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Posted: 4/9/2007 4:53:49 PM EDT
| Hello Guys, Im new to the Forum. I recently obtained a Bushmaster lower and v-match upper A2. Im looking to build a nice match grade gun using the parts I already have. Any suggestions for barrels? I would like to free float but stay as traditional with the looks as possible. I was thinking 1/9 twist 20" as I will be shooting 55 grain mostly.hinking.gif |
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Bushmaster (and others) sell free float tubes that retain the orignal look. I think the stock handguards will still fit over these tubes. Do a search for 'best' and you'll find planty of barrel topics... Some of the highly regarded brands seem to be: Kreiger (sp?) Noveske Shilen White Oak AR15barrels.com is a sponsor and active participant here. He'll customize your blank or build you a barrel from a blank he provides. Check the EE. |
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1/9 should be fine, though you could search and read differing opinions on that subject for a week or more... I believe that it is widely accepted that chrome-lined barrels are not as accurate as non-chrome-lined barrels. Don't confuse chrome-moly steel (regular, non-stainless barrel material) with chrome lined chamber & bore. Some folks think that a 'regular' chrome-moly barrel is better than stainless for pure accuracy. I appreciate accuracy as much as the next guy, but I'm not competing in benchrest competitions. I recently bought a White Oak Armament 18" 1/7 SS barrel for my first AR build. |
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