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Bartholomew Roberts · January 10, 2013, 09:25 AM

Yes, that surprised me as well though it makes perfect sense when you think about it. It basically means that every case of Russian 5.56 with bimetal jackets is about $50 more expensive than you think due to increased barrel wear.

January 10, 2013, 09:25 AM	#4
Bartholomew Roberts member Join Date: June 12, 2000 Location: Texas and Oklahoma area Posts: 8,462	Yes, that surprised me as well though it makes perfect sense when you think about it. It basically means that every case of Russian 5.56 with bimetal jackets is about $50 more expensive than you think due to increased barrel wear.