24" or 22" barrel

[rmarshall]

Is there going to be enough difference in the field, on the range to even be able to tell the difference. Been looking at a couple 270 Wins, a mint shape early 1970's model Remington 700 ADL, in a nice walnut stock, in great condition and a Winchester Model 70 Ulitimate shadow, the nice ugly sythetic stock. Its an FN made model 70. There is 200 dollar differnce. While I would love a FN made model 70, I would want to replace the stock, and is the 2" of barrel worth the 200 bucks? What your thoughts all.

 

[LD375]

Is there going to be enough difference in the field, on the range to even be able to tell the difference. Been looking at a couple 270 Wins, a mint shape early 1970's model Remington 700 ADL, in a nice walnut stock, in great condition and a Winchester Model 70 Ulitimate shadow, the nice ugly sythetic stock. Its an FN made model 70. There is 200 dollar differnce. While I would love a FN made model 70, I would want to replace the stock, and is the 2" of barrel worth the 200 bucks? What your thoughts all.

No real "Big" difference, not enough to worry about,
Lou

http://www.chuckhawks.com/rifle_barrel.htm

 

[DrMike]

Maybe 70 fps. In the real world, this is not at all significant. For those hunting in heavy bush, 22 inches may be more manageable. The thing about a 24 inch barrel is that it can always be cut down; but a 22 inch barrel can't be stretched. Still, it won't significantly effect performance.

 

[Anonymous]

I 've seen more difference between individual barrels that you'll likely see out of 2" of barrel...

The differences would be minor...

 

[sask boy]

I shot the BDL for years & it had a 22" barrel. I bought the CDL & it has the 24" barrel speed difference on identical load is 55ft.fps. They were both 270win I still have the CDL . I doubt that most people would notice a difference.

Blessings,
Dan

 

[rmarshall]

Thanks guys, I have a bunch of 140 AB's and I would like to milk out all the velocity I can, I have Magpro, R19,R17 and hunter, I would like to get at least 3000 fps, wasn't sure if a 22" barrel would do it, and of course most importantly is accuracy.

 

[Vince]

If you hunt heavy brush or timber the 22" barrel is pretty handy.
Just saying.
I found my 22" 30-06 to be a lot handier on a Texas hog hunt when crawling through the brush when compared to my 24" 25-06.

Vince

 

[truck driver]

I've got both 22" and 24" barreled rifles and can't tell the difference when carried in the field and I can tell you the game I've shot with them can't tell the difference either because they are all dead. We look at all the ballistic info we have today and want more but our predecessors did with less and had no complaints.

 

[Bruce Mc]

The authority on .270 Winchester, Jack O'Connor, considered the 22" barrel as ideal. I think that he was responsible for most makers going to 22" inch barrels in the first place. I have a Rem 700 Classic in .270 Win with a 22" barrel and it handles nicely in a variety of situations and I don't lose much velocity over the 24" barrel. I looked at a 70's vintage 700 ADL .270 at our local gun shop last month. Fortunately, or perhaps unfortunately, someone else scooped it up before I could make a decision. I really like the old ADLs from the 60s and 70s. They're quality weapons with very good wood to metal fit. Much better than the new ones. I'd opt for "That 70's" ADL if it has a good bore and looks clean.

 

[rmarshall]

Thanks Bruce I have been eyeing it for quite some time, I guess I should look at the bore and make a decision. It looks very clean, I have always been partial to the 270 win, great caliber.

 

[SJB358]

Yeah, I wouldn't worry about a 22" barrel on a 270 Winchester at all. I think with a little diligent load work you'll get nearly where you want to be and the older Remington's are great rifles too. Good luck and let us know what you decide.

 

[JD338]

I agree with the others, a 22" barrel will give you plenty of speed out of a 270 Win (or 30-06).
The 22" barrels are also easy to maneuver in the woods or in a box blind.

JD338

 

[BK]

I wouldn't worry about a ballistic difference. I would be more concerned with how the rifle felt in my hands. I like a little longer rifle, and since I'm a big ol' oaf, an extra 2" of barrel don't scare me. I would, just for gits and shiggles, like to try a 23" tube... I assume, once I get one of McMillan EDGE stocks on a barreled action, a little bit lighter/shorter barrel might be in order.

 

[1Shot]

I have worked with both 22" and 24" 270 Win. rifles and like has been said on average you get around 50 fps difference. I mainly worked with 130 gr bullets because in my experience the 140s are built tougher for larger game than the average 120 lb white tail deer that I was shooting in east NC. The 130s expanded quicker and usually drop them in their tracks. I mainly used 130 Sierra and Nosler ballistic tips with 60 grs H4831. I suggest that you start out with your slowest powder. If you can get some H4831 or the SC version get it. It goes like ice cream with apple pie in the 270 Win.

 

[Elkman]

I believe in my little treasure chest of hunting goodies, there are only 3 barrels longer than 22 or 22 1/2". I really think at typical game ranges you give up little with a slightly shorter barrel, and gain a lot in the deep/dark.

 

[6mm Remington]

The first rifle I purchased for myself was a 1978 Remington 700 ADL in 30-06. It was a great shooting rifle and I really like the looks of the old ADL's. They really made a nice rifle back then. It had the 22" barrel and it seemed to perform very well. I never had a chronograph then so I don't know what I was getting with my load, but it's the same load I use in my 30-06 today, IMR4350 - 57.4 grs. - 165 gr. Nosler AccuBond or Partition.

I'd tell you to get the one that feels the best to you and just seems to be the apple of your eye!!

 

[PJGunner]

I have several rifles in .270, 3 of which have 24" barrels and the Ruger #1A has a 22" barrel. A couple of my customs a compromise guns. :lol: The 7x57 and .308 Win. on Mauser actions have 23" barrels. Worked out quite nice really.
Paul B.

 

[filmjunkie4ever]

I seem to prefer the 24" barrel as a rule in '06 length cartridges especially but the velocity difference is not that significant. If you want a lighter weight, mountain type rifle the 22" is really the way to go, I specifically appreciate the lighter weight rifle when there is a lot of hiking to do. But to me a Model 70 especially balances better with the 24" tube. It really just comes down to preference. I prefer a 24" tube on my Rem 700s and Savage 99s as well though it is not "necessary."

The Winchester holds an extra round in its magazine...thats one more reason to lean towards the FN!