?? about 16" vs 20" barrel
#1
Thread Starter
Join Date: Jun 2004
Posts: 32
?? about 16" vs 20" barrel
I'm in the market for a new rifle in 7mm-08 and am considering either the Model 7 SS with the 20" barrel or a M77 Compact with a 16 1/2" barrel. I like the shorter barrel of the Ruger, but love the looks and the synthetic stock and stainless barrel of the Remington.
Most of my shots with this rifle will be short, but the opportunity exists for a 200+ yard shot just like it does for all of us I guess.
My quandary is that I want the gun to be as short and lightweight as possible, but am worried about the ballistics of the 16 1/2" barrel.
I know the deer won't know the difference, but I've got a .243 with a 22" barrel and don't really want another rifle that is close to having the same ballistics as one I already have. Anyone have any information this?
Also, does anyone know if Ruger makes a compact 7-08 in stainless and synthetic.
Thanks,
LY
Most of my shots with this rifle will be short, but the opportunity exists for a 200+ yard shot just like it does for all of us I guess.
My quandary is that I want the gun to be as short and lightweight as possible, but am worried about the ballistics of the 16 1/2" barrel.
I know the deer won't know the difference, but I've got a .243 with a 22" barrel and don't really want another rifle that is close to having the same ballistics as one I already have. Anyone have any information this?
Also, does anyone know if Ruger makes a compact 7-08 in stainless and synthetic.
Thanks,
LY
#3
Typical Buck
Join Date: Dec 2003
Location: central Ky
Posts: 601
RE: ?? about 16" vs 20" barrel
I'd personally go with which one feels the best. You'll lose some performance with the shorter barrel, but at only 200yds, it won't make that big of a difference. Any yes, Ruger makes the stainless compact in 7-08. Good luck on your choice.
#4
Thread Starter
Join Date: Jun 2004
Posts: 32
RE: ?? about 16" vs 20" barrel
I'm also considering the Winchester M70 Compact, does anybody know if you can get a synthetic stock for either the Ruger or Winchester compacts?
I think I'll get the Ruger if I can get a stock for it at a reasonable price.
Thanks for your help,
LY
I think I'll get the Ruger if I can get a stock for it at a reasonable price.
Thanks for your help,
LY
#5
Nontypical Buck
Join Date: Feb 2003
Location: Bossier City LA United States
Posts: 2,425
RE: ?? about 16" vs 20" barrel
I have a Ruger 77 Mk II Ultra Light in 7mm-08 Rem. It is target grey and has a 20" barrel and a synthetic stock. If I had my way it would have come with a laminate stock instead. A super-light 7mm-08 is no *****cat to shoot all day.
#6
Thread Starter
Join Date: Jun 2004
Posts: 32
RE: ?? about 16" vs 20" barrel
Sounds like just what I want, but Ruger doesn't have it listed in 7-08 on their website. Wonder if they've stopped making that model in 7-08?
I love Rugers and the fact that I can save a good bit of money on not having to buy rings and a base, but I actually prefer synthetic stocks and not wood. Seems like I can't win for losing.
LY
I love Rugers and the fact that I can save a good bit of money on not having to buy rings and a base, but I actually prefer synthetic stocks and not wood. Seems like I can't win for losing.
LY