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7mm-08 barrel length
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08/09/17 12:02 AM
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aggiegolfer09
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Just got a tikka and thinking about cutting it down to 18 or 20. I just plan on hunting with it out to 300 and possibly 400 yards. I will use my silencer on it.
What length should I go with?
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Re: 7mm-08 barrel length
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08/09/17 12:05 AM
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I had mine cut to 18" and like it real well at that length.
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Re: 7mm-08 barrel length
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08/09/17 12:11 AM
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J.G.
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I'm at 20" +10" suppressor.
168 gr A-Max is 2645 fps MV.
What won't that kill?
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Re: 7mm-08 barrel length
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08/09/17 01:11 AM
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Had my 7mm-08 cut to 16.25" and I love it! It's a Tikka as well.
With the 8" suppressor it is very easy to handle.
I was between 16" and 18" for awhile. But I had an 18".243 so I wanted to try a 16" rifle. I'm glad I did because with the suppressor I think it is easier to handle and easier in the deer blind.
My 7mm-08 maxes out at 400 for deer. My typical shot is 150-250 yards so the trade off of velocity for rifle handling is well worth it to me.
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Re: 7mm-08 barrel length
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08/09/17 01:51 AM
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J.G.
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I have no doubt it'll do exactly what you need it to do.
I've got a 16 1/4" 7mm-08 A.I. in the works. I'll be trying 150 gr ELD-X, to gain speed due to such a short barrel. I will also try the 162 gr ELD-X, both on a 1:9" twist. I know both will shot well, the decision of what bullet to commit to will be determined by MV and corresponding ft/lbs.
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Re: 7mm-08 barrel length
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08/09/17 02:02 AM
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I wrestled back and forth between 18 and 20" on my current 7-08 build. I wanted something shorter, as it will be suppressed full time. I'll be running 162 gr ELD's, and I ended up going 20" to hang on to as much velocity as I could. For the ranges you mentioned, it shouldn't make a bit of difference. The shorter, the handier when adding a suppressor. Especially for maneuverability out of a blind.
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Re: 7mm-08 barrel length
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08/09/17 02:05 AM
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All of my bolt action hunting rifles are 16.25". 223, 300BO, 6.5CM, 308.
Just to make sure that it is done thoroughly, I go both ways.
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Re: 7mm-08 barrel length
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08/09/17 02:30 AM
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My T3's still at the original 22" length. Things die in front of it. Quickly. Thanks for talking me into it, JG.
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Re: 7mm-08 barrel length
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08/09/17 02:44 AM
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This is fairly on topic - I've heard shortening the barrel makes it stiffer and can improve short-range accuracy. Is that true? Say a 20" vs 24" 308, 7-08, 6.5CM, etc.
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Re: 7mm-08 barrel length
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08/09/17 03:25 AM
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All of my bolt action hunting rifles are 16.25". 223, 300BO, 6.5CM, 308. .223 with 16.25" barrel??? That's one I gotta see!
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Re: 7mm-08 barrel length
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08/09/17 03:36 AM
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All of my bolt action hunting rifles are 16.25". 223, 300BO, 6.5CM, 308. .223 with 16.25" barrel??? That's one I gotta see!
Just to make sure that it is done thoroughly, I go both ways.
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Re: 7mm-08 barrel length
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08/09/17 03:36 AM
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I think Chad said he cut his son's Tikka 223 Varmint to 17" IIRC. Would be a handy gun for sure.
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Re: 7mm-08 barrel length
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08/09/17 03:51 AM
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I'd cut it to 16.5-18.... Short as I could
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Re: 7mm-08 barrel length
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08/09/17 03:56 AM
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All of my bolt action hunting rifles are 16.25". 223, 300BO, 6.5CM, 308. .223 with 16.25" barrel??? That's one I gotta see! Damn that rig is seeet. What stock is that?
Haha yea I polished that thing for hours.
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Re: 7mm-08 barrel length
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08/09/17 04:05 AM
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Damn that rig is sweet. What stock is that?
Thanks. Bell & Carlson Tactical Medalist.
Just to make sure that it is done thoroughly, I go both ways.
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Re: 7mm-08 barrel length
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08/09/17 04:31 PM
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I'm at 20" +10" suppressor.
168 gr A-Max is 2645 fps MV.
What won't that kill? Chuck Norris
I'm a dude who likes long barrels!
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Re: 7mm-08 barrel length
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08/09/17 04:34 PM
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All of my bolt action hunting rifles are 16.25". 223, 300BO, 6.5CM, 308. .223 with 16.25" barrel??? That's one I gotta see! Looks awesome and I love the short barrels!
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Re: 7mm-08 barrel length
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08/09/17 04:35 PM
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J.G.
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I'm at 20" +10" suppressor.
168 gr A-Max is 2645 fps MV.
What won't that kill? Chuck Norris You're right. My bad.
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Re: 7mm-08 barrel length
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08/10/17 01:10 AM
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aggiegolfer09
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If i go with a shorter barrel what would be the best bullet for deer and possibly hogs?
I am thinking about hornady 139sst, 139 gmx or 150 eld x
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Re: 7mm-08 barrel length
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08/10/17 04:44 AM
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I went with a 20" barrel on my AR-10. Absolutely eats Nosler 140g accubonds. Heck of an all around bullet combo.
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Re: 7mm-08 barrel length
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08/10/17 05:46 AM
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Re: 7mm-08 barrel length
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09/10/17 12:24 AM
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All of my bolt action hunting rifles are 16.25". 223, 300BO, 6.5CM, 308. One gun case fits all !!
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