Howdy folks,
I am in the process of building a 260 rem. This rig will be used for deer hunting in Southern Indiana (400yd max) and for anytime I can sweet talk a farmer into letting me open her up across a field for paper killing. (1000+ yards)

My lack of experience in long range shooting is slowing me down on barrel length. I can order this setup new with a 26in 28in and/or a 30in. I am unsure of what length to go with. I hand-load and would like to open it up for some distance but in reality if it cant put meat in my freezer, I cannot justify it. thank you all in advance for your advice and input.

also, I may one day end up threading this rig for a suppressor. thanks again
Ethan