better, but there's always something better these days... </div></div>
if you are a Palma shooter.....and you are chasing an X count.
Re: 24" barrel ok for 308?
For the long range F/class stuff 26" is rockin, I've got a 25" on my 100-1000yd gun. That 1/10 twist will like those heaver bullets too. You made a good choice.
For the long range F/class stuff 26" is rockin, I've got a 25" on my 100-1000yd gun. That 1/10 twist will like those heaver bullets too. You made a good choice.
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