Heard a lot of things abt flutted barrels, but I would like to ask people who have really used it, like someone who owns a flutted barrel rifle, cause shooting it once or twice will not make any difference,only people who have owned a fluted barrel rifle will know the pros and cons of fluting, please advise as I am planning on getting a rifle, one thing they sure look good.
Pros:
- Less weight!
- Stiffer than a smaller contour unfluted barrel of the same weight.
- Looks (if you like the fluted look / care)
- Possibly a negligible improvement in barrel cooling due to increased surface area.
Cons:
- Less weight! (weight has its advantages)
- A fluted barrel will not be as "stiff" as a an unfluted barrel of the same contour (though the difference is pretty negligible)
- Adds roughly $100 to the cost of your barrel
Summary:
If you want a lighter rifle (or you think it is worth it just for the looks), and have enough cash so that you won't be skimping on other things, go for it!
Flutted barrels, Good or Bad choice???
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