cut 243

[b44mag]

hey guys im thinking of sending my ss 24in, encore  243 out to get cut at 16 i was trying to figure out what to tell them to do with the end ive herd 11 degree,target,resesed 45 degree crown would you guys help with pics and discriptions of what im looking at i have no idea i know there are options out there  and where to get it cut thanks for any and all info and pics
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[ralfus]

Crown profiles are more about what is "pretty" to the shooter. If done properly all will work well. If your gunsmith is talented enough to know how to do crowns he should be able to show you different samples. Some profiles are more protective than others. The recessed "stepped' type provides protection if something hits the muzzle but does not improve accuracy. Even most 90 degree crowns still have a slight 45 or 60 bevel to break the edge slightly.

If a smith uses a lathe a lot of set-up time is used to properly index and support the barrel during a relatively quick cut but be assured that the cut is true to the bore. Piloted hand cutters can work very well too, if steps are taken to remove any chatter from a loose pilot in a bore worn from excessive cleaning.
http://riflestocks.tripod.com/targetcrown.html
This video show some of the different profiles:
http://www.break.com/usercontent/2009/3/Muzzle-Crown-ndash-How-Important-is-it-for-Accuracy-689456.html

[b44mag]

thanks that helped alot
          b44mag