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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April 17, 2012, 12:01 AM | #2 |
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It includes the chamber.
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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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April 17, 2012, 08:05 AM | #4 |
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Perfect, thanks guys!
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