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Offline pitman_mm

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Older 223
« on: April 14, 2009, 04:33:46 PM »
 Looking at a 223 that was made in the mid 90's and want to know if they are as good as the later one's. I know I wouldn't be able to send it in for a new barrel but ain't realy interested in that anyway's. How do they shoot and how is the triggers? Thanks for you input.
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Re: Older 223
« Reply #1 on: April 14, 2009, 05:08:28 PM »
Tim or CW will know I'm sure!
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Re: Older 223
« Reply #2 on: April 14, 2009, 05:49:04 PM »
Sure it's good, it will have a 1:12" twist, any SB2 frame made 1987 or later can have accessory barrels fitted, just not the * marked barrels on any frame made before 1999.  ;)

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Re: Older 223
« Reply #3 on: April 14, 2009, 05:52:01 PM »
 Thanks Tim, you the man.
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Re: Older 223
« Reply #4 on: April 14, 2009, 05:58:09 PM »
 What weight bullets shoot best in 1:12 barrels. Never had a 223 before and dont know much about them. Thanks Tim for bringing the twist rate to my attention.
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Re: Older 223
« Reply #5 on: April 14, 2009, 06:02:43 PM »
Typically 55gr or lighter, but there are some exceptions, bullets that are short for their weight like the 60gr partition, 63gr Sierra Varminter #1370 and the 64gr Win PP, all have been reported to shoot well in the 1:12" barrels. All 223 rifles used to come with a notice on bullet weight and shooting 5.56 Nato ammo.

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Re: Older 223
« Reply #6 on: April 14, 2009, 06:05:44 PM »
 Thanks again. Wanting a varmint and coyote gun so I dont think the lighter weights should pose a problem.
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Re: Older 223
« Reply #7 on: April 15, 2009, 12:21:09 AM »
Morning!!

Thanks for the confidence call out shooter!!  ;D ;)

Currently, I don't have a 1:9 barrel, both of mine are 1:12 and shoot both GREAT!!!  I like the 50-55 gr bullets. I have had some good results with the 62 Gr semi pointed, but by and large the 52/53Gr match bullets combined with a match primer and H322 powder, do what I need with this caliber. This weight will do you proper for the yodel dogs for sure, at least none I have shot have yet to complain or remain upright long enough to do so. ;D

Good luck with yours!!

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Re: Older 223
« Reply #8 on: April 15, 2009, 07:39:56 AM »
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I like that CW!   ;D
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Re: Older 223
« Reply #9 on: April 15, 2009, 08:18:28 AM »
 Thanks CW.
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