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Dave3006 · September 14, 2001, 04:07 PM

I have had this question for a while. Based on what I read, the average police sniper would probably would never take a shot longer than 100-200 yards. Wouldn't they be just as well armed with a Remington 700 BDL sporter rifle? My understanding is that the heavy barrels are better for shooting groups. But, how many fire more than 2-5 shots max? For 100 yards, wouldn't the BDL
be just as effective as the PSS?

Any comments?

September 14, 2001, 04:07 PM	#1
Dave3006 Senior Member Join Date: July 26, 2000 Location: Lake Forest, CA USA Posts: 493	Sniper vs. Sporter rifle for tactical use? I have had this question for a while. Based on what I read, the average police sniper would probably would never take a shot longer than 100-200 yards. Wouldn't they be just as well armed with a Remington 700 BDL sporter rifle? My understanding is that the heavy barrels are better for shooting groups. But, how many fire more than 2-5 shots max? For 100 yards, wouldn't the BDL be just as effective as the PSS? Any comments?