1/9 or 1/7 twist
I did a little google searching and it sounds like 1/9 is more versitle. What do you all suggest? |
It all depends on what weight of bullets you want to use. 1/9 is pretty much guaranteed to work with bullets in the 63-65 grain range (with weights below being a better match), 69s might work, and 77s likely won't.
A 1/7 twist barrel will work acceptably well with all current .224 bullets, so it's the most versatile option. If you don't plan to sling the heavies, then a 1/9 will work, but If I were choosing a new barrel, it would definitely be 1/7. Grizz |
I couldn't have said it better Grizz...
Bill |
What these guys have said. Adding to that I had a 1/9 that would stabilize 77gr bullets out to 100 yards I know. Using a 1/9 its hit or miss on those. I like 1/7 because i won't shoot anything lighter than 55 gr.
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Where does that leave me with a 1/8? what should I be looking for?
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1/8 is kinda a compromise. You still should be able to sling 77 gr out of that but def not 80.
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Most of the bulk ammo sold local is 55 or 62 grain and being my first AR I would likely shoot factory ammo. Also I'm feeling like I want a low cost 100-300 yard gun, and save the 500-1000 yard gun for later after I have more experience with an AR. So it sounds like 1/9 would be best for me to start with?
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Sounds like a plan however you could prob find both at a reasonable price.
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Ok, Im a little confused (Quiet Clyde)! I take it the 1/9 twist doesn't work well with the lighter rounds? Or will it work well with both?:eek:
Im probably going to get hammered for this!:mob: |
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