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old v. new
I've been looking for a new Ruger .44 carbine for some time, they are out there but priced way high. The new carbines are twisted 1-20". That is akin to the revolver twist rate used by most mfg's, which have always produced good accuracy. They will also handle the big heavy slugs which take the .44 to its upper limit in punch.
The old Rugers were twisted 1-38", and accuracy has always been a so so thing with them. Mine would not keep 265 gr slugs on a 9" pie plate at 100 yds. It will put 180-200 grainers into about 3"inches. Lots of guys report better with the old rifles, but mine will not do any better.
At the current pricing, I suppose the semi is out, but the lever rifle might be affordabble
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