Me thinks it is because the barrel profile is the same as the 50, but the 45 hole is smaller, and leaves more steel around the hole. At any rate, your rifle is a fine shooter; my 45 Omega is the most accurate rifle i have; it is also 1:28. Nice stock on your rifle; mine is black plastic. My 50 Omega are all decent shooters, but not as good as the 45. The 45 is plenty accurate for hunting out to, and beyond 300 yard; the 50 rifles i trust for 200, but not beyond 250, on a food critter.

Personally, for me, it is a better gun. They feel good in my hands, carry well, and i like the way they work, and look.











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