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palma for hunting?
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<blockquote data-quote="jrock" data-source="post: 996484" data-attributes="member: 78569"><p>I know Palma barrels were created for the Palma shooting events but don't know the reason? Is it because they use open sights and need a .308 to get max speed? I've been looking around and can't seem to find an answer for this question. </p><p> </p><p>I had my heart set on a light Palma contour (26") for my next barrel on my 7mm RM but now am leaning otherwise due to availability. I've looked at the Krieger contour list and there isn't much difference between a Light Palma, #4 and #5 at 26" long. Seems to me that a barrel that is thinker near the breach end is going to be more stiff than a Palma which tapers quickly but is thicker at the muzzle. </p><p> </p><p>If I Google "long range hunting rifles" I get ones that have contours ranging from #4 to #6 and most are fluted. Seems that if your getting a good barrel, contour makes little difference for hunting.</p></blockquote><p></p>
[QUOTE="jrock, post: 996484, member: 78569"] I know Palma barrels were created for the Palma shooting events but don't know the reason? Is it because they use open sights and need a .308 to get max speed? I've been looking around and can't seem to find an answer for this question. I had my heart set on a light Palma contour (26") for my next barrel on my 7mm RM but now am leaning otherwise due to availability. I've looked at the Krieger contour list and there isn't much difference between a Light Palma, #4 and #5 at 26" long. Seems to me that a barrel that is thinker near the breach end is going to be more stiff than a Palma which tapers quickly but is thicker at the muzzle. If I Google "long range hunting rifles" I get ones that have contours ranging from #4 to #6 and most are fluted. Seems that if your getting a good barrel, contour makes little difference for hunting. [/QUOTE]
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