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Redneck2 · March 21, 2001, 07:07 AM

Going to load 22-250 for high volume shooting (prarie dogs). Expect to go thru 1000-1500 rounds in a week. I usually keep my guns for years and it's difficult to think in terms of using 1/3 of the barrel's useful life in one week. I see that Winchester ball powder supposedly has lower flame temp and longer barrel life. Will this really help???
I know you shouldn't overheat the barrel, and I've had a cryo treatment to get max life. Any other thoughts appreciated.

March 21, 2001, 07:07 AM	#1
Redneck2 Senior Member Join Date: April 24, 2000 Location: Northern Indiana Posts: 519	Going to load 22-250 for high volume shooting (prarie dogs). Expect to go thru 1000-1500 rounds in a week. I usually keep my guns for years and it's difficult to think in terms of using 1/3 of the barrel's useful life in one week. I see that Winchester ball powder supposedly has lower flame temp and longer barrel life. Will this really help??? I know you shouldn't overheat the barrel, and I've had a cryo treatment to get max life. Any other thoughts appreciated.