Thanks first shot - i saw your posts and targets before i started this thread - great gun ! before i was introduced to the socom i had all but settled on the 7600, and may still because it meets most of my needs at less cost. also did not know 10 rd was available!

barrel length would be a decision with the 7600 in my mind too, since i want longer shot capability. one of the reasons the socom remains high on my list that it is only losing about 100 fps vs. a standard 22" barrel !, based on 3 reviews read, and discussions with my local gunsmith and SA. apparently, the muzzle compenstor design is affecting retention of energy or something... SA quotes 50-60 fps loss per inch, except with the socom. if true, to me to have the velocity of a 21" barrel in a 16" package is real advantagous and extends the working range of this gun well beyond a typical carbine.

my gun smith has done many 7600 triggers and assures me he can improve if i buy one. my reference to noise was the pump stock, but you have answered this too.

thanks again

john