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    Default Proof Research Barrels

    Anybody have first-hand experience with these?

    I just had MHSA chamber one for me in 6mm Creedmoor, and install in on my AIAE MKII.

    I got it for the weight savings, and I've heard they're accurate, but only from Lowlight over on the Hide. The CF sure looks cool!

    My new 24" barrel weighs 3#, compared to 6.5# on the 26" Krieger I had been running. It's quite noticable, and my whole rig has gone from 19.5# down to 16# - no longer a burden to carry!

    Last edited by Starbuck; 02-11-2016 at 12:50. Reason: Added pic.
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    I'll let you know , Fritz just spun mine up and I should make it to the range this weekend .

    Knocked 4 lbs off the 260 , all up with a bipod , sling and can will be 16 1/2 ish lbs .

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    Don't have one personally. I would though. Have a buddy that has one on a gas gun he shot in precision rifle comps last season, he was very competitive. He never noticed a poi shift during any of the more hectic firing schedule stages. Frank Galli did a quick vid segment last year and had the same results. He's known for not having a paid opinion.

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    First 14 rounds with left over ammo from the last barrel . 4 rds to get close on paper shooting at a spot in the dirt and then 2 5 shot groups at 1/2 MOA at 200 .

    Fritz done good again .


    Ended up at 15.8 lbs all up with sling , can , bipod , and no ammo .
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    Quote Originally Posted by C Ward View Post
    First 14 rounds with left over ammo from the last barrel . 4 rds to get close on paper shooting at a spot in the dirt and then 2 5 shot groups at 1/2 MOA at 200 .

    Fritz done good again .


    Ended up at 15.8 lbs all up with sling , can , bipod , and no ammo .
    Good news! I need to load up some ammo for mine and get out to the CRC for some testing, and then I'll post some results up here.
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    Better hurry Raton is right around the corner!!!!!!!!!
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    Quote Originally Posted by Dinosdeuce View Post
    Better hurry Raton is right around the corner!!!!!!!!!
    Fortunately I have another rifle that's match-ready which I can use until I get my shit together with the Proof rig...
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    Quote Originally Posted by Dinosdeuce View Post
    Better hurry Raton is right around the corner!!!!!!!!!
    You know I just make that shit up as I go along by now

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    My buddy just got a Proof Research AR barrel as a gift from his brother in law (who happens to work there). Very pretty. Now he has to figure out how to build it up!

    BTW: if anyone has any problems with a Proof Research product (doubtful), let me know and I'll get you in touch with the guy who can make it right.
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    I picked one up for a 6.5 build, should make it up to Adam and Fritz this weekend. Not gonna go crazy trying to scape OZ. but want a lighter weight build so using a Surgeon 591, Proof 22" barrel, and a Elite Tactical T4 (no mini chassis on this one). Right now with a complete action and trigger and the barrel blank it weighs 5lb 4oz. Can't wait!

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