Thread: Getting the most out of a 308.

Originally Posted by ebf

What exactly is the issue with a 16 barrel ?

I have a 14 inch 7-08, and would happily shoot it out to 400m plus with lighter projectiles.

At the end of the day all bullets drop, no matter what the launch speed. It is really a dial-up issue more than anything else.

Would you consider 16" to be the optimal 308 barrel length for open country? As stated at the start,I am looking for the best barrel length to suit my very specific requirements.

I have a 45/90 too,maybe you should have one as well? Because the difference between a 16" 308 and a 45/90 must surely be just a matter of dial up?

Or maybe thats not what this thread is about.