Thanks for the reply.

Is there a similar jump up in accuracy or ease of use going from a 24" to a 26" barrell?

It seems like the 26" barrell will run $30-60$ more, which over the life of the gun is really insignificant. I am more interested in getting the right gun, than pinching pennies. I know the 26" may be a little harder to manuver in a tree stand but I wouldn't imagine it would be a problem.

I looking at Knight Bighorn and/or Super Disk, and the T/C Black Diamond both come in either the 24" or 26" barrel. Based on what you said I should probably rule out the American Knight and Traditions Buckhunter they have a good price but come in 22" barrels.

Once again thanks for the input.