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Posted: 12/21/2005 10:16:07 AM EDT
I recently purchased my first AR-15 with a 24" stainless barrel, I told the dealer I am new to this and asked what I had to do as far as care.  He told me some very basic things and come to find out I was supposed to "break in" the barrel.  I did not know this so I did not do it, my question is, is my barrel ruined? How important is it to break it in, getting mixed reviews on this, also am I supposed to run a snake through it every 5 rounds?  Any help is appreciated.  Thanks for your time and to all who reply. Could not find a similar thread for this topic.hinking.gif

Merry Christmas,
                           Doubleup223
Link Posted: 12/21/2005 10:32:20 AM EDT
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Link Posted: 12/21/2005 10:34:57 AM EDT
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I like your style, thanks for the reply
Link Posted: 12/21/2005 10:39:05 AM EDT
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For what it's worth, I'm squarely in the camp of "It's just not that necessary."

Bought a RRA 24 incher...didn't break it in as some would prefer. Now, I prefer to use high-quality ammo (I don't reload...at least not yet). The performance is outstanding - very accurate rifle.

PS. Welcome to the board.
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