Choosing a new barrel for my Savage Mdl 10 FLCPK,
In planning ahead for the day when I have worn out the factory, 1-10 twist, 24", braked, fluted, CM barrel of my Accustocked .308 I'm researching the plethora of options and varieties out there in aftermarket barrels. I shoot largely "F" class and long range steel with this weapon. An occasional short (weighs nearly 14 lbs loaded) walk into a field for Coyotes. So, especially "F" class there are long strings of fire (15 to 20 rounds) in a relatively short period of time. So heat dissipation is important. I understand that much of what I'm asking in "brand" or "manufacturer" is Chevy, vs, Ford, vs, Dodge. Guess I'm looking for personal experience and some sound advice. I have a budget of $600.00. And plan on for the near future sticking with the Accustiock for a few reasons. It isn't THAT bad of a stock. And the cost of a McMillian A-5 is over $700.00 inleted as a drop in. I can see how the FULL potential of any new barrel might be limited with it sitting in an Accustock. But I figured to start with the barrel and save up again for the stock upgrade. So, cut rifled or button pulled? SS or CM? Pro's and cons of each? I know a stainless cant be blued, but can it be cerracoated (or something similar in durability) to cut shine down WHEN I'm out hunting dogs? What is "better" about the 5R? Still looking into THOSE details but hoping someone has something to offer there.
- I have a $600.00 budget
- I have looked at but unsure what direction to go:
- Bartlein, 1-10 twist, fluted, 5R SS and CM (cut rifled)
-Krieger, 1-10 twist, fluted, 5R SS and CM (cut rifled)
-McGowan, 1-10 twist, fluted, 5 grove in SS but they only make a CM in 6 grove (button pulled)
-Hart, 1-10 twist, fluted, SS (what I can tell they don't offer a CM barrel) 6 grove (button pulled)
and
-Lilja, 1-10 twist, fluted, didn't see the 5R option, need to look into that a little more. And of course SS or CM (button pulled)
I like the 1-10 twist for the higher BC pills, and will stick with the 24" as I would have to buy all new cases to carry the darn thing if I go any longer. And of course, I will get my local GS to fit to action and cut in the brake threads.
Thank you in advance for any and all input. Sorry to be long winded, just wanted to provide as much info as I have to this point.
Snipe
In planning ahead for the day when I have worn out the factory, 1-10 twist, 24", braked, fluted, CM barrel of my Accustocked .308 I'm researching the plethora of options and varieties out there in aftermarket barrels. I shoot largely "F" class and long range steel with this weapon. An occasional short (weighs nearly 14 lbs loaded) walk into a field for Coyotes. So, especially "F" class there are long strings of fire (15 to 20 rounds) in a relatively short period of time. So heat dissipation is important. I understand that much of what I'm asking in "brand" or "manufacturer" is Chevy, vs, Ford, vs, Dodge. Guess I'm looking for personal experience and some sound advice. I have a budget of $600.00. And plan on for the near future sticking with the Accustiock for a few reasons. It isn't THAT bad of a stock. And the cost of a McMillian A-5 is over $700.00 inleted as a drop in. I can see how the FULL potential of any new barrel might be limited with it sitting in an Accustock. But I figured to start with the barrel and save up again for the stock upgrade. So, cut rifled or button pulled? SS or CM? Pro's and cons of each? I know a stainless cant be blued, but can it be cerracoated (or something similar in durability) to cut shine down WHEN I'm out hunting dogs? What is "better" about the 5R? Still looking into THOSE details but hoping someone has something to offer there.
- I have a $600.00 budget
- I have looked at but unsure what direction to go:
- Bartlein, 1-10 twist, fluted, 5R SS and CM (cut rifled)
-Krieger, 1-10 twist, fluted, 5R SS and CM (cut rifled)
-McGowan, 1-10 twist, fluted, 5 grove in SS but they only make a CM in 6 grove (button pulled)
-Hart, 1-10 twist, fluted, SS (what I can tell they don't offer a CM barrel) 6 grove (button pulled)
and
-Lilja, 1-10 twist, fluted, didn't see the 5R option, need to look into that a little more. And of course SS or CM (button pulled)
I like the 1-10 twist for the higher BC pills, and will stick with the 24" as I would have to buy all new cases to carry the darn thing if I go any longer. And of course, I will get my local GS to fit to action and cut in the brake threads.
Thank you in advance for any and all input. Sorry to be long winded, just wanted to provide as much info as I have to this point.
Snipe
