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barrel length
A sawed-off shotgun also called a sawn-off shotgun and a short-barreled shotgun, is a type of shotgun with a shorter gun barrel—typically under 18 inches—and often a shortened or absent stock. Despite the colloquial term, barrels do not, strictly speaking, have to be shortened with a saw. Barrels can be manufactured at shorter lengths as an alternative to traditional, longer barrels. This makes them easier to transport due to their smaller profile and lighter weight. The design also makes the weapon easy to maneuver in cramped spaces, a feature sought by military close quarters combat units, law enforcement SWAT team users, and home defense purposes. As a result of the shorter barrel length, any sawed-off shotgun with a magazine tube will have its capacity reduced.
In the 1930s, the United States, Britain and Canada mandated that a permit be required to own these firearms. They are subject to legal restrictions depending upon jurisdiction. They are used by military forces and police agencies worldwide.
I have a lill Savage 93SS Bull barrel currently at 21” barrel. I’m very satisfied with the accuracy. 100yrds with VMAX 30 & 45grn Critical Defense and surprise to me cheap Federal 40 grn does much better at 200yrs
It’s a range toy and kind tinfoil hat survival rifle with fun “gear” in the...
Thought about this the other day and couldn't find a direct answer when searching.
Question-
what is the legality of shortening the mossberg 590 shockwave barrel?
also-
doing modifications such as adding a longer barrel, adding a pistol grip, and or a stock?
The shockwave is classified as a...
So I am SBR stamping a lower w/10.5" upper, can I use a 16" upper on it and swap back the the 10.5" without an issue?
Sounds like a dumb question but the rules the ATF runs on are not consistent.
What are the minuses of having a SBR stamp?
Many of us have seen this compared before, usually starting with a 30"-34" barrel. MDT came out with a fun, semi-scientific test a few days ago where they started with a 72" .308 barrel. I won't give any spoilers, but thought it was interesting enough to share the video.
I am thinking about ordering a $70 stainless steel 16" 7.62x39 barrel for an AR15 bench set up. Normally I would go longer for a bench rifle upper but the selection for inexpensive 7.62x39 barrels longer than 16-18 inches is very limited.
This guy tested some factory steel cased rounds out of a...
Description: (05034) Ruger Redhawk chambered in 41 Mag, Dates 2017....
Double/ single action revolver...
Stainless with a 2.75" barrel...
Original red ramp front sight included, Hi-Viz mounted...
Original white outline micro adjustable rear sight mounted...
Original hardwood grip removed...
Description:
Here is a Special Edition variant of the Ruger Redhawk. First run was in July of 2014,this dates 2014...
Manufacturer is Sturm, Ruger & Co., Newport NH plant. Exclusive distributor is Talo Distributors of Framingham, MA. Factory sku is 5028, letter code KRH442. Talo variant Name is...
Ok guys and gals, I'm going to order a Barrett 99 and they have basically 2 options... A 29" fluted barrel and a 32" heavy profile barrel. There is a 3lb difference in the 2 models, so is this something I'll notice in the recoil of the rifle very much? I expect it to be a stout punch in the...
Do rifle’s perform better when barrels are longer? In other words, is there a correlation between barrel length and bullet performance?
We’ve all heard it before: “Velocity will decrease _____ (fill in the blank) feet per second for every inch shorter the barrel.” Matched by the inverse, that...
I recently watched a youtube video where the creator started with a 25 inch long 350 Legend Barrel and recorded velocities of factory Winchester Ammo. He then cut off an inch at a time and continued to record velocities down to 7 inch barrel length. Is there a one stop source that has this type...
So, a few years back I got into the .44 Magnum and am glad I did as it is likely my favorite cartridge at the present. We have a couple carbines and a revolver in said. (Sold off an automatic pistol in said last year.)
I've been kicking around a stainless, single-action wheelgun in said...
I want to pick up a .280AI barrel for my T/C Encore and can't decide on the which length to get. I want the barrel to be long enough to reap the benefits of the cartridge without hitting the point of diminishing return. Factor barrel come in 24", 26" and 28" lengths, but I'll most likely go with...
Like the title says, I'm building an AR Pistol and I'm hoping to get some advice from people who have experience with different calibers and barrel lengths.
Here is what I'm looking at (bullet points for easier reading):
- Barrel length between 7.5"-11.5"
- 300blk, .223/5.56, or 9mm.
-...
For many years I considered a handgun to be my primary defense firearm, with rifles falling into a more hobby oriented category. After attending the Clallam County Citizen Firearms Safety Course with the Sheriff Dept last year, my frame of mind did a 180...
Everybody ran through several...
I'm looking to build my first AR pistol in 300blk and am seeing that the ideal barrel length is 9" - that little is gained by stretching longer while less would let the bullet leave before all of the powder is combusted.
My question is, what happens if one were to use, say, a 5" barrel and a...
I’ve been shopping around for a new over/under for clay sports. Most everyone I’ve talked to has either implied or flat out informed me that I “want” a 30 or 32 inch barrel. I see very little benefit to a longer barrel other than weight. I’m a big guy (6’5”) and it feels like most people have...