My 700 has a 26" barrel and was considering shortening it some. I know it effects velocity but I did a search and read an article where sometimes it doesn't effect it like you think it would.
The testing was with 150 grain factory ammo.
24"-2745 FPS
23"-2732
22"-2686
21'-2774
20'-2732
The author said he had seen velocity rise with a shorter barrel but really couldn't explain it other than maybe harmonics of the barrel.
I just want to make mine a little lighter and easier to maneuver. I know cutting 5-6 inch's off the barrel is minimal as far as weight but it won't hurt. But I do think it will be easier to maneuver and look better also. Probably have it threaded at the same time.
The testing was with 150 grain factory ammo.
24"-2745 FPS
23"-2732
22"-2686
21'-2774
20'-2732
The author said he had seen velocity rise with a shorter barrel but really couldn't explain it other than maybe harmonics of the barrel.
I just want to make mine a little lighter and easier to maneuver. I know cutting 5-6 inch's off the barrel is minimal as far as weight but it won't hurt. But I do think it will be easier to maneuver and look better also. Probably have it threaded at the same time.