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Old 02-20-2004, 11:45 AM
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akbound
 
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Default RE: Barrel length for 270win?

Hi Back40,

I guess before I'd answer that question I'd ask myself.....how to I envision using this rifle most of the time? If the answer is a short walk in to sit on a stand overlooking lots of open space......I'd take the 24". If I planned on using it in an environment that is predominantly open.....and long shots are the rule.....I'd take the 24". If I intended to use it anywhere the extra 2" wouldn't extract a penalty......I'd take the 24".

But if I intended to use it in thick, heavy, cover. Or if I was going to be carrying it all the time, (little sitting.....or other means of travel), or if I was hunting in an area where a "long shot" is only 200 yards......I'd take the 22" barrel.

The .270 Winchester gives up very little in the way of meaningful velocity when it goes from a 24" barrel to a 22" barrel. But it does give up something in handiness. I'd decide what I intended it's predominant use would be.....and make my decision accordingly!

Good luck with your decision!

Dave
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