110 .243 Options

[contenderv07]

I've just gotten a 110 .243 but want to get a 7mm08 barrel. Is it better just to get another 110 barrel or do the aftermarket makers have good ones?? Is the price difference worth it??

[the Ranger]

how are you planning to use the rifle?

[contenderv07]

This will be used for hunting deer, hogs, coyotes, etc..

[foxx]

I'd get a good used 7mm-08 factory barrel, then. There was one in the classifieds here earlier today. Might be gone. Usually about $65 or so shipped.

[foxx]

Aftermarkets are nice. More for target though. If you only want 1 moa out to 250-300, go factory take-off as I already said. A good compromise between the two is Apache Gun Works, a site sponsor. He has a good reputation for less than premium prices on better than factory aftermarket barrels.

That said, the premium aftermarket barrels are awesome performers. You'd could have reasonable expectation of less than 1/2 MOA with good hand load development. If you're shooting factory ammo, don't bother.

[barrel-nut]

Be aware that many 7-08 factory takeoff barrels have a 1-11 twist that may or may not stabilize 140 grain bullets. That represents probably 75% or more of the factory ammo out there. My 7-08 would do no better than 5-6" at 100 yds with the 140's, and I tried a great many of them.
I'd highly recommend an aftermarket barrel. Apache, Northland, and McGowen outlet would all be good choices.

[contenderv07]

thanks everyone for the info. I think I need to get my post count up to see any of the classifieds but I've got a good place to start with the Apache site..

[contenderv07]

sorry double post

[mike21]

Could be wrong, but it's my understanding that the only way to view the classified section is to become a Paid Member. Here's how:

http://www.savageshooters.com/showthread.php?16198-Paid-Memberships

I saved $50. on my first purchase, so it is generally well worth the small fee.

[contenderv07]

oh good call.... looks like I need to read the directions a little better