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needsmostuff
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January 8, 2012 - 4:03 pm
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Curiosity struck  poking around the EWK site ..These barrels have a 1:12 twist and an 11 degree forceing cone.

How do these this compare to factory and if different what advantages or detriments could be expected.

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Faster twist stabilizes heaver bullets, like 180 grains.

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Factory is slower, 1:16. If you're shooting "dud" loads, the 1:12 won't work so good...normal or higher velocity loads are a good thing!

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Ok cool . It does sound like these bring something new to the table. Besides I have a few that just look a little too worn . Yea, shopping time.drool

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