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    Re-barrel decision - need a nudge

    Wanting to re-barrel the Model 7 .223.

    Have come down to a few ideas but before dumping a bit of coin I am after some opinions. Prefer not to have to faff with replacing bottom metal/ having detachable mags or modifying bolt face. FWIW it's my 0 - 200m-ish bush rig.
    So far I am thinking either:

    1. Faster twist .223.
    Already have dies, brass etc, but may be hamstrung by mag length somewhat.

    2. 300blk.
    Retain bolt size, gain a bit of diameter and choice in projectiles.
    Easy to find dies, lee trimmer etc.

    3. 6x45 (6mm .223)
    I guess kind of best of both, but hard to find dies it seems.
    Can share projectiles with the.243.

    Thoughts?
    "Calm waters have never made good Sailors, give the girl from the asylum a chance"

 

 

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