How do you know when ?


My old 1980 Ruger M-77 in 270 Winchester is getting to that point I think. If I had to guess I would put the round count in the 4000 range, I'm a reloader & have shot just about everything thru this rifle, from 90 gr. Sierra hp's @ 3600 fps. to 160 gr. Partitions @ 2700 fps for elk.


I've shot this bbl to the "way too hot to touch" point more times than I care to admit. I've cleaned regularly after each shooting session & work @ getting the copper out. But the groups are opening up.


Used to get 1-2 MOA with almost anything, & w/ good load going sub MOA for 3 shots. Now I'm getting +2 MOA w/ my good stuff


Also thinking I like a heaver #4 contour in 25-26" over my old 22" lightweight bbl.

Was quoted $600 for the job, that's with a Douglas Premium barrel in blued or stainless, glass bedded & free floated & includes cleaning up my stock Ruger trigger.



any thoughts ?



c/22
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