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1enforcer · May 10, 2009, 11:02 AM

I'm getting into competition shooting. I'm in the process of building my own AR-15 in .223. I will be shooting up to 400 yards. Which size barrel would be the best; 14, 16, 18, 20, 22 or 24 inch? Also, get a heavy or light barrel? Any recommened scopes? Anyone who can help, please do so.

May 10, 2009, 11:02 AM	#1
1enforcer Member Join Date: November 8, 2005 Location: Appleton, WI. Posts: 20	Building an AR-15 for competition, whats the best barrel to go with? I'm getting into competition shooting. I'm in the process of building my own AR-15 in .223. I will be shooting up to 400 yards. Which size barrel would be the best; 14, 16, 18, 20, 22 or 24 inch? Also, get a heavy or light barrel? Any recommened scopes? Anyone who can help, please do so.