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Old 02-06-2013 | 11:25 AM
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It depends on the weather. On a hot day it needs more time to cool. If the barrel feels hot to your hand it is time to let it rest a bit. A warm to the touch barrel is not too bad, but slightly warm is better. I believe that they cool best if you rack it out of the sun, bolt open, muzzle up. Rifles like your new magnum can heat up quickly, even in the winter.
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