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Theohazard · November 13, 2012, 06:14 PM

I'd be surprised if anyone at a distance could tell the difference between various barrel lengths, unless you're taking about something extreme like a 2" barrel versus a 10" barrel. And even then it wouldn't be a huge difference. And I have to admit, I'm curious to know why you're asking this question.

November 13, 2012, 06:14 PM	#8
Theohazard Senior Member Join Date: April 19, 2012 Location: Western PA Posts: 3,829	I'd be surprised if anyone at a distance could tell the difference between various barrel lengths, unless you're taking about something extreme like a 2" barrel versus a 10" barrel. And even then it wouldn't be a huge difference. And I have to admit, I'm curious to know why you're asking this question. __________________ 0331: "Accuracy by volume."