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Old April 16, 2012, 11:53 PM   #1
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Barrel Length

Super quick question. Does the 16" minimum barrel length for rifles include the chamber or is it only the rifled portion the bullet travels?
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Old April 17, 2012, 12:01 AM   #2
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It includes the chamber.
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Old April 17, 2012, 03:15 AM   #3
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The barrel is measured from the bolt face to the end of the barrel or permanently attached flash suppressor.
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Old April 17, 2012, 08:05 AM   #4
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Perfect, thanks guys!
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