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Posted: 11/27/2003 2:29:13 AM EDT
I know I saw a comparison of the different metal types used for ar15 barrels.If someone would point me in the right direction I would appreciate it.

Link Posted: 11/27/2003 6:15:32 AM EDT
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4140 and then 4150 is mil spec. Hope that helps.[:)]  

Link Posted: 11/27/2003 8:05:07 AM EDT
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Cliff,
Thanks for the reply,but let me be more specific.Will a stainless steel barrel have the same "slipperiness" as a chrome lined barrel?I saw the Olympic Arms M4 clone and it has a 416 ss barrel.It is in my price range and looks awesome but most opinions here lean toward chrome lining.Could this be a "compromise".Also, is there a downside to a ss barrel?
Thanks

Link Posted: 11/27/2003 12:56:13 PM EDT
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There are no downsides to S.S. barrels.  In my opinion,  stainless barrels are superior to steel in every way except perhaps throat erosion with sustained full auto fire (abuse).

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